Start in Tomisato near Narita Airport.
Drive 3 hours north past Mt Tsukuba to Nikko.
If you set off late from our office you can stay at campgrounds close by or in free roadside rest areas.

Free camping option with hot spring bath house at:
Utsunomiya Romantic Village Roadside Station
Tel: 028-665-8800

Or full featured camp site at:
Nikko Daiyagawa Autocamp
Tel: 028-823-0201

Visit Nikko Tosho-gu Shinto shrine built in 1617.
Listed as one of the National Treasures of Japan this has been a
place of worship for ruling generals of Edo (Tokyo) since its construction.

Surrounded by natural wonder Lake Chuzenjiko, Mt Nantai, Kegon and Ryuzu Waterfalls
are all within 1 hour drive of the city.

There are plenty of walking trails, boat and cable way rides to take it all in.
➡CLICK HERE FOR NIKKOUGUIDE.

Edo Wonderland🔗historical village is just 20 minute drive and a great place to see
how people lived 400 hundred year ago in Japan.
There are ninja show and other children entertainment.

Take National Route 122 through the mountains.
This 1.5 hour scenic drive will take you past old mining towns before entering Gunma prefecture.
(In severe winter driving conditions from Dec to Mar, use alternative Touhoku Expressway.)

Mt Akagi caldera Lake Onuma🔗 is 1,350 meter above sea level and a great place for fishing and wild flower viewing in the summer or there is a nearby ski resort in the winter.
Along the way to the top, stop at Fudo-Otaki Falls. Just 40 minute hike from Route 16.

Free camping with hot spring bath house:
Fujimi Roadside Rest Area
Tel: 027-320-5555

Stay at full featured campsite:
Mt Agaki Motor Resort
Tel: 027-283-8368

Head for Nagano prefecture.
Take the Joshin-estu Expressway or in good weather mountain pass route to
Jigokudani Monkey Onsen Park🔗 . It is about 3 hours drive.
Hell Valley is an active volcanic area with steam vent and natural hot spring which Japanese Macaque use to keep warm in the winter. After a short walk along the river you can interact with these wild monkeys. Nearby Yudanaka Onsen town is a great place to soak in the hot water too.

Free camping at:
Kitashinshu Yamanouchi Roadside Station🔗
Tel: 026-931-1008

Full featured campground 1 hour drive from Yudanaka Onsen (Closed in Winter):
Organic Resort Iizunahigashitakahara
Tel: 026-253-3210

Joshin-etsu Kogen National Park covers a huge area of 3 prefectures and the Mikuni Mountain Range which has 2 active volcanoes. Mt Asama near Kairuizawa and Mt Shirane, further north.

The road to Mt Shirane is only open in summer.
There are alpine walking trails and cable way but check volcanic activity warnings first.

During winter go to popular ski resort including Shiga Kogen🔗 about 30 minute drive from
Yudanaka Onsen along Route 292.

Summer also popular for wild flower viewing, hiking, mountain biking and relaxing in the many hot springs.

Mountain Farm Campground (Closed in Winter)
Tel: 026-274-5959

Forest hiking trails

Driving down the valley and around Nagano City, 2 hours along the Nagano Expressway is the one time political capital of Japan. Mastumoto Castle🔗 is the oldest existing built in 1504.
Surrounded by parkland and historical buildings you might be lucky to arrive during the summer festival.

Then traverse west along Route 158 to Hirayu Onsen and Ski Resort🔗.
It takes about 1.5 hours to reach an elevation of 1,250 meters.
Driving up the valley past lakes and through narrow tunnels this road is scenic and challenging and may be closed during severe weather conditions. (Alternative road is the Chuo Expressway to the south).

Hirayu onsen hot water is said to have ancient healing powers and there are many different to choose from. The most popular is Kami no Yu meaning gods water.

Nearby Norikura Kogen and mountain provide more hot spring and amazing natural wonder. Forest hiking trails go to Zengoro-no-taki Falls.

Free camping at Okuhira and nearby hot spring bathing:
Okuhida-Onsengo Kamitakara Roadside Station
Tel: 057-889-3746

Full featured campground (Closed in Winter):
Hirayu Camping Ground
Tel: 057-889-2610

Driving 1 hour west along Route 158 will bring you to Takayama, Gifu.

The small city is known for its old world charm and buildings. Local art and farm produce is displayed and sold in summer markets on the Miya River. There are several museum dedicated to 100’s of years of art and craft and traditional thatch roof building construction. Join the bi-annual Takayama Festival 🔗.

