THE FOREST [Yamanashi]

Great nature 80 minutes from the city center!
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THE FOREST [Yamanashi]
THE FOREST
THE FOREST

This is the first large dome tent glamping facility in Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture, located approximately 80 minutes from Tokyo in the Kanto region. As the name suggests, THE FOREST is located in the forest, and you can spend your time in the middle of nature.You can experience nature-based activities that both children and adults can enjoy.

CharmPoint

- Approximately 80 minutes from Tokyo, the first in Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture.
  Dome-shaped glamping facility
  THE FOREST is, as the name suggests, a glamping facility quietly standing in the forest. Enjoy an active glamping experience where you can enjoy the great outdoors about 80 minutes from the city center.
- Enjoy Tsuru City in Yamanashi with a variety of delicious food! Huge portions of glamping MENU
  We offer a glamping BBQ menu that can only be enjoyed here, using ingredients from the Yamanashi area, including the brand Wagyu beef "Wine Beef" from Yamanashi Prefecture.
- The relaxing natural onsen is located 2 mins
  away from THE FOREST on foot.
  We, THE FOREST, give out a free onsen ticket for "Basho Tsukimachi no Yu" located 2 mins away from our facility. It will be a wonderful time to enjoy both glamping and an open-air bath, hearing the beautiful sound of the river. After taking a bath, you can enjoy delicious BBQ. (Basho Tsukimachi no Yu is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.) The onsen is normally closed on Mondays. (If Monday is a holiday, it is closed the next weekday.) *When it is a busy season, it may be open depending on the situation.
- Facilities that are safe for beginners and families
  Enjoy your meal in your own private BBQ space in each building.The administration building "THE MAIN" is equipped with toilets and shower rooms with hot water washing function.

Room TypeRoom Type

Forest Dome [2 beds]
- The dome is equipped with 2 semi-double beds. It is recommended to couples and families that want to lie down with their kids.

Zhang number	Guest room area	Capacity	Accommodation fee (tax included)
3	Approximately 28m²²	Capacity: 4 people	22,800 yen~ (Room without meals, 2 people using 1 room/1 person)*Prices may vary depending on the season

Forest Dome [4 beds]
- The dome is equipped with 4 single beds. It is recommended to a group of adults and families with their kids who are in elementary school and above.

Zhang number	Guest room area	Capacity	Accommodation fee (tax included)
2	Approximately 38m²²	Capacity: 5 people	24,800 yen~ (Room without meals, 2 people using 1 room/1 person)*Prices may vary depending on the season

Forest Dome with private garden and dog run [4 beds]
- The dome is equipped with 4 single beds. Doggies are very happy and satisfied with a private dog park, too!
  
  1 yen per small dog.
  It can accommodate up to 2 small dogs.

Zhang number	Guest room area	Capacity	Accommodation fee (tax included)
1	Approximately 38m²²	Capacity: 5 people	24,800 yen~ (Room without meals, 2 people using 1 room/1 person)*Prices may vary depending on the season

Japanese Modern Forest Dome [4 beds]
- Rooms with modern Japanese-style interior decoration. Four single low beds are set on a tatami-mat style floor. Recommended for groups who want to relax, and for families with children due to the low bed specification.

Zhang number	Guest room area	Capacity	Accommodation fee (tax included)
1	Approximately 38m²²	Capacity: 5 people	24,800 yen~ (Room without meals, 2 people using 1 room/1 person)*Prices may vary depending on the season

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MealMeal

Dinner

・Koshu Wine Beef, Fuji Sakura Pork
・Fuji spring water landlocked salmon
・Grilled Vegetables
・Grilled corn on the cob with foil
・Camembert ajillo (with bucket)
・Edamame (green soybeans)
・Mushroom milk hotou
・Dessert

*The menu is subject to change without notice.
*Please note that the menu is subject to change during the winter season.

*The menu is subject to change without notice.

Kid's Menu

Breakfast menu (same menu for children)

With the Sudomari Plan, you can enjoy your original glamping BBQ.

It is OK to bring your ingredients and food FOR FREE. Bring your own ingredients and food, and enjoy your original glamping BBQ!

Free Drink

THE FOREST opperates a free drink service plan of draft beer, whisky and sours from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.as well as a variety of soft drinks. The free drink service that makes BBQ MENU even better has gotten a lot of favorable reputations.
In addition to the all-you-can-drink plan, we also offer fine Koshu wines carefully selected by Ken Hasebe, a sommelier who won the National Wine Advisor Championship, for an additional fee.Please enjoy the wine unique to Yamanashi.

