CAMP SATOMIYA, a new 18-pitch auto campsite located on the southern shore of Lake Kawaguchi in Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, opens on April 18, 2026 (Saturday). Set at the foot of Mount Fuji beside one of the Fuji Five Lakes, the campsite combines lakeside camping with water activities and offers complimentary canoe and kayak rentals exclusively for guests.
Reservations are accepted through the campsite booking platform "Nap-Camp":
https://www.nap-camp.com/yamanashi/16262
Site Features
CAMP SATOMIYA's 18 pitches are divided into two areas along the southern shore of Lake Kawaguchi.
The Main Site comprises 9 pitches located close to the reception building and shower facilities. Depending on the season, some of these pitches offer views of Mount Fuji.
The Sub-Site features 9 pitches arranged along the lakeshore with excellent views of Lake Kawaguchi. Both areas have toilets and water facilities, allowing guests to enjoy the lakeside natural setting to the fullest.
Convenient Access to Sightseeing and Shops
CAMP SATOMIYA sits next to Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine—the oldest shrine at the foot of Mount Fuji—and Shikkogo Park, a natural grass venue that serves as the site of the spring horseback archery (yabusame) ceremony. Both can be visited conveniently during a camping stay. The nearest convenience store is a 5-minute walk away, and a supermarket and home center are about a 5-minute drive.
Water Activities on the Lake
Being right on the lakeshore, CAMP SATOMIYA welcomes guests who bring their own canoes, kayaks, or SUPs. A pier situated between the main and sub sites serves as a dedicated launch and landing point, and shallow-water launching is also available.
From the lake near the campsite, paddlers can take in panoramic views of the mountains and townscape along the northern shore of Lake Kawaguchi. In summer, the contrast between the green peaks and the blue water is particularly vivid. Paddling roughly five minutes westward toward open water reveals Mount Fuji—a view unique to being out on the lake.
Free Canoe and Kayak Rental
CAMP SATOMIYA provides complimentary canoe and kayak rentals exclusively for guests. Available equipment includes 4 Canadian canoes (load capacity: 240 kg each), 12 single-person kayaks, paddles, oars, and life jackets. Groups can share a Canadian canoe, or multiple guests can each take a kayak out on the lake simultaneously.
Rental is self-service: guests fill in their name (in hiragana), start time, and end time in the reservation log and pledge form, read the safety guidelines carefully, and collect the equipment. Life jackets are also available from the same rack. When other guests are waiting, usage is limited to 30 minutes per turn; if no one is waiting, there is no time limit. Guests must stay within the designated area on the lake and should not go out alone—someone must remain on shore to keep watch. Rental is available throughout the campsite's operating season, through November 23.
Shower Facilities
An outdoor cold-water shower is installed near the reception building for rinsing off after water activities. The sanitary building (separate facilities for men and women) also has indoor warm-water showers, so guests can stay comfortable even in cooler months outside of summer.
CAMP SATOMIYA Overview
Operating Season: April 18, 2026 (Sat) to November 23, 2026 (Mon/Holiday)
Hours: Check-in: 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM / Check-out: 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Facility Usage Fee (per person, per night)
| Guest Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Adult (middle school age and above) | ¥1,500 |
| Child (ages 4 to elementary school) | ¥750 |
| Age 3 and under | Free |
| Pet | ¥200 |
Site Fees (auto camping, 18 pitches total)
| Site | Weekdays | Eves of Holidays & Summer Vacation | Peak Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Site (9 pitches) | ¥2,500 | ¥4,500 | ¥5,500 |
| Sub-Site (9 pitches) | ¥2,000 | ¥4,000 | ¥5,000 |
Shared Facilities
- Reception building (trailer): check-in/out, garbage collection
- Sanitary building (trailer, separate for men and women): 6 toilets, 4 warm-water showers, 4 water wash stations, ash disposal area, fire pit and grill wash station
Parking: Vehicles park within the reserved pitch.
Permitted Vehicles: Passenger cars, campervans, motorcycles, bicycles
Equipment Rental: None (canoe and kayak rental is complimentary for guests)
Camp Store: Firewood only (self-service; fill-a-bag for ¥1,000, choice of softwood or hardwood)
Reservations: Via the campsite booking site "Nap-Camp" (advance reservations required):
https://www.nap-camp.com/yamanashi/16262
Address: 3951-5 Katsuyama, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture 401-0310
Access
By Car
- From Tokyo: Take the Chuo Expressway to Kawaguchiko IC, then approximately 15 minutes toward the southern shore of Lake Kawaguchi.
- From Kofu: Head south on National Route 137 (Misaka Road) and turn right at the "Chigazaki-Kita" intersection, south of Kawaguchiko Ohashi Bridge.
- From Shizuoka: Take the Tomei Expressway to Fuji IC, head north on National Route 139, turn left at the "Higashi Koiji" intersection, then left at "Chigazaki-Kita."
By Train
Take the Fujikyu Railway to Kawaguchiko Station, board the Saiko Lakeside Bus, and ride for approximately 16 minutes to the Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine bus stop.
Safety Guidelines for Water Activities
- Rental is self-service. Guests must assess weather and lake conditions themselves and refrain from use if conditions seem unsafe.
- Middle school students and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
- Each user must enter their name, start time, and end time in the reservation log and pledge form and read all safety guidelines before use.
- If others are waiting, usage is limited to 30 minutes per turn; no time limit if no one is waiting.
- Rules and guidelines may be updated. Please read the check-in notice "Guidance and Precautions for Guests Using the Waterfront" and enjoy activities within the designated safety zone.
- Life jackets must be worn at all times; they are available from the same rack as the canoes and kayaks.
- To be prepared for emergencies, do not go out on the lake alone—someone must remain on shore to keep watch.
- Rental is available through November 23 (Mon/Holiday).
