
Approximately 2 hours by car or train from Osaka, Kyoto, or Hyogo.Miyazu City, Kyoto, which is home to Amanohashidate, one of Japan's three most scenic views, and overlooks the beautiful sea, is home to a variety of accommodation styles, including glamping facilities, private villas, and inns where adults can enjoy resorts.Among the many glamping facilities among them, no two are the same, and each facility has its own unique concept tailored to the people who use it, how they enjoy it, and how they spend their time.
This time, we will introduce glamping facilities located in Amanohashidate, Kyoto, the mecca of Kansai glamping, which is easily accessible from the Keihanshin area and where you can enjoy glamping on a day trip or overnight stay.
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Amanohashidate, one of Japan's three most scenic spots, is located in an area called "Kyoto by the Sea" facing the Sea of Japan side of Kyoto Prefecture.Approximately 2 hours by car from Kyoto, Osaka, or Hyogo, or approximately 2 hours by train by limited express from JR Osaka Station or JR Kyoto Station.Express buses also depart from Osaka Umeda (Hankyu Sanbangai) and JR Kyoto Station, making it easy to access from Keihanshin by any means of transportation.
In addition to Amanohashidate, the area that houses Amanohashidate is also home to Ine no Funaya, which has been selected as a national Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings for its good old Japanese scenery where the sea and residences sit side by side. ``Chirimen Kaido'', which prospered as a production center for Tango chirimen and has a modern Showa-era landscape, ``Kotohikihama'', famous for its singing sand, and ``Hinhigaura'', where you can enjoy traditional townscapes and untouched areas. There are many attractive sightseeing spots where nature remains.
Kyoto by the sea, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, has a nostalgic atmosphere and is an area full of attractions where the original scenery of Japan still remains.
The Tango area, where Amanohashidate is located, is a place worthy of being called a treasure trove of food.Snow crab, which can be enjoyed until March when the crab fishing season opens on November 11th every year, and yellowtail caught in Ine Town, one of Japan's three major yellowtail fishing grounds, are a winter tradition in Tango.In addition, you can enjoy a variety of fresh ingredients depending on the season, such as red sea bream and sandfish in the spring, conger conger and abalone in the summer, and black-throated black-throat, mullet, and matsutake mushrooms in the fall.There are many vegetables and fruits that can be grown locally, and Tango in particular is an area where strawberries are actively cultivated, especially in Miyazu City, Kyoto.Compared to production areas on the Pacific coast, this area has lower temperatures from winter to spring, allowing the fruits to fully ripen slowly, which is said to produce sweet and delicious strawberries.At the glamping facility in Amanohashidate, a red, white, and pink strawberry picking experience is held every year from January to April.This is a popular activity as you can taste white snow rabbits and pink peach blossoms, which are not often found in the market.
Surrounded by the sea and mountains, the Amanohashidate area of Kyoto allows you to experience rich nature wherever you go, and you can find activities that suit your taste.You can have valuable experiences by playing in the river, catching rainbow trout, catching insects such as beetles and stag beetles, and climbing trees, all of which can only be done in the great outdoors.At sea, you can enjoy activities such as sea kayaking, SUP, fishing, and cruising.
Starting with the opening of Grandome Kyoto Amanohashidate in 2018, unique glamping facilities have been opened one after another in Amanohashidate, Kyoto.``Farm Glamping Kyoto Amanohashidate'' with the concept of nutritional education, ``Blue Dome Kyoto Amanohashidate'' where you can enjoy beach glamping in a location where the beautiful ocean spreads out in front of you, and ``Dog Glamping Kyoto'' where you can glamp with your dog. In addition to Amanohashidate, there are also private villas equipped with private pools and natural hot springs where you can enjoy glamping in a resort-like atmosphere.
Additionally, in the summer of 2020, Japan's largest glamping site ``GLAMPING VILLAGE HAJIME'' and ``GLAMPING DIVA'' with a private dog run, individual pool, and natural hot spring will open.Amanohashidate, Kyoto is the mecca of Kansai glamping.
The glamping facilities in Amanohashidate, Kyoto have clearly set out their own unique characteristics to suit the users and enjoyment methods, such as families, couples, groups, and pets.
In this chapter, we will introduce the characteristics and recommended points of five unique glamping facilities in Amanohashidate, Kyoto.