Less than 1 hour drive to the north west is Shirakawa-go🔗 . The world heritage listed village of 60 traditional “Gassho” wood and thatched roof houses that are unique in their construction of 3 to 4 levels and have kept occupants warm even in harsh winter weather for 100’s of years.

Visitors will be lucky to join in the Autumn village festival whilst viewing the changing forest colours.

Free camping option with onsen bath house in the village:
Shirakawa-go Roadside Station
Tel: 057-696-1310

Full featured camping 45 minute drive from Shirakawa Village (Closed in Winter):
Katsurako Auto Camping Ground
Tel: 076-367-3120

About 30 minutes north of Shirakawa is the village of Gokayama. Another “Gassho” house village surrounded by mountains and a few ski resort during the winter.

From here you will get on the Tokai- Hokuriku Expressway north into Toyama prefecture and the coastline of the Sea of Japan.

1 hour later you will pass byTakaoka City🔗 famous for its copperware, lacquer ware and historical poetry.

Neighbouring Toyama City🔗 also has a long artesian and rich history and is former castle town with parklands along the Matsu-kawa River. Views of the famous 3,000 meter high Tateyama Mountain can be seen across the bay.

Arriving in Himi🔗 on Naga-hama Beach and Toyama Bay. Enjoy fresh seafood from the many markets whilst taking in the vista of the mountains and ocean. Visit Himi City Seaside Botanical Garden for rare coastal flora or Junicho-gata Suigo-koen Park for traditional Japanese plants and animals.

Free camping with hot spring bath house:
Himi Banya Roadside Station🔗
Tel: 076-672-3400

Full featured campground:
Amaharashi Campground🔗
Tel: 076-620-1416

Drive west along Route 415 across the bottom of Noto Peninsular into Ishikawa prefecture. 30 minutes later you will arrive on Chirihama Beach🔗 . Known as the place in Japan it is possible to drive along the sand. Popular in summer for beach sports and seafood BBQ called “Hamayaki”.

You will find travel along the beach quicker using the Noto Satoyama Kaido road that heads south towards Kanazawa city. The provincial capital is known for its traditional arts, dyed silk and pottery. The castle city has Kenroku-en and is one of the three most famous gardens in Japan starting in 1676. Tera-machi area has 70 temples gathered together.

Continue south along the coast road for 1 hour to Kaga Onsen Kyo. An area of 4 hot springs that was discovered 1,300 years ago. In Yamashiro Hot Spring you will find historical hotel and bathhouses. Katayamazu Hot Spring is on the Shibayama-gata Lagoon which changes colour seven times a day and see views of the Haku-san Mountain Range.

Kaga Komatsu Guide🔗 .

Continue driving into Fukui prefecture to the south for 40 minutes to camping areas.

Free camping option:
Mikuni Roadside Station🔗
Tel: 077-682-3339

Full featured campground with hot spring bath house and swimming pool:
Kyukamura Echizenmikuni Auto Camp🔗
Tel: 077-682-7400

Just a few minutes drive from the campground is O-shima Island. Just outside the village this scenic island is accessible by foot bridge. Nearby alongRoute 7, Tojinbo rock formations have cliffs up to 55 meters high into the ocean. The rock formations are hexagonal and only occur a few places in the world.

From here drive 100km along the rugged coast line Route 305 south though fishing cove villages and Cape Echizen. You can see Torikuso-iwa rock that rises out of the sea, Kochomon Cave and Echizen-misaki Lighthouse at the top of a 132 meter cliff has spectacular views.

Echizen-kaigan Coast Area🔗 .

After 1 hour driving south along the coast you will pass by Tsuruga city onTsuruga Bay. A historical and current transportation hub for shipping and land transport due to its strategic location on the Sea of Japan and close to Kyoto. Check out historical buildings and seafood markets.

Now its time to leave the coast and drive towards Lake Biwa and into Shiga prefecture. After driving for 30 minutes south through the mountains to the lake shore.

Along the south east lake shore are many free camping area including roadside station with nearby hot spring bath house.

Kohoku Mizudori Station🔗
Tel: 074-979-8060

For full feature camping on the western lake shore:
Takagi Hama Autocamp🔗
Tel: 074-028-1206

Before leaving for Kyoto go for a stroll along the many path along the shore of Japan’s largest lake and see wide variety of water birds. If staying longer in warmer months there are boat rental and swimming is popular. Fishing for Lake Biwa famous catfish is also possible.

