Australian performance watersports brand Vaikobi has partnered with Starboard Japan, to establish Vaikobi Japan as its exclusive distributor in Japan.
Starboard Japan, founded by Nakagama Yoichi, will supply Vaikobi’s full range of performance technical apparel, designed for paddling, foiling, sailing and other ocean sports.
“We are truly excited to have the opportunity to introduce Vaikobi’s products, which are designed with a genuine focus on safety and freedom of movement, to people across Japan,” said Kota Tayashiki of Vaikobi Japan.
“Through this partnership, we aim to create opportunities for more people to experience authentic, high-performance gear across all marine sports, and to help grow a deeper understanding of what real performance products should be.”
Enjoyment on the water
Vaikobi was founded in Sydney, Australia, and develops gear that increases comfort, performance and enjoyment on the water.
“Japan has a special place in my heart from my time spent living there in my late teens and early twenties as a professional sailor,” said Pat Langley, founder and CEO of Vaikobi.
“The watersports market in Japan is electric and Japanese sailors, paddlers and foilers are amongst the most enthusiastic people you will ever meet.”
Pat added: “To be able to provide an increased offering and accessibility of Vaikobi gear for the Japanese market is extremely exciting, and this partnership with the best technical water sport company in Japan with Starboard Japan, positions us strongly for our future growth there.”
