[Yamanashi, Hokuto City] 3 Winter Camping Spots with Spectacular Views Just 2 Hours from Tokyo
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Hokuto City in Yamanashi Prefecture , just a two-hour drive from Tokyo , boasts a high rate of sunny days and clear air. Winter is the season when the starry sky, the spectacular mountains, and the warmth of a campfire are at their most striking, making it the perfect place for winter camping. This time, we'll introduce three campsites with views of the Mount Yatsugatake and Mount Fuji.
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It is located in the northwest of Yamanashi Prefecture, on the border with Nagano Prefecture. It is a vast area surrounded by 3,000m-class mountains such as the Yatsugatake Mountains, the Southern Alps, and Mt. Kinpu, and overlooking Mt. Fuji to the south. It is about a two-hour drive from Tokyo, about an hour from Mt. Fuji, and about an hour from Matsumoto, and is easily accessible, so many tourists visit throughout the year. It is also known as a "village of famous water," and three places have been selected as one of Japan's 100 famous water sources. This bounty of water is loved as natural water, and the area boasts one of the largest production volumes of mineral water in Japan. Sake is also produced from the pure water, and you can enjoy beautiful natural scenery and rich food.
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Table of Contents
- 1. The appeal of winter camping in Hokuto City
- 2.📍FOLKWOOD VILLAGE Mount Yatsugatake
- 3. Hakushu-Ojiro FLORA Campsite
- 4. 📍PICA Mount Yatsugatake Akeno
- 5. Summary
1. The appeal of winter camping in Hokuto City
Hokuto City in Yamanashi Prefecture boasts one of the highest sunny weather rates in Japan, with clear blue skies even in winter .
The dry air and chill at an altitude of around 1,000m enhance the warmth of the bonfire and the aroma of the food.
- With little light pollution, the winter sky looks like it's falling stars
- A winter scene with the Mount Yatsugatake, the Minami Alps, and Mount Fuji framed in white
- Because it is a town of natural water, the water used for camping meals and coffee is exceptionally delicious.
Winter camping in Hokuto City offers all four of the following: silence, spectacular views, stars, and delicious water.
This is one of the few locations in Japan .
2.📍FOLKWOOD VILLAGE Mount Yatsugatake
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Check-in: 11:00 (December to March)
Usually 13:00
Check-out: 11:00
Winter business hours: Open all year round
2-1. The charm of winter
Enjoy the clear air, starry sky, and the quiet sounds of nature during the off-season, allowing you to relax and enjoy your private time in luxury .
Also, you can enjoy camping meals such as bonfires and hot pots especially delicious in the cold season.
The authentic wood stove sauna will warm your body from the inside out, allowing you to experience the ultimate relaxation .
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2-2. Recommended for these people
The facility is clean and fully equipped with showers, toilets with washlets, and a hot water kitchen.
Beginners, families with children, and women can enjoy a safe and comfortable stay.
2-3. Snow conditions and road surface precautions
Studless tires are recommended as roads may freeze in the mornings and evenings.
2-4. Temperature and cold
① Average temperature: 5℃
② Sensible temperature: 0℃
2-5. Necessary cold weather gear (essential for winter camping beginners)
Down jackets, gloves, scarves, earmuffs, hats, hand warmers, etc.
(Highly windproof items are even better)
Access
Approximately 5 minutes by car from Kobuchizawa IC on the Chuo
Parking available
3. Hakushu-Ojiro FLORA Campsite
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Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00
Winter business hours: Open all year round
3-1. The charm of winter
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Come empty-handed this winter! Warm glamping camping at Hakushu/Ojiro FLORA Campsite
All you need is some food, and you can enjoy winter camping, which can be quite a challenge, in a surprisingly comfortable environment.
- Inside the tent is a warm and everlasting summer space
Even if it's -10°C outside, the temperature inside the tent is kept at 20-23°C thanks to the oil heater and kotatsu.