It is a 1.5 hour drive to Kyoto wether you choose the east or west lake shore route. The eastern route will have you passing by Hikone Castle🔗. On the shore of Lake Biwa the city has been an important travel stop over for more than 400 years.

Kyoto city has very narrow and crowded streets and there is no kerbside parking. Use the Times 24h Parking area below. It costs 200 JPY per hour or 800 JPY 24 hours and you can walk to Tobakaido Station in just 10 minutes. From this one train line you can easily access all of the major sites including Fushima-inari Shrine, Kiyomizu Dera, Gion and Kyoto Imperial Palace. There are so many places to see you can spend all day in the city.

For more on Kyoto Visit This Link🔗.

Park in Kyoto pay parking lot and stay overnight if desired:
Times 24 Hour Parking
No public toilet.
Tel: 075-671-6376 (Business number for GPS Navigation)

Or back to Lake Biwa for free camping 1 hour east from Kyoto. Full featured camping at:
Miami Hama Auto Camp🔗
Tel: 077-589-5725

Osaka is Japan’s 3rd largest city. It takes about 1 hour from Kyoto.

Parking in the city is limited to off street paid parking lots and streets are busy and narrow. If you want to explore the area’s such Dotonbori, Nanba, Osaka-jo orUmeda then go to easy to access parking area right next to Universal Studios Japan theme park. 24 hours cost is 700-1000 JPY.

From just across the road of the car park is Sakurajima Station. It takes 30 minutes by train to Dotonbori for famous Osaka foods Takoyaki ( Grilled octopus dumplings ) or Okinomiyaki ( Savory pancakes ) a favourite that the locals love.

Don’t miss seeing Osaka Castle. An impressive structure built in 1583 AD. From the top there are views of most of the city which was handy for the warlords of that era. For the those who love shopping and entertainment stop by Umedanext to Osaka station before heading back to the camper.

For more on Osaka visit this link🔗 .

You can stay overnight in Sakurajima station pay parking lot or within 10 minutes drive is a small seaside campground ( reservations recommended in summer ) and in the same area there is a hot spring bath house.

Sakurajima Parking Area
No public toilet.
Tel: 064-804-8880 (Business number for GPS Navigation).

Maishima Auto Camp🔗
Tel: 066-460-1640

Nara City🔗is another hour from Osakaand home to Todaiji Tera. The temple is a world heritage site and dates back to 700 AD and inside is the world’s largest bronze statue of Buddha. Outside in the gardens are hundred of tame but free deer (Shika). You can buy rice crackers and feed the deer by hand.

After a one hour drive is the small city ofIga🔗 , famous for it’s Ninja heritage. In late 1500 AD the Iga and Koga district was a republic and was at war with the Shogun ( General ). The Ninja were masters of Ninjitsu, a type of gorilla warfare at the time. Later they become the special forces of the Shogunate in Edo (Old Tokyo). See real Ninja artefacts and way of life. There are Ninja shows and you can even become a Ninja for a day.

Free camping with hot spring bath house:
Hari Roadside Station🔗
Tel: 074-382-5633

Full featured camp ground is just 15 minutes drive from the city:
OK Auto Campground🔗
Tel: 059-559-2079

Get back onto the highway and head toward Nagoya and beyond to Shizuoka and the western side of Mt Fuji. This is about a 4 hour drive on the Higashi Meihan and Tomei Expressway.

Leave the Tomei Expressway and onto Route 139 which circle Mt Fuji on the western side. About 20 minutes drive from Fujinomiya city is the sacred Shiraito no Taki Waterfalls and just 5 minute walk another impressive waterfall is Otodome no Taki. A few more kilometres away is Tanuki Lake with great views of Mt Fuji and free parking areas along the shoreline.

Mount Fuji Guide🔗.

Free parking option available along lakes and roadside stations:
Asagiri Kogen Roadside Station🔗
Tel: 054-452-2230

There are numerous full featured camping area around Mt Fuji. This one is just 20 minutes from Shiraito Falls:
Inokashira Auto Camp🔗
Tel: 054-452-0885

It is possible to continue around Mt Fuji through Yamanashiprefecture and the famous Fuji 5 Lakes area. Stop by the shores of Lake Mototsu-ko, Sai-ko and Kawaguchi-ko. All providing amazing views of Mt Fuji. The most famous view is at Lake Mototsu and is the same as seen on a 1000 Yen note.

Depending on the time of year it possible to drive up the Mount Fuji Subaru Line to the 5th Station (Closed to private vehicles during peak climbing season and heavy snow). The 5th Station is 2,300 Meters high and the starting point to climbing to the peak.