Time: Soft drink "Lobby open ~ 9:00p.m." Alcohol "3:00 p.m. ~ 9:00 p.m."
Cost: Free for those with dinner. For those without dinner, soft drinks are free but alcohols cost 1,430 yen. (Please let us know on the day of your arrival.)
*An additional fee will be charged for wine.

Easy glamping BBQ menu

As an additional dinner option for guests staying without meals, a BBQ set is available for those who want to enjoy a casual BBQ. This menu is perfect for those who simply want to enjoy BBQ. BBQ grill set (3,850 yen including tax) and all-you-can-drink alcohol (1 yen including tax per person) are also included for free! All-you-can-drink alcohol can be enjoyed.

Equipment / AmenityFacilities

- Private BBQ Space
  Each building is equipped with a private BBQ space, so you can enjoy meals with family and friends without hesitation.
- Private shower room for each dome tent
  We have a dedicated shower room in the administration building that you can use freely 24 hours a day.
- Forest workspace "FOREST"
  THE FOREST is equipped to function as a satellite office for companies. The facility is equipped with comfortable and hassle-free Wi-Fi so that remote work can be carried out anywhere. We also offer new ways of working for the new era, including 75-inch monitors and multifunction printers that can be used for training, etc.
- All guest rooms equipped with air conditioners!
  All guest rooms are equipped with air conditioners so that you can comfortably enjoy yourself anytime you visit our facility.
- Free Drink
  THE FOREST opperates a free drink service plan of draft beer, whisky and sours from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.as well as a variety of soft drinks. The free drink service that makes BBQ MENU even better has gotten a lot of favorable reputations.
- Amenities for Dogs
  We offer a full range of amenities.

Equipment / Amenity ListFacilities List

tent common

Amenity: A set of towels (bath towel and hand towel), shampoo, body wash, hair conditioner, toothbrush, pajamas, cotton swab, cotton, razor, brush, makeup remover, toner, milky lotion.
Facility: Air conditioner, 2-door refrigerator, mineral water dispenser, etc.

Shared Facility

Parking: Free parking lot available next to a dome-shaped tent

Basic InformationInformation

Address / Phone Number

Address: 1068, Tozawa, Tsuru City, Yamanashi, 402-0022・TEL:0554-43-8811

Check-in / Check-out

Check-in; 3 p.m. ~　Check-out: ~ 10 a.m.

Check-in Location

Administration building “THE MAIN”

Payment

Local payment (credit card, cash)

Accepted Credit Card Types

VISA、Master、JCB、AMEX、Dinners

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation fees are as following: (% is of total booking charge):

30 days to 8 days prior: 50% of the room charge
7 days to the day of arrival: 100% of the room charge
no notice/no show 100%

More Details! Resort Glamping Reservation Website

Lots of information on how to spend your time at THE FOREST [Yamanashi], activities, surrounding sightseeing information, and more!
THE FORESTalso offers lots of information on how to spend your time here, activities, nearby sightseeing spots, and more!

AccessAccess

- By Car
  - It takes approximately 80 mins from Shinjuku.
  - From Tokyo / Shinjuku, take Koshu-kaido Avenue / Route 20 on Metropolitan Expressway Shinjuku Route 711 via (Prefectural) Route 4.
  By Train
  - Approximately 55 mins from JR Shinjuku Station to Otsuki Station
  - Take JR Chuo Limited Express at Shinjuku Station and get off the train at Otsuki Station. We prepare a shuttle bus there.
  By highway bus
  - Approximately 80 mins from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Chuo Expressway Tsuru
  - Get on a highway bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and get off at Chuo Expressway Tsuru on Fujigoko Line. We prepare a shuttle bus there.
  About free shuttle buses
  - We operate a free service of shuttle buses at JR Otsuki Station.
    (Please consult us via email or phone if you want to take a shuttle bus from Tsurushi Station on the Fujikyu Railway or Chuo Expressway Tsuru.)
    We will pick you up at 2:50 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. (The check-in time is at 3 p.m.)
    We will send you back at 10 a.m. or 10 p.m. from our facility. (The check-out time is at 10:00 a.m.)
    