- A spectacular winter night view
The clear air allows you to see the starry sky and the fantastical Mori laser illuminations.
- Deeply heal the body and mind
Some sites are equipped with private saunas. The next morning, you can refresh yourself from the inside with energy work.
- Beginners are also welcome
Free support for bonfire and fire-making experiences. Clean facilities for a comfortable stay.
3-2. Recommended for these people
They will also give you a lesson on everything from starting a fire to cooking in a rice cooker, as well as how to use a smoker and Dutch oven.
Anyone can try camping for the first time with peace of mind .
3-3. Snow conditions and road surface precautions
Studless tires are required in winter as roads may freeze.
3-4. Temperature and cold
① Maximum temperature: 5℃
Minimum temperature: -4℃
②Sensible temperature: Depends on the person
3-5. Necessary cold weather gear (essential for winter camping beginners)
Down jackets, thermal innerwear, neck warmers, knit caps, gloves, etc.
Access
Approximately 19 minutes by car from Kobuchizawa IC on the Chuo
Parking available
4. 📍PICA Mount Yatsugatake Akeno
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Check-in: 1:00 PM
Check-out: Cottage, cabin, trailer house 10:00
Tent 12:00
Winter business: Cottages, cabins, trailer houses Year-round business tents Some facilities are closed during the winter
*Please check the website or Instagram as closing days may change!
4-1. The charm of winter
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In winter, PICA Akeno is enveloped in the quiet nature that can only be experienced in the off-season, with the stars shining even more beautifully in the clear air .
Spending time around a campfire and eating piping hot pot and other winter camping meals are special pleasures that can only be enjoyed during this season.
Staying surrounded by gear that you only use in winter, such as a wood stove, hot water bottle, and winter sleeping bag, will turn even the cold into a comfortable experience .
4-2. Recommended for these people
People who want to try winter outdoor activities (all accommodation buildings are equipped with air conditioning and gas heaters)
For those who want to enjoy winter camping (free forest site without electricity, open all year round)
4-3. Snow conditions and road surface precautions
Although there isn't much snowfall, it can snow heavily when it does, so studless tires and chains are essential in winter.
4-4. Temperature and cold
① Maximum temperature: 3℃ to 8℃
Minimum temperature: -5℃ to -10℃
4-5. Necessary cold weather gear (essential for winter camping beginners)
Down jackets, fleece, snow boots, knitted hats, etc.
Access
Approximately 15 minutes by car from Sudama IC on the Chuo
Parking available
5. Summary
In winter in Hokuto City, the air is crisp and clear, the mountains are covered in snow, and the world feels a little quieter than usual .
This region has many sunny days , with blue skies even in winter, and at night the stars shine as if they have come down close to you.
Although the atmosphere of winter camping varies from place to place, they all share the same comfort that can only be experienced during this season .
You can relax and watch the fire in the Mori , take deep breaths in the clear air, or sip coffee while basking in the warm sunshine.
Each campsite offers a special experience, brimming with the silence and scenery that only winter can offer .
The warmth of the bonfire, the crisp air, and the starry sky.
A place where you can take a breather from the hustle and bustle and spend some time feeling refreshed and refreshed .
Why not enjoy a relaxing winter time in Hokuto City , Yamanashi Prefecture ?
It is located in the northwest of Yamanashi Prefecture, on the border with Nagano Prefecture. It is a vast area surrounded by 3,000m-class mountains such as the Yatsugatake Mountains, the Southern Alps, and Mt. Kinpu, and overlooking Mt. Fuji to the south. It is about a two-hour drive from Tokyo, about an hour from Mt. Fuji, and about an hour from Matsumoto, and is easily accessible, so many tourists visit throughout the year. It is also known as a "village of famous water," and three places have been selected as one of Japan's 100 famous water sources. This bounty of water is loved as natural water, and the area boasts one of the largest production volumes of mineral water in Japan. Sake is also produced from the pure water, and you can enjoy beautiful natural scenery and rich food.
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