Mt Fuji Panorama Line, Route 138 will complete the circuit of Mt Fuji and back on the Tomei Expressway. It is about 1.5 hour of scenic driving. There are numerous campground and free or paid parking area along this route. During summer it can be busy with sightseers and camping area must be booked in advance.

Free camping with amazing view of Mt Fuji and next to hot spring bath house:
Narusawa Roadside Station🔗
Tel: 055-585-3900

Mt Fuji 5 Lakes camping area with nearby hot spring bath:
Odakyu Yamanakako Forest Cottage🔗
Tel: 055-562-2171

Finish exploring the Mt Fuji area and head back on the motorway towards Tokyo. If you leave early you can stop by places such as Tokyo Tower or Odaiba and take in the city sights before going back our office in Narita. It is about a 3 hour drive from Mt Fuji.

Tell your friends and family about your awesome adventure!

Destination Chiba – Tokyo’s Playground.
Briefing:
Chiba prefecture is known for it’s fishing, farm produce and long sandy beaches. Best of all it is also the home of Narita International Airport and gateway to Tokyo. A great place to start your camper adventure in Japan!

Find more attractions on the official travel guide🔗.

Itinerary

Day 1. Start at our Tomisato office nearNarita Airport. Drive 1 hr to Kujukuri Hama a 66 km long beach that is popular for fishing and surfing. Visit Cape Inubo-saki and lighthouse on the eastern most point in mainland Japan.

Day 2. Cruise along the coastline, surf beaches and further south through sleepy fishing village coves. Visit Kamogawa Sea World Aquarium.

Day 3. Drive through flower and market gardens and further south to Cape Nojimazaki Lighthouse. Then head north to Mt Nokogiri famous for its cable way and ancient Buddhist shrine. From the top you can see Tokyo Bay and Mt Fuji.

Day 4. Return to the office. There is no rush as it is only 2 hour drive.

Route Map &Camping

Bōsō Hanto and Kujukuri have many camping options, parking lots are very busy during summer months and you will have to pay to stay. But during off season it is relaxed and you can park for free. There are Michi no Eki (Parking Stations) which offer free overnight parking and toilet facility. Bathing can be done at the many Onsen ( Hot Spring Bath ) in the region.

Find Michi no Eki here🔗.

For full featured camping there are Kyanpu-jo (campgrounds) that provide 100 volt AC power, children play area, bathroom, shower and laundry. Here are our recommendations corresponding to the numbered icons on the Map:

1. Kujukuri Seaside Camping Area🔗

2. Narita Yume Farm Camp🔗

3. Orange Village Campground🔗

4. Mori no Makiba Auto Camp🔗

Briefing:

Mt Fuji Japan’s biggest mountain and active volcano is visible even in Tokyo more than 80 km away. You can get close to the mountain and amazing surrounding landscape in just a few hours. On this trip we also visit the many natural hot springs and lakes of Hakone and coastline of Izu Peninsula.

Start at our Tomisato office near Narita Airport. If arriving late at the office you can stay at campgrounds close by or free roadside rest area.

But if you cannot wait to see Mt Fuji up close it is a 3 hour drive to the Five Lakes area. This guide is based on an adventure spending your first night in Chiba.

Drive along Tokyo Bay and past Mt Nokogiri famous for its cable way and ancient Buddhist shrine. From the top you can see Tokyo Bay and Mt Fuji. CrossTokyo Bayusing either the Aqua Line or Tokyo-Wan Ferry to Kanagawa and Sagami Bay coast surf beaches.

Visit Enoshima, an island dedicated to Benzaiten, the goddess of music and entertainment. Finish the day eating fresh seafood and soaking in hot spring bath in the Hakone district.

Hakoneis a small city along the shores of Lake Ashi and is a popular get away for Tokyo residents. There are several rope and cable way including Hakone Komagatake Ropeway, which goes to the top of Mount Komagatake with views of volcanically active Owakudani geysers and Mt Fuji. There are boat trips around the lake and at the end of big day return to a hot spring bath house in the area.

For more on Hakone visit this link🔗 .

Drive along the Izu Peninsula coast to Shimoda. Famous for being the place during the 19th century United States of America “Kuro Fune” Black Ships entered Japan and demanded a trade treaty with the Empire of Japan. There is replica of US Naval Officer Perry’s ship in Shimoda Harbour.

Spend a day at beautiful white sandy beaches, Shirahama or hiking along mountain rivers and the seven water falls in Kawazu.

