Glamping Near Tokyo: Best Spots for 2026
You don't need to rough it to enjoy Japan's outdoors. These glamping spots offer luxury camping with real beds, private bathrooms, and sometimes even hot spring baths — all within a couple hours of central Tokyo.
What is glamping in Japan?
Glamping (glamorous camping) has exploded in Japan since 2020. Japanese glamping sites typically include furnished tents or cabins, BBQ equipment, bedding, and often access to onsen (hot spring) baths. Many require zero camping experience or gear — just show up and enjoy. The Japan National Tourism Organization highlights glamping as one of the fastest-growing tourism segments in the country.
For English-speaking visitors, glamping is often the easiest way to experience Japanese outdoor culture. Many luxury sites have at least basic English support, and the all-inclusive nature means less communication is needed compared to traditional campgrounds. If you are new to camping in Japan entirely, start with our Complete Beginner's Guide.
How to get there from Tokyo
Most glamping sites in Kanagawa Prefecture are accessible by train + short taxi ride. Key stations include:
- Hakone — 1.5 hours from Shinjuku via Odakyu Romance Car. Mountain glamping with hot springs.
- Yugawara — 1.5 hours from Tokyo Station via Tokaido Line. Coastal glamping with ocean views.
- Sagamiko — 1 hour from Shinjuku via Keio Line. Lake-side glamping at PICA resort.
- Tanzawa — 1.5 hours from Shinjuku. Mountain river glamping in a national park setting.
What to expect
Japanese glamping differs from Western glamping in a few ways:
- Check-in is strict — Arrive within your check-in window (usually 14:00-17:00).
- BBQ is king — Most sites include BBQ dinner sets with premium Japanese beef.
- Quiet hours — Expect a 22:00 quiet time. Japanese campgrounds take this seriously.
- Seasonal pricing — Summer weekends and autumn foliage season are 2-3x more expensive.
Many glamping sites also offer on-site hot spring baths, which elevates the experience beyond what most Western glamping destinations can offer.
Best glamping spots near Tokyo
Here are our top picks, sorted by rating:
Hokizawaso Glamping Area Moku
箒沢荘グランピングエリア杢
Yamakita
Atsugi Iiyama Campsite
あつぎ飯山キャンプ場
Atsugi
Couscous Glamping Manazuru
クスクスグランピング真鶴
Manazuru
Glamping to Sauna Hakone
グランピングtoサウナ箱根
Hakone
THE BASE GLAMPING YUGAWARA Kanagawa Glamping
THE BASE GLAMPING YUGAWARA 神奈川 グランピング
Yugawara
The CLIFF CAMP&BBQ
Yokosuka
Sato Rakusu FUJINO (Relax Fujino)
里楽巣FUJINO（リラックスふじの）
Sagamihara
Auto Campsite KINOBA
オートキャンプ場 KINOBA
Yamakita
世附川ロッジ
Yamakita
Moroisoso
Miura
sotosotodays CAMPGROUNDS
Minamiashigara
管理人常駐貸別荘サンテラス箱根
Hakone
Tips for booking
- Book early — Popular sites fill up 2-3 months ahead for summer weekends.
- Weekday discounts — Monday-Thursday rates are typically 30-50% cheaper.
- Winter deals — December-February is off-season with the lowest rates (and fewer crowds). See our winter glamping guide.
- Google Translate — Most booking forms are Japanese-only. See our booking guide for step-by-step help.