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Naka Chaya Campground
中茶屋キャンプ場
Okutama, Tokyo
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Overview
Okutama is Tokyo's final frontier, a mountain town where the Tama River carves through limestone gorges beneath peaks reaching 2,000 meters. Within this landscape, Nakachaya Campground has carved out a reputation as a campground worth traveling for — not just stopping at.
Accommodation options at Nakachaya Campground include standard tent sites, glamping accommodations, cabin or cottage rentals, auto-camp sites for vehicles. Facilities include well-maintained restrooms, hot shower facilities, electrical hookups, covering the essentials without overcomplicating the experience. The glamping setup makes this accessible for those new to camping or traveling without gear.
Lake Okutama reflects forested ridges, and Nippara Limestone Cave hides underground chambers. Within the campground, visitors have access to hiking trails and fishing and visits with pets. Beyond the site boundaries, Lake Okutama, Nippara Limestone Cave, Tama River gorges, Mt. Kumotori (Tokyo's highest) round out a day's itinerary.
Western Tokyo campgrounds are reached via the JR Chuo or Ome Lines, or the Chuo Expressway. The Ogasawara Islands require a 24-hour ferry from Takeshiba Pier, departing roughly every 6 days. Reservations may require a phone call in Japanese — a translation app or bilingual friend can help with booking. The campground carries a 4.2-star Google rating from 86 reviews, reflecting consistent visitor satisfaction. Mountain areas are best from April to November.
The ideal visitor to Nakachaya Campground is pet owners who refuse to leave their dogs behind, first-time campers seeking comfort, families who prefer a solid roof, anglers, and hikers looking to extend their trail time. It is not trying to be a resort or a theme park — it is a campground that does its job well, in a location that rewards those who make the trip.
For more campgrounds like this, see our Camping near Tokyo guide, Hot spring camping guide, Pet-friendly camping guide or Glamping in Japan guide.
Getting there from Tokyo
Western Tokyo campgrounds are reached via the JR Chuo or Ome Lines, or the Chuo Expressway. The Ogasawara Islands require a 24-hour ferry from Takeshiba Pier, departing roughly every 6 days.
Best season to visit
Mountain areas are best from April to November. The Ogasawara Islands enjoy a subtropical climate suitable for year-round visits, with whale-watching season from February to April.
Nearby activities
- Lake Okutama
- Nippara Limestone Cave
- Tama River gorges
- Mt. Kumotori (Tokyo's highest)
- forest railway trails
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Okutama is Tokyo's final frontier, a mountain town where the Tama River carves through limestone gorges beneath peaks reaching 2,000 meters. Lake Okutama reflects forested ridges, and Nippara Limestone Cave hides underground chambers. It's wilderness camping with a Tokyo address.
Browse our campgrounds in Okutama page for local comparisons. Use the official site and map links below to confirm access, check-in details, and any Japanese-only booking steps.
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