
First of all, it is very popular and the Japanese are avid campers, so it can be quite crowded. Lower temperatures mean clearer sky and better visibility.Įven though I love camping at Lake Motosu, I am also aware of its downsides. The region of Five Fuji Lakes is particularly famous for stunning autumn colors. Although the visibility is the worst and the views of Mount Fuji are not guaranteed, you can enjoy the warm waters of Lake Motosu, rent a kayak or a stand up paddle board (SUP).Īutumn is also a great time for camping under Mount Fuji. In summer, especially in August it gets hot with temperatures above 30 ☌. Daily average temperatures in April range from 11-16☌, while in May 16-22 ☌. So, bring your down jacket and make a fire to warm up in the evening. The temperatures become pleasant, although nights are still chilly. Spring brings blooming flowers and especially its beginning still means good visibility. January is the coldest month of the year with average daily temperatures ranging from 0-6☌. If you want to enjoy the clearest views of Mount Fuji and more tranquility, come in winter. Although it can be done all year round, I always come here in spring – in April or May. A day camp stay with a check-out at 5 PM is also possible.Ĭamping at Lake Motosu is always a good idea. 16,000 JPY for the smallest 4-people cabin and 49,000 JPY for a 10-people cabin.


2 people with a large campervan: 900 JPY/ person + 2400 JPY/vehicle = 4200 JPY.One thing to note, the Kouan Camping Ground does not have numbered sites, so you will choose your exact spot only after your arrival, therefore it’s always better to arrive early.Ĭampsite prices vary depending on the time of arrival and the size of the car. Just switch to the original Japanese website when selecting the check-out date, otherwise you will get a “NaN/NaN/NaN” error. But don’t worry – it’s pretty easy with Google Chrome English translator.

What’s interesting and not so uncommon in Japan, although the official website of the campsite is also available in English, bookings can only be made on the Japanese website, at least for the moment. Reservations can be made via the website up to 60 days before the check-in date. Especially on weekends, the campsite is busy, so booking in advance is a good idea. Until recently, the Kouan Camping Ground did not accept reservations for tent sites, which changed last autumn.