Follow the scenic coastline of western Izu and Dogashima. Ancient volcanic lava flows have formed into cliffs, islands and coves where locals live in small fishing villages.

Keep driving north as Mt Fuji looms ahead and to the famous Fuji 5 lakes area. Stop by the shores of Lake Kawakuchi-ko, Sai-ko and Mototsu-ko. All providing amazing views of Mt Fuji. The most famous view is at Lake Mototsu and is the same as seen on a 1000 Yen note.

Depending on the time of year it possible to drive up the Mt Fuji Subaru Line to the 5th Station (Closed to private vehicles during peak climbing season and heavy snow). The 5th Station is 2,300 Meters high and the starting point to climbing to the peak.

See more about Mt Fuji area🔗 .

Finish the day at one of the many excellent restaurants serving local home made Miso, Udon and bathing in Onsen (Hot Spring Bath).

Finish exploring the Mt Fuji area and head back on the motorway towards Tokyo. If you leave early you can stop by places such as Tokyo Tower or Odaiba and take in the city sights before going back our office in Narita.

ROUTE MAP & CAMPING

Mt Fuji, Hakone and Izu Hanto have many camping options, parking lots are very busy during summer months and you will have to pay to stay. But during off season it is relaxed and you can park for free. There are Michi no Eki (Parking Stations) which offer free overnight parking and toilet facility. Bathing can be done at the many Onsen ( Hot Spring Bath ) in the region.

Find Michi no Eki here🔗 .

For full featured camping there are Kyanpu-jo (campgrounds) that provide 100 volt AC power, children play area, bathroom, shower and laundry. Here are our recommendations corresponding to the numbered icons on the Map:

1. Mori no Makiba🔗

2. Fun Camp Lake Ashinoko Village🔗

3. Adventure Family Auto Camping Forest🔗

4. Odakyu Yamanakako Forest Cottage🔗

5. Narusawa Village Rest Area (Free Roadside Rest Area) 🔗

Briefing:
Follow the ancient Tokaido Highway from Tokyo to Hakone and Mt Fuji. Then on to Kyoto, Osaka and Nara.

Start at our Tomisato office near Narita Airport. Drive on the Shutoko Expressway that winds it way through Tokyo city center past famous Roppongi and Shijuku districts and on to Hakone andMt Fuji. It takes about 3 hours from Narita.

Stay the night at one of the many free parking area or at a full featured campground and soak in Onsen bath fed by natural volcanic hot spring.

ExploreHakone, a small city along the shores of Lake Ashiand is a popular get away for Tokyo residents. There are several rope and cable way including Hakone Komagatake Ropeway, which goes to the top of Mount Komagatake with views of volcanically activeOwakudani geysers and Mt Fuji. There are boat trips around the lake and at the end of big day return to a hot spring bath house in the area.

For more on Hakone visit here🔗

Just 1 hour drive away isMt Fuji and the famous Fuji 5lakes area. Stop by the shores of Lake Kawaguchi-ko, Sai-ko and Mototsu-ko. All providing amazing views of Mt Fuji. The most famous view is at Lake Mototsu and is the same as seen on a 1000 Yen note.

Depending on the time of year it possible to drive up the Mt Fuji Subaru Line to the 5th Station (Closed to private vehicles during peak climbing season and heavy snow). The 5th Station is 2,300 Meters high and the starting point to climbing to the peak.

See more about Mt Fuji area🔗 .

Finish the day at one of the many excellent restaurants serving local home made Miso, Udon and bathing in Onsen (Hot Spring Bath).

Get onto the Shin Tomei Expressway and head for Lake Biwanear Kyoto. It is about a 5 hour drive but the road is smooth and wide and you can marvel at the modern bridge and tunnels as you traverse across the top of the mountains. There are service areas every 20 minutes or less if you need to take a break.

Upon arriving at Lake Biwa you will want to rest by the shore of Japan’s largest freshwater lake. The eastern shore has many free parking areas where you have a relaxing time bird watching or fishing. The lake has over 1100 species of wildlife in the waters and some can only be found there. The most famous is the Giant Biwako Catfish which in Japanese mythology, a giant catfish named Namazu causes earthquakes as he moves below the earth’s surface.

For more on Lake Biwa🔗.

Spend the night in a campground or one of the free parking area’s. The are some fantastic hot spring baths in the area.

Head to the historical capital city of Kyoto. It is less then 1 hour drive from Lake Biwa to Kyoto.

