The latest bible of "camping food" - Kosuzume Jinji's "Outdoor Cooking Encyclopedia"
🔰 Introduction: There's a good reason for this book
Talking about outdoor cooking,
This book cannot be left out of this discussion.
The latest bible on camping food for everyone.
As I mentioned in my previous article, "The Complete Guide to Outdoor Cooking" is a book that condenses everything about fire, tools, and travel.
This book is not just a collection of recipes,
Someone who has been exposed to fire and tools. Someone who has traveled the world.
The experience is sublimated into words and cuisine.
🧑🍳The existence of Kojaku Jinji──A “signpost” of the outdoors
As I mentioned in my previous article,
Kosuzume, who also works as a special advisor for FELDON SHELTER JAPAN,
He is a veteran who has supported many brands as a voice in the outdoor industry .
Gear conception and production, tour planning, field practice, etc.
A presence that has long been involved in the background of Japan's outdoor culture
This proves his profound confidence.
🔥Campfires, charcoal fires, burners - a cookbook composed of "fire sources and scenes"
This book is structured to introduce a set of information on **"what kind of fire to use," "what environment to use it in," and "what tools to use."**
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Bonfire cooking
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Charcoal cooking
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Burner cooking
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Cooking without fire
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Light meals during activities
This configuration allows:
It is easy to make decisions on-site, such as "How should we make it with the current fire and environment?"
It is a practical design that allows you to learn how to interact with fire .
🛠There is a reason for choosing the right tools
This book not only contains cooking instructions,
It provides detailed explanations of how to choose and use tools, as well as the reasons for using them.
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Points to consider when selecting a fire pit
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The influence of the height and stability of the trivet
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Burner power adjustment and application
The knowledge gained through actual use is put into words,
Even for those of us who have a gear perspective, this is something that feels like "knowledge that has been tested in the field."
📘The book itself is also "field-style"
This book is carefully crafted in B5 size, 256 pages, and in full color .
In addition to large, easy-to-read photos and an easy-to-read structure,
This durable cover is designed for camping and outdoor activities and can be used as part of your gear.
Truly a "cookbook made to take out"
It looks natural alongside tents and campfire gear.
🌲Wisdom that can only be acquired in nature
All the information in this book is
It has been practiced, tested and honed in the natural environment .
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Cooking characteristics caused by changes in heat
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Wind and temperature affect burner stability
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Efficiency with minimal tools
Everything is embodied knowledge that has gone through failure and success.
It's not just armchair theory, it's packed with wisdom that works in the field .
🏞️Relive the memories of Boso bonfires and cooking
We previously introduced the time we spent setting up a roof tent on the beach in Boso and sitting around a bonfire .
What I felt then was that **"Just having a fire naturally enriches meals and conversations."**
The "Outdoor Cooking Encyclopedia" is filled with the exact "state of fire" and "relationship with tools" of that time.
For those who remember that experience, this book will give you some tips on how to enjoy camping even more .
🔗 Check out the article here: An Afternoon in Boso with Jinji Kosuzume (FELDON Official Blog)
I'm looking forward to the next camp
It doesn't end with just reading,
This is a book that makes you think, "What should I make next?"
You can either copy the recipe or adapt it based on the tool descriptions.
Picking it up will make you look forward to the next dish you'll make in the field.
🔚 Conclusion
Talking about outdoor cooking,
This book cannot be left out of this discussion.
The latest bible on camping food for everyone.
A book that will make your time around the fire deeper and more free.
Head out to the campfield with this book.
📗 Book Information
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Book title: "Outdoor Cooking Encyclopedia"
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Author: Kojaku Jinji
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Publisher: Heibonsha
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Specifications: B5 size / 256 pages / full color
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Price: 2,970 yen (tax included)
👉Purchase here → (Amazon/Store link)
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Can beginners read this book?
A. Yes. It is carefully written from the basics of fire and tools, and even those with little outdoor experience can enjoy it. The field-oriented guide, such as "What kind of fire should I use?", is particularly useful.
Q. Can I recreate this even if I don't have the specific gear?
A. Yes, you can. This book introduces methods for multiple fire sources and environments, and is structured in a way that makes it easy to adapt to the tools you have on hand.
Q: Who would you recommend this to?
A. I recommend it to anyone who values "time with a fire." It's especially suitable for those who want to enjoy camping deeply and develop their own cooking style.
👤Author introduction: Kosuzume Junji
Outdoor chef/field coordinator.
Since 1993, she has been involved in outdoor cooking, bonfires, and tool usage, and in addition to writing serials for magazines such as "BE-PAL" and "Field Life," she also participates in outdoor events around the country and works as a cooking instructor.
While running the cafe Suzumeya in Misaki Port, Kanagawa Prefecture, he also produces gear, including joint development with tent-Mark Designs, and is one of the people who has been involved in Japan's outdoor culture on the ground.
He is currently also working as a special advisor for FELDON SHELTER JAPAN.
We continue to work to reexamine the places where "fire, tools, and natural time" are connected.
Related articles
1. [FELDON SHELTER blog post]
https://www.feldonshelter.co.jp/blogs/news/feldon-shelter-japan-adviser
Jinji Kojaku appointed as advisor to FELDON SHELTER JAPAN
2. [BE-PAL article]
https://www.bepal.net/archives/352104
Outdoor cooking starts with fire - Kosuzume Jinji talks about the truth about campfires and tools
3. [Instagram (@junjikosuzume)]
https://www.instagram.com/junjikosuzume/
Kosuzume Jinji's "Campfire Meals" - Playing with fire like living in the wild
4. [Facebook (Kozaku Jinji Official)]
https://www.facebook.com/kosuzumejunji/
The daily life of chef Kojaku Jinji - outdoor life with a bonfire