The location, which is close to the forest, river, and ocean, is attractive.You can play in the Seya River that runs beside the site, and catch bugs such as beetles and stag beetles in the forest behind the tent.In the evening, enjoy a BBQ while watching the sunset.At night, the kitchen car opens and you can enjoy drinks and a campfire.The administration building, which has a reception function, has a private hot spring "Umi" where 5 to 6 people can take a bath at a time, and although it is an outdoor facility, you can spend a relaxing time in the natural hot spring.This facility is recommended for people who want to enjoy nature in a comfortable environment.
The Grand Dome has three types of tents, including the Forest View Dome, which gives you the feeling of being in the forest, and can accommodate up to 3 people.When combined with the adjacent private villa "Marintopia The Suite," it becomes possible to accommodate even larger groups, making it suitable for group use such as company trips, corporate training, and off-site meetings.There is also a convention room (multipurpose room) on the premises that can accommodate 52 people, and can host a variety of events, from meetings, training, and workshops to exhibitions and parties.We also propose training plans such as team building that are tailored to the user company and training purpose.
A glamping facility located on a small hill overlooking the beautiful sea of Miyazu, Kyoto.A portion of all tents are skeletonized, allowing you to enjoy a panoramic view of the great nature of Kyoto Tango even inside the tent.
Each tent site is equipped with individual showers and baths, toilets with hot water washers, and BBQ corners, making it safe and comfortable for outdoor beginners, women, and children who are reluctant to use shared toilets or baths. You can spend your time here.
Paying attention to what you eat will lead to a healthy body and a rich mind through food.
Farm Glamping was born out of this passion for food, and offers a variety of food experiences that combine glamping with glamping.We offer vegetable harvesting experiences at the dedicated farm ``Amanohashidate Sukusuku Farm'' and cooking experiences such as making salads and making potato chips and pizza using freshly harvested vegetables.There are also plenty of other hands-on activities that parents and children can enjoy, such as chopping wood and interacting with rabbits.This is a perfect facility for families with children, as you can enjoy glamping that will help educate children about their emotions.
We are also equipped to handle glamping for large groups ranging from 6 to 8 people to 120 people, and can be used for employee training, corporate trips, children's groups, kindergarten events, large parties, social gatherings, etc. It can also be used for meetings.
0km to the sea.In front of Blue Dome Kyoto Amanohashidate, there is a beautiful Komatsuhama Beach where you can take a bath. The facility has good water quality and overlooks the clear blue-green sea, so even during the swimming season there are few people, so you can spend a special time relaxing and listening to the sound of the waves without worrying about people watching. can.This glamping facility is irresistible for sea lovers.
What enlivens the feeling of a beach resort is the 6m diameter light blue dome tent and white gazebo (covered garden) deck.The interior is based on blue, and each of the three rooms is made up of different accessories and objects, allowing you to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a marine resort.All three rooms have ocean views.From the large open windows, you can look out at the sea whenever you like.Each tent site also has its own BBQ corner.The fittings are transparent so as not to spoil the open feel and atmosphere, so you can enjoy BBQ while looking out at the view.
Blue Dome is located right next to the sea, and there are plenty of marine activities available.A 3-minute walk from the beach is the directly managed Marinetopia Marina, which offers activities such as kayak rental services, fishing, and cruising experiences.During the summer, we also offer rental services for SUP (stand up paddle boards), banana boats, and floating rings.
Dog Glamping Kyoto Amanohashidate was opened in response to people who wanted to take a casual trip with their dogs.This is Japan's first glamping facility that only allows dogs and pets.
To enjoy glamping with your dog, we have a dog pit where you can create an impromptu dog run area, a dog cot with a relaxing space for your dog, a hanger line to attach a leash to a belt stretched between trees, and a floating vest and long leash for marine sports. All dog items can be rented for free.One of the attractions is that you can go out with your dog light and empty and enjoy an outdoor resort to the fullest.
A facility with an impressive pop and colorful cottage made using IMAGO-R from BESS, one of Japan's leading log house manufacturers.Created with the concept of creating a "third world" that is different from both your home and your workplace, dog glamping is a photogenic space where you can enjoy an extraordinary experience.Taking photos of your dog will also be a fun part of the fun.
There are 3 buildings in the facility, available in 2-bed and 4-bed types, and can accommodate up to 2 small/medium-sized dogs and 1 large dog.Each cottage has a grassy courtyard and a wooden deck, providing space for your dog to run around freely.You can also take a leisurely walk with your dog at Komatsuhama Beach in front of the facility.