    About the service out of hours
    We will charge you 1 yen per time (Tax included) for the shuttle bus service to JR Otsuki Station out of hours. (By taxi, it costs about 3,000 yen.)
    Time: 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
    
    Please make a reservation for the service via email or phone.
    About the service out of hours, we might not be able to meet your request. Please note that we cannot handle a request of the service on the day. Thank you for your understanding.
- Nearest Airport
  - Haneda Airport

FAQFAQ

About Reservation Plans and Usage

What time is the check-in and check-out?
Check-in: 3 p.m. Check-out: 10 a.m. *Please contact us in advance if you will be arriving after 5:30 p.m.
Is it available for a day trip?
We’re afraid it is not available for now.
Are there cancellation fees?
30 days to 8 days prior: 50% of the room charge
7 days to the day of arrival: 100% of the room charge
no notice/no show 100%
*However, in the event of a typhoon warning issued by the Japan Meteorological Agency on the day of your stay at THE FOREST or at your address indicated at the time of reservation, cancellation fees will be waived.
*Even if the number of domes is reduced due to a change in the number of guests, the stipulated cancellation fee will be charged.
(e.g.) Reservations for 2 rooms for 4 persons are changed to 1 room for 2 persons, etc.
Is it possible to change the number of people or a plan?
Yes. it is possible.
Is it possible to pay by credit card?
Yes, it is.
Do you provide pick-up service?
We provide free transportation from JR Otsuki Station. (If you would like to use Fujikyuko Line Tsuruichi Station or Chuo Expressway Bus Chuo Expressway Tsuru, please contact us by phone or email.)
Can I stay with my pet?
There is a room called Forest Room with a dog park (4 beds), and you can stay with your dog in this room only.
Dog Accommodation Accommodation Agreement FormPlease bring your own.
Can I stay alone?
In general, it is available from 2 people. Please consult us via phone.

About Room Types

What is the capacity of the room?
For details, please check the capacity of each room type.
How many beds are there?
Forest Dome [2 beds] has 2 semi-double beds.
Forest Dome [4 beds], Forest Dome with dog run [4 beds], and Japanese style Forest Dome [4 beds] have 2 single beds.

About Our Facility

What amenities are available for the room?
Set of towels (bath towel and hand towel), shampoo, body wash, hair conditioner, toothbrush, pajamas, cotton swab, cotton, razor, brush, makeup remover, toner, milky lotion, etc… *Please bring pajamas for your kids.
What cooking tools do you have?
Cutting board, kitchen knife, kitchen scissors, can opener, wine opener, etc…
Do you have tableware?
Yes. We have paper plates and paper cups.
What kind of condiments do you have?
Salt and pepper, olive oil, ketchup, soy sauce, Korean barbeque sauce, etc…
Is it possible to have meals and BBQs even if it rains?
Yes. When the wind is strong, we might ask you to move to the administration building, do a BBQ and eat meals in there.
Do you have Wi-Fi?
Yes, each tent is equipped with Wi-Fi.
Do you have an air conditioner and heater?
Yes, each tent is equipped with an air conditioner (and heater).
Is there a TV in the tent?
No. However, you can enjoy a magnificent view of Mt. Fuji from your room and terrace.
Are power outlets available?
Yes. It is available in each tent.
Are there bathrooms and toilets?
Yes. In the administration building, there are shower rooms and bathrooms. There are 7 shower rooms and they are available in each room.
Is there a parking lot?
Yes. There is a free shared parking lot.

About Meals

Until when is it possible to order meals?
We accept reservations of up to 3 days in advance.
Is it possible to buy ingredients at the administration building?
We sell one-plate dishes, BBQ skewers, steak meat (single item), and other items that can be grilled and eaten straight away.
Is it possible to bring ingredients and beverages myself?
Yes, you can. Guests using a meal plan can also bring in additional ingredients to grill. There is no corkage fee. However, if you need to cook using fire, you will need to rent our BBQ grill (3,850 yen). (* Guests using a dinner plan will receive a BBQ grill free of charge.)　
Can I order breakfast only?
Yes, it is possible. Please make a reservation for the room only plan and choose breakfast only
Can I bring my own fire table and stove?
For safety reasons, flammable equipment and use of fire are prohibited.

Others

Are there nearby convenience stores and supermarkets?
Yes. Cainz Supermarket Tsuru is approximately 10 mins away and Daily Yamazaki Tsuru Bypass is approximately 5 mins away by car.
Is it possible to do fireworks?
Yes. It is possible to do sparklers at a private firepit at each spot.
Until what time is the campfire available?
You can enjoy it until 10 p.m. in each room.
About lost items
It is possible to send your lost belongings as cash on arrival. We can store them for 2 weeks, After that, we are afraid we have to dispose of them.
What happens if I leave the room dirty or damage the equipment?
If the item is badly soiled, we may charge you a cleaning fee, and if it is damaged, we may charge you the actual cost.
Do you take measures against wild animals?
Yes, we have installed wildlife repellents around the facility. However, please be aware that they are not 100% effective at preventing wildlife.
I want to cancel because I'm worried about the wildlife. Is that possible?
We apologize for any inconvenience, but our standard cancellation policy will apply.
What is on sale at the shop?
We sell fireworks, marshmallows, snacks, appetizers, cup ramen, rice, etc.