This article is machine translated from Japanese.
What kind of campsite is Kouan campsite?
Kouan campsite in Minobu-cho, Minamikoma-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture is located on the shore of Lake Motosu, which boasts the best location and the highest clarity in Japan, with Mt. Visitors can enjoy various styles of camping, including auto camping and bungalow camping. There are also SUP and other activities to enjoy nature to the fullest.
The campground was also featured in the first episode of the anime “Yuru Can△” and is a popular place for pilgrims to the holy land.
Great location with a view of Mt.
The biggest attraction of Kouan campsite is its spectacular location, where you can feel the close proximity of Mt. Fuji at sunrise or sunset is especially special and will be an unforgettable memory. Fuji covered with snow can also be seen in winter.
The location that served as the model for the design on the back of the 1,000 yen bill!
Fuji on the back of the 1,000 yen bill was modeled after this location!
I tried to take this picture because it was popular on SNS, but it was difficult to adjust the focus.
Facility Information
| Facility Name | Kouan campsite |
| Location | 2926, Nakanokura, Minobu-cho, Minamikoma-gun, Yamanashi 409-3104, Japan |
| Fility Details | Cafeteria Stores Bathroom Coin-operated showers Toilet Water supply |
| Usage Hours | Check-in 7:30 – Registration opens 8:00 – Gate closes 20:00 Check-out 10:00 |
| Camp site | Free site (cars can be parked next to each other) Lakeside sites Forest site |
| Parking lot | Parking available Vehicles can be parked at the site |
| Notes | There are no supermarkets or convenience stores nearby, so be sure to do your shopping in advance! The site is a free site, so you cannot designate a section of the site. The gates are closed at night and early in the morning, so there is no access by car. (Closing time: 20:00 – 8:00 the next morning) Garbage and charcoal take-out No idling of vehicles No radio-controlled vehicles or drones Motorboats and water motorcycles prohibited Swimming in Motosu Lake prohibited |
| Reservations | For reservations: https://kouan-motosuko.com/index.html |
| Usage Fees | Camping Fee Weekday Rates (per night) *Changes depending on check-in time. Adults (junior high school students and older) 700 yen Child (elementary school student) 500 yen Tenting fee 1,100 yen per tent Tarp setup fee: 600 yen per tarp Space only (no tent or tarp) 600 yen Parking lot 1,100 yen Camping car 2,200 yen Motorcycle 700 yen Surcharge 1 (Holidays, national holidays, peak season, etc.) per night *Changes depending on check-in time Adult (junior high school student or older) 900 yen Child (elementary school student) 600 yen Tenting fee 1,200 yen per tent Tarp setup fee: 700 yen per tarp Space only (no tent or tarp) 700 yen Parking lot 1,200 yen Camping car 2,400 yen Motorcycle 800 yen There is a cancellation fee. |
| Garbage | Garbage cannot be disposed of at the campground. |
| Bonfire | Campfires available *No open flames allowed. Please be sure to use a fire pit or BBQ stove. |
How to reserve Kouan campsite
Reservations can be made through the website. Please note when making reservations that the campsite with a view of Mt. Fuji is “Kouan campsite”, not Campsite 2.
Check-in Method
Check-in and payment at the Central Lodge.
There is also a store and a cafeteria in the Central Lodge. YuruCan△ goods and Kouan campsite goods are also available, so why not buy some for your memories?
After check-in is complete, enter the building!
Once you have checked in, drive down from the campground entrance. The slope is steep, so please drive slowly and safely.
Lake Motosu and Mt.Fuji
After descending the hill, you will be greeted by a spectacular view of Lake Motosu and Mt. Fuji. Since this is a free site, please find an open space and set up your tent. By leaving enough space between your tent and those already set up, you can avoid trouble and enjoy camping without worrying about your surroundings.
Fuji can be seen from any site on the lakeside side!
The sites on the lakeside side are gravel, so we recommend bringing pegs for the view.
The slope is a bit steep, so it is comfortable to use a facing or cot to set up.
Relatively empty wooded site with no view of Mt.
Fuji is difficult to see from the wooded site, but there is shade and it is comfortable even in summer.
Toilets and cooking facilities are close by, so it is recommended for those with children.
Facilities at Kouan campsite
Toilet
There is one toilet near the camp site, one in the administration building, and one public toilet a short distance away.
There are separate toilets for men and women, but there are no outside lights, so bring a light at night.
Water supply
It is equipped with running water and is covered, so it is safe even on rainy days. Sponges and detergents are not provided, so you need to prepare them in advance.
There is no hot water.
Coin-operated shower stall
There is a coin-operated shower next to the restrooms that can be used for 100 yen per 2 minutes and provides hot water. Shampoo and body soap are not provided, so you will need to bring your own.
Only cash is accepted, so be prepared in advance.
