日本にアウトドアの概念を持ち込んだバックパッカーであり、フライフィッシャー。
いくつもの原野と、いくつもの美しき川を歩んできたその文章に、やさしき眼差しで風景を謳うその文章に、
僕らはどれだけ心を動かされただろう。58歳でこの世を去った芦澤一洋を知る手がかりを君に。

Ashizawa is a backpacker and fly-fisher who introduced the idea of outdoor living to Japan.
His words were generated from various woodlands and rivers he walked. His words gently cherish
the beauty of natural landscapes. What he told us has really touched our heartstrings.
This story gives you a bit of clue to know about the author who passed away at 58.

Text : Ado Ishino（E）
Special Thanks : Sachiko Ashizawa, Kana Ashizawa, Maki Ashizawa, Morio Sato, Hitoshi Yanagisawa(Outing Products Elk)