A new area of the annual forest rental service Forenta has opened in Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture. The "forenta-TOCHIGI Nasu Otawara Camp Area" is the 39th area nationwide and the 4th in Tochigi, offering undeveloped forest plots for annual contract rental.
About the Nasu Otawara Camp Area
Located in Otawara, Tochigi, the Nasu Otawara Camp Area features plots set within natural woodland — a landscape shaped with minimal development, preserving the forest's original character.
The area was once noted as a scenic resort district during the Showa era. Wide-open, unspoiled scenery remains, giving the site a wild, frontier feel. Plots are mostly on flat ground, but the surrounding nature is dense and untouched, offering an adventurous, "pioneer-style" experience where renters take an active role in shaping their space.
Each plot varies in tree density and landscape. Some are enclosed by quiet stands of trees; others open up to wide sky views. The natural energy of the environment is a defining feature — at night, city light barely reaches, making for a sky full of stars, while mornings are filled with birdsong.
Whether spending time in quiet solitude, working alongside nature, or gathering around a fire with friends, each renter can use the space in their own way. The area is particularly suited to those who want to shape their experience from scratch, engaging with nature on their own terms rather than arriving at a pre-built facility.
Area Details
- Location: Otsurensawa, Otawara City, Tochigi Prefecture
- Number of plots: 5
- Plot size: Approx. 300–400 m² per plot
- Annual rental fee: ¥77,000 (tax included) / ¥115,500 for corporate contracts
- Entry period: February 21, 2026 (Sat) – March 20, 2026 (Fri)
(May close early if applications are received in high volume) - Usage start: April 1, 2026 (after contract and payment confirmation)
For more details, visit the area page: https://www.forenta.net/area/nasu-otawara
Surrounding Area
While the site offers a sense of distance from city life, the surrounding Nasu area is home to numerous tourist facilities, hot springs, and farms. The combination of natural immersion and accessible regional attractions makes the area appealing for those looking to establish a second base in the countryside.
This area sits on a vast former villa development from the Showa era. The landscape is flat but richly forested — broad-leafed trees casting soft dappled light, surrounded by the deep green of conifers. There's room to explore and develop your own space as part of the experience.
Wind through the trees, the scent of the forest, birdsong. We hope visitors will treasure the time spent simply being in the forest — gathered around a fire, looking up at the stars.
We'd love for many people to help shape this into a place where wild camping in Nasu's nature can truly be enjoyed.
About Forenta
Forenta is an annual forest rental service operated by Shishigami Company Ltd. The service provides forest plots that users can lease on a year-round basis for camping, nature observation, or any activity that suits them. By avoiding excessive clearing or development, the forests are kept in their natural state, enabling sustainable, long-term use.
Renters can shape their own plot within the framework of the usage guidelines, creating a sense of having their own patch of forest. The service also creates a connection between urban residents and rural areas, offering a potential starting point for building a second local base.
Currently, Forenta operates one company-owned area in Gifu Prefecture and 38 franchise areas across Japan, from Hokkaido to Kagoshima.