For meals, if you stay on the one-night, half-board plan, each pair will receive one set of meals for your dog, supervised by a pet nutritionist.
GLAMPING VILLAGE HAJIME, one of the largest glamping sites in Japan, will open in August 2020 in Amanohashidate, Kyoto, which is blessed with untouched and rich nature.
While it is an outdoor facility where you can fully enjoy nature, it is also fully equipped with facilities to enjoy a comfortable and luxurious stay, such as a private hot spring, a large pool, and a sky terrace with a self-service bar.It is a facility that conveys the appeal of glamping to a wide range of users, from families with children to groups of women, seniors, and outdoor beginners.
The highlight is the four types of glamping tents with a total of 15 on the premises.The cocoon-shaped ``cocoon tent'', which was first introduced in Japan, has a unique exterior and an elaborate and stylish interior, making it a tent recommended for women and couples who like novelty things.HAJIME's original safari tent allows you to relax in a luxurious space with a canopy bed while being healed by the natural atmosphere of the warmth of wood.With the ``Private Garden Dome,'' which is equipped with a separate fire space in a private garden, you and your family can have a campfire without having to use water, and you can also try out unique outdoor experiences such as building a fire and roasting meat.For those who want to enjoy glamping in style or for a girls' night out, head to the green "Sky Dome" that is lined up on the highest hill of the facility.In front of you is a sky terrace with an inclusive self-bar, where you can enjoy a luxurious time while looking at the night view of Miyazu.
Also on the premises are a central house where you can experience smoking produced by the smoked specialty store "Sukuseiya IBUSHI-", a private hot spring called "HAJIME no Yu" where you can relax and soak in two types of natural hot springs, Kin Onsen and Gin Onsen. There is also an "Activity Park" where you can enjoy seasonal activities.A large pool appears in the activity park in the summer.
The new facility opening this summer in Amanohashidate, Kyoto, is a glamorous facility where you can enjoy the outdoors in elegance, comfort, and luxury.
The recommended menu is the BBQ where you can enjoy fresh ingredients from Kyoto and the Amanohashidate area of Kyoto.In addition to luxurious meats such as Kyoto Wagyu beef and homemade bacon and sausage, you can also enjoy to your heart's content abalone, seasonal local fish, and freshly harvested local vegetables.You can also enjoy Tango's seafood in skillet dishes, which is unique to glamping.
In the fall and winter, you can enjoy wood-fired glamping cuisine, where fresh local ingredients such as Tango's winter delicacy, Ine yellowtail, are grilled with wood or straw over a wood-burning stove.
Amanohashidate, Kyoto, is home to the good old Japanese scenery and untouched nature.This area is perfect for enjoying the outdoors, has good access from the Kansai region, and is home to many unique glamping facilities.We have summarized the reasons why we recommend facilities in Amanohashidate, Kyoto below.
・Kyoto Amanohashidate is approximately 2 hours by car or train from Kyoto, Osaka, or Hyogo.It has good access from the Kansai region, and in addition to Amanohashidate, it also has attractive spots where you can enjoy the original scenery of good old Japan, such as Ine's Funaya and Chirimen Kaido.
・The Kyotango area, where Amanohashidate is located, is truly a treasure trove of food.In addition to crab and yellowtail, which are famous as Tango's winter delicacies, there is a rich variety of seasonal delicacies from the mountains and sea, including red sea bream, abalone, and fresh local vegetables.Strawberry cultivation is also popular, and tricolor strawberry picking, which is held at a glamping facility in Amanohashidate, Kyoto, is a popular activity.
・Amanohashidate, Kyoto, is surrounded by the sea and mountains and has a rich natural environment such as forests and rivers, where you can enjoy activities unique to nature that you cannot do in the city, such as playing in the river, catching insects, and climbing trees.There are also plenty of marine activities such as sea kayaking, fishing, and cruising.
・Starting with the opening of Grandome Kyoto Amanohashidate in 2018, unique glamping facilities have been opened one after another in Amanohashidate, Kyoto.
・Japan's largest glamping facility will open in the summer of 2020, and the Amanohashidate area of Kyoto has become the mecca for glamping in Kansai.
*This column was created based on information as of July 2020, 5.Please check the official website for the latest information on each facility.
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