About Laid-Back Camp（Yuru Camp）
Laid-Back Camp (ゆるキャン△) is a relaxing slice-of-life manga and anime by afro, set mainly around Yamanashi and Mount Fuji. It follows Rin, Nadeshiko and friends enjoying solo and group camping, outdoor meals and scenic nature.
Its accurate depictions of real campsites and spots sparked a massive camping boom and turned these locations into beloved anime pilgrimage destinations.
Full Pilgrimage Guide
Curated videos and route overview for Laid-Back Camp inspirations — click a card to watch and plan your trip.
REAL LIFE ANIME Locations from YURU CAMP (Laid-Back Camp)
Spotlight Location Guide
Kōan Campsite (Hōansō Camp Ground) at Lake Motosu (浩庵キャンプ場（本栖湖）)
Holy grail meeting spot in season 1 with iconic panoramic Mount Fuji view and reverse Fuji reflection.
Best Time to Visit
Winter for snowy Fuji views; autumn for clear skies and foliage.
Access
Address: 2926 Nakanojo, Minobu, Minami-Koma District, Yamanashi Prefecture
Bus from Minobu Station or rental car from Kawaguchiko (~40 minutes); reservations required for camping.
Photography Tips
- • Wide-angle from lakeshore toward Fuji for OP recreations
- • Golden/blue hour for reflections
- • Tripod essential
Fumoto Camp Ground (Fumotoppara) (ふもとっぱら)
Vast open grassland where Rin solos; unobstructed Fuji vistas and dramatic sunrise/sunset scenes.
Best Time to Visit
Clear winter/spring days for Fuji; summer for green fields.
Access
Address: 2564-10 Asagiri Kogen, Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Prefecture
Bus from Fujinomiya Station or rental car (~2.5 hours from Tokyo); popular for drive-in camping.
Photography Tips
- • Panoramic plateau shots with Fuji backdrop
- • Elevated angles for anime-like vastness
Jinsha Koan Campsite Area & Lake Views (本栖湖周辺キャンプエリア)
Detailed campsite recreations around Motosuko including tent spots and facilities from group episodes.
Best Time to Visit
Year-round; winter for authentic solo camp feel.
Access
Address: Around Lake Motosu, Minobu area, Yamanashi Prefecture
Similar to Kōan — public transport limited; car recommended.
Photography Tips
- • Close-up facility and lakeside matches
- • Include snow or autumn leaves
Caravan Camping Spots & Scenic Views (Yamanashi) (山梨の展望スポット)
Roadside and park overlooks from scooter rides, fruit parks and viewpoints featured across seasons.
Best Time to Visit
Autumn foliage or spring cherry blossoms.
Access
Address: Various around Minobu and Kofu, Yamanashi Prefecture
Rental scooter/car for flexibility; buses available in towns.
Photography Tips
- • Moving shots from roads
- • Recreate Rin’s viewpoint stops
Grab your gear and relax under the stars — nadeshiko power! Which cozy spot are you camping at first?