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The French-born Kangoo assists people's hobbies and lifestyles. vol.06/ Yurimichi Kondo STYLIST
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The French-born Kangoo assists people with their hobbies and lifestyle.
vol.06/ Yurimichi Kondo STYLIST

The appeal of the Renault Kangoo, a French-born car, lies in its high load capacity. It is useful in a variety of everyday situations, but it also demonstrates high performance in the camping scene. This time, the vehicle was occupied by Yurimichi Kondo, a stylist who is well versed in outdoor activities, and his friends. They went camping at Lake Nishiko, one of the Fuji Five Lakes.

  • Photo_Shota Kikuchi
  • Text_Yuichiro Tsuji
  • Edit_Yosuke Ishii

Being in nature refreshes one's mind.

By the time we had safely finished the installation, the rain had completely stopped and the setting sun was floating in the sky. With everyone admiring the beautiful scenery, it was time to start preparing dinner. Kondo-san said that he usually cooks for the campers as well.

I've always loved cooking, so it's not hard for me to cook. And since I brought my own gear, I also want to use it myself (laughs). (laughs) But most of all, I am happy to make people happy.

While Kondo-san cooks, the other members wait for the food to be ready while playing a game. It's hard to prepare the utensils and cook by myself, but I never get tired of it," Kondo says.

I think it may be because of my collecting habit. Just like with clothes, I want new gear more and more, and when I buy something new, I want to go out and try it out (laughs). In my case, I didn't get into the outdoors because I wanted to camp, but because I became interested in clothes and gear, which became my entry point. That's why I place importance on the practicality of the gear I buy.

I also find that getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city and putting myself in nature refreshes my mind. When I work in Tokyo, I get calls from work every day, and on the other hand, I am used to that. So when I camp like this, I can completely turn off. From the preparation the day before to the time I return to Tokyo and finish sorting out the tools I used, it's like a break for me.

Today's menu of interest is curry hot pot. The nice aroma of spices wafting along the lakeside stimulates the appetite. It is a perfect dish to eat outside during the chilly season.

I simply enjoy putting up a tarp or tent in the middle of nature, setting up a table and chairs, and being with everyone. I think you can sit around a table with friends at home, but then you turn on the TV and go somewhere else. But you can't do that when camping. That's why we can talk about things we normally can't, and I feel like it brings us closer together. I think that is the charm of camping.

Kangoo is another piece of gear that enriches our lives.

While we were eating our food, it was completely dark. After a rainy start, the weather turned pleasant, but the next thing I knew, a slightly cool night air was in the air. However, the light from the stove warmly enveloped the four of us, and a relaxing time was passing by.

It's also a great way to experience the changes in nature that only the outdoors can offer," he said. Especially when you come to a place with a clear view like this, it is really relaxing.

It is only with the car that everyone can enjoy camping together in this way. The car is what makes life possible today," says Mr. Kondo.

When I come to a place like this, of course, but even at work, I can't do without my car. When I get up early in the morning and drive to the shooting location or to lease costumes, I naturally get turned on. That's what the car does for me.

Mr. Kondo said he wanted to propose a lifestyle along with fashion. Three years have passed since he became independent, and he says he is now able to embody what he initially set out to achieve.

The items I introduce in the media are, of course, things that I think are really good. I would be very happy if someone sees it and decides they want it, and I would be even happier if it makes their life more affluent. In that sense, the Kangoo is another item that I highly recommend.

For men, a car is a dream come true. If it's the first car you ever own, you feel even more excited about it. I'm glad I chose the Kangoo. It was a great car to drive, and it was easy to drive even on narrow roads in Tokyo. Not only is it comfortable to drive, but it also looks stylish and pop, and the design is easy to get used to. Because it is a highly practical car, I can confidently recommend it as a gear that enriches people's lives.

INFORMATION

Renault Japon

Renault KANGOO ZEN EDC
(Renault Kangoo)

¥2,647,000~ (Manufacturer's suggested retail prices nationwide)
www.renault.jp/car_lineup/kangoo

Major equipment

Right-hand drive
4,280mm x 1,830mm x 1,810mm
Direct injection with turbocharger In-line 4-cylinder DOHC 16 valves
Total displacement: 1.197L
Maximum output (EEC): 84kW(115ps*1)/4,500rpm
Maximum torque (EEC): 190N-m(19.4kgm*1)/1,750rpm
Transmission: 6-speed EDC (Efficient Dual Clutch)
Fuel: Unleaded premium gasoline

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