Laid-Back Camp△ is a popular anime showcasing the laid-back daily lives and relaxed outdoor activities of high school girls. It features detailed depictions of camping, but also easy-to-understand explanations even for beginners, sparking an interest in camping for many viewers. It's also based on real-life places and facilities, making it an anime that makes you want to visit those locations. Today, we'll be introducing some campsites that will make you want to visit.
Enjoy the beautiful ocean! "Shirasaki Marine Park"
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Shirasaki Marine Park, located in Wakayama Prefecture, is located on a cape-like area, offering views of the blue ocean. The contrast between the white limestone and the blue ocean is so beautiful that it's been dubbed "Japan's Aegean Sea." It's also a famous diving spot, where you can enjoy marine sports like diving, SUP, and sea kayaking. It's a new way to enjoy summer camping.
Enjoy stargazing camping at Wakasugi Kogen Oya Campground!
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This campground, located in Yabu City, Hyogo Prefecture, is renowned for offering the most beautiful starry sky in Japan. Enjoy barbecues, sledding, and fishing in the river during the day, and spend the night under a starry sky. It might be a good idea to visit in the clear winter air. This campground is a great place for families to enjoy the "Starry Sky Hike"—a nighttime lift ride to gaze at the stars.
For solo adventures? "Kouan Campground"
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Kouan Campground was the model for the campground where Rin and Nadeshiko first met in the first episode of Yuru Camp△. This campsite is located on the shores of Lake Motosu, one of the Fuji Five Lakes, and offers a beautiful view of Mt. Fuji reflected in its waters. While the season in Laid-Back Camp△ is winter, you can also enjoy water activities such as windsurfing on the lake in summer. There are two campsites, one on the lakeside and one in the woods, so everyone can enjoy it in their own way, and it's recommended for solo campers. Of course, you can also go with friends.
Even beginners can feel at ease! "Eco Camp Michinoku"
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This campground is located on the shores of Lake Kamafusa in Miyagi Prefecture. Located within the nationally managed "National Michinoku Lakeside Park," the campground offers extensive facilities and is kept clean and tidy. Cottages are equipped with beds, gas stoves, refrigerators, microwaves, TVs, and even hot springs. This campground is perfect for beginners, as it offers plenty of car-accessible sites, allowing you to bring less luggage.
For a night view... "HOTTARAKASHI CAMPING FIELD"
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This is also the model for the campground that appeared in Yuru Camp△. In Laid-Back Camp△, the name is "Hotkeya," but originally it was "Hottarakashi." At Hottarakashi Onsen, you can bathe while looking out at the Yamanashi Basin. There is also a campsite, and the night view of the city with Mt. Fuji in the background is a beauty not found in other towns. Delicious food awaits at the shop at Hottarakashi Onsen. This is a campsite that will warm both body and soul.
Camping surrounded by the Japanese Alps! "Inaka no Kaze Campground"
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After Mt. Fuji, how about the Japanese Alps in Nagano? Inaka no Kaze Campground is a unique site that takes advantage of the terraced rice fields, offering spectacular views from above. Of course, there's plenty of space for large tents, so it's perfect for family camping. Camping surrounded by the Alps offers a different view than camping around Mt. Fuji. Its convenient access from the highway interchange is also not to be overlooked.
If you want to experience Kyushu's nature and history... Yamadori no Mori Auto Campground
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This campground is located in the Kuju Mountains, north of Mount Aso in Kumamoto Prefecture, and is surrounded by forest. It's a multi-purpose campground offering tent sites, bungalows, hot springs, a pool, agricultural experiences, and more. You can enjoy camping all year round, splashing around in the river and harvesting summer vegetables in the summer, and soaking in natural hot springs in the winter. Kurokawa Onsen is also located near the campsite, making it a must-see for hot spring lovers, as you can tour the hot spring facilities while enjoying the historic townscape. You can also enjoy the great outdoors, such as the hidden Nanataki waterfalls.
Enjoy camping while following the rules!
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So far, we've introduced several campsites. Many people who have watched Yurukyan△ have been inspired to try camping, or perhaps even emulate Nadeshiko and her friends. However, there are some things to be aware of. Nadeshiko and her friends are camping in the winter. Without proper equipment and preparation, camping can lead to life-threatening accidents, just like the ones experienced by Chiaki and her friends in Volume 6 of the manga. Also, please be mindful of other campers and take your trash home with you. Why not start with a traditional summer camp?
