Shogakukan will release the February 2026 issue of BE-PAL on January 8. The price is 1,480 yen.
The special supplement is a multi-body bag collaborated with “Sierra Designs,” the original mountain parka brand. Measuring approximately 28 x 10 x 14 cm (W x D x H), it has a large capacity to hold two 500 mL PET bottles, and the inside pocket is large enough to hold a new book, paperback, or long wallet, so it is perfect for camping or walking.
There are also two mesh pockets on the outside for storing a smartphone or small items that you want to quickly retrieve. The accent red tape can be used to attach a carabiner to carry a pouch or earphone case, and the shoulder belt is adjustable in length.
A major feature is “Reasonable prices on everything from camping tools to DIY! The feature article is titled, “The Complete Guide to Home Centers,” featuring everything from camping gear to DIY at reasonable prices. The feature covers home centers, which are strong allies of camping and DIY enthusiasts, and introduces the behind-the-scenes development of camping gear, discount private brand products, how to make use of the Homsen Workshop, and local home centers that you should visit at least once.
The cover is by DIY enthusiast Tonisen, Inohara Yoshihiko, and the opening project is “Inochi Style Easy DIY.
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