The city has very narrow and crowded streets and there is no kerbside parking. Use the Times 24h parking area on the map. It costs 200 JPY per hour or 800 JPY 24 hours and you can walk to the Tobakaido train station in just 10 minutes. From this one train line you can easily access all of the major attractions including Fushima-inari Shrine, Kiyomizu Dera, Gionand Kyoto Imperial Palace. There are so many places to see you can spend all day in the city.

For more on Kyoto🔗.

You can either spend the night in the car park and bath in the nearby onsen or head back toLake Biwa or start driving toward Osaka and use one of the road side rest areas. The choice is yours.

Times 24h Parking, Tel 075-671-6376, 10 minutes walk to Tobakaido Station, Kyoto.

Use the phone number 075-671-6376 in GPS navigator to set the destination.

Osaka　is Japan’s 3rd largest city (Yokohama is No. 2). It takes about 1 hour from Kyoto.

Parking in the city is limited to off street paid parking lots and streets are busy and narrow. If you want to explore the area’s such Dotonbori, Nanba, Osaka-jo or Umeda then we have another easy to access parking area for you. And it is also right next to Universal Studios Japan theme park. 24 hours cost is 700-1000 JPY. See directions on the map.

From just across the road of the car park is Sakurajima station. It takes 30 minutes to Dotonbori for famousOsaka foods Takoyaki ( Grilled octopus dumplings ) or Okinomiyaki (Savory pancakes) a favourite that the locals love. From here it is another 40 minutes by train to Osaka Castle. An impressive structure built in 1583 AD. From the top there are veiws of most of the city which was handy for the warlords of that era. For the those who love shopping and entertainment stop by Umedanext to Osaka station before heading back to the camper.

For more on Osaka🔗 .

You can stay overnight in Sakurajima station parking lot or within 10 minutes drive of is Maishima Auto Camp a small seaside campground (reservations recommended in summer) and in the same area there is a nice Onsen bath.

Osaka Parking, Tel 064-804-8880.

Use the phone number 064-804-8880 in GPS navigator to set the destination.

Nara city is another hour from Osaka and home to Todaiji Tera. The temple is a world heritage site and dates back to 700 AD and inside is the world’s largest bronze statue of Buddha. Outside in the gardens are hundred of tame but free deer (Shika). You can buy rice crackers and feed the deer by hand.

After a one hour drive is the small city of Iga, famous for it’s Ninja heritage. In late 1500 AD the Iga and Koga district was a republic and was at war with the Shogun (General). The Ninja were masters of Ninjitsu, a type of gorilla warfare at the time. Later they become the special forces of the Shogunate in Edo (Old Tokyo). See real Ninja artefacts and way of life. There are Ninja shows and you can even become a Ninja for a day.

For more on Nara🔗.

And Iga🔗 .

There are many free parking option and Onsen in this country area. OK Campground is just 15 minutes drive from the city.

Get back onto the highway and head toward Nagoya and beyond to Shizuokaand the western side of Mt Fuji. This is about a 4 hour drive.

About 20 minutes drive from Fujinomiya city is the sacred Shiraito no Taki waterfalls and just 5 minute walk another impressive waterfall is Otodome-no-Taki. A few more kilometres away is Tanuki Lake with great views of Mount Fuji and free parking areas along the shoreline.

For more on western Fuji .

This area has many campsite and onsen.

Finish exploring theMt Fuji area and head back on the motorway towards Tokyo. If you leave early you can stop by places such as Tokyo Tower or Odaiba and take in the city sights before going back our office in Narita. It is about a 3 hour drive.

There are many free and paid camping options on this route. Parking lots are very busy during summer months and you will have to pay to stay. But during off season it is relaxed and you can park for free. There are Michi no Eki (Parking Stations) which offer free overnight parking and toilet facility.

Find Michi no Eki here🔗.

For parking within in Kyoto and Osaka city limits, please refer to details on their itinerary tabs.

For full featured camping there are Kyanpu-jo (campgrounds) that provide 100 volt AC power, children play area, bathroom, shower and laundry. Here are our recommendations corresponding to the numbered icons on the Map:

1. Hakone, Fun Camp Lake Ashinoko Village🔗

2. Mt Fuji Gotemba, Onoji Family Camp🔗

3. Mt Fuji 5 Lakes, Odakyu Yamanakako Forest� Cottage🔗

4. Lake Biwa, Miami Hama Auto Camp🔗

5. Osaka, Apa Auto Camp🔗

6. Iga, OK Auto Camp🔗

7. Fujinomiya, Inokashira Auto Camp🔗