When families go camping or enjoying the outdoors, many people think, ``I want to play as much as I can with my kids in nature!'' or ``Maybe it would be nice to play games in a tent at night!''However, you may be wondering what kind of toys and games you should bring with you to a campsite.Therefore, in this article, we will introduce play equipment and games that can be enjoyed while camping and outdoors, as well as 5 recommended glamping facilities where you can enjoy outdoor play and games without bringing anything.
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Many campgrounds and outdoor facilities are located on vast grounds, so many people think, ``I want to move my body in nature and have fun together!''When camping with children, while the adults are busy setting up the tent and preparing the barbecue, the children may have too much time on their hands, so you may want to bring some play equipment to keep the children from getting bored. There may be some people.You may want to bring toys and games as an option to have fun at the campsite.
However, when you try to play catch with a catch ball or a soccer ball in an outdoor setting such as a campsite, the ball may end up flying to other people or occupying a large area of the property. .You must play with care so as not to disturb others who are enjoying the camp.
At a campsite or in an outdoor environment, we recommend choosing play equipment and games based on various points such as ``does not disturb others'' and ``can be played in a small space.''Therefore, we have carefully selected recommended play equipment and games that can be used safely even in outdoor situations.We have selected play equipment to be used outdoors and games that can be enjoyed by everyone inside the tent, so please refer to this when you are not sure what to bring.
Molukku is an outdoor version of bowling.The rules are: Throw a stick to knock down numbered pins, and the person with exactly 50 points in total wins.It's easier to throw and knock down than bowling, so it's a toy that can be enjoyed by a wide range of ages, from small children to adults.
Ogo stick is a toy developed by an American sports manufacturer.This item allows you to enjoy a new sensation of playing catch.Each player holds a horn-shaped stick in their hand, hooks a ball woven from linen onto it, and throws it to their opponent.Catch the thrown ball by hooking it with your stick.It takes up less space than playing catch with a ball and glove, so you can safely use it at a campsite.It's easy to handle, so even small children can play with it.
This is a disc and ball set developed by the same brand as Ogo Stick.In addition to throwing the disc as a Frisbee, you can also use it as a racket to play badminton.
This is an item that you can play with by filling a balloon with water.You can enjoy the feel of the balloons filled with water, or throw them at each other. The ease of purchasing it at 100 yen shops is also appealing.Please be sure to follow good manners when playing, such as checking to make sure no one is around when throwing water balloons, and taking any trash home with you after the water balloons pop.
Card games are recommended when you want to play inside a tent at night, or when it's raining and you can't play outside.Board games are difficult to carry and store, but card games are often small in size, so it's easy to bring them to camping sites and other outdoor settings.In addition to the standard playing cards and UNO, there are a variety of other card games, so we recommend checking out rankings on e-commerce sites such as Amazon and Rakuten Market to find products you'd like to play while camping.
Play equipment and games need to be brought to the campsite, so it is important to choose items that are as compact as possible, and items that do not cause a nuisance to other guests.However, there are many people who think, ``I want to bring a variety of play equipment with me'' and ``If possible, I want to play to the fullest without worrying about those around me.''If you want to fully enjoy playing outside and playing games in nature, we recommend glamping.
Glamping facilities allow you to stay on vast grounds while maintaining sufficient distance from other guests.You can also play in a large space in a private space.In addition to bringing your own toys and games, we also recommend trying out the various outdoor activities offered at the facility.
Furthermore, some glamping facilities offer rental services for outdoor play equipment, board games, and card games, and some also have play equipment and spaces where children can play.Some facilities related to glamping and surrounding facilities offer activities where you can enjoy nature such as the ocean, mountains, rivers, and lakes.You can enjoy your play time to the fullest.
Next, we will introduce five recommended glamping facilities where you can enjoy fun and games to the fullest.Please use this information when choosing a place to stay for a group trip or family trip where you want to enjoy playing outside and playing games.
This glamping facility is conveniently located 60 minutes from Hiroshima City and Fukuyama City and 20 minutes from Hiroshima Airport.All rooms are equipped with a private garden, so it is also recommended if you want to enjoy physical activities such as playing ball with your children in a private space.Dog-friendly dome tents allow you to let your dog play in the private garden.
There are plenty of activities such as a bonfire experience using the fire pit installed in each building and a snack making experience.In addition to rental services such as board games and astronomical telescopes, there is also a table tennis table in the administration building, which you can use freely.After playing on the table tennis table, there are many ways to spend your time other than playing, such as refreshing yourself in the barrel sauna that can be reserved for private use, or using the transparent dome FREE BAR that offers free beer and highballs. can.
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[Grand Entrance Hiroshima Mihara]
Address: 2046-2 Kuramune, Yamato-cho, Mihara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Email/glampentrance@setouchi-shimanami.com
Business hours/Check-in from 15:00 to Check-out until 10:00 the next day
Access/[Train] 25 minutes by car from Kawachi Station on the JR Sanyo Main Line
25 minutes by car from Hiroshima Airport
[Car] Approximately 60 minutes from Hiroshima city: Approximately 25 minutes from Kawachi IC on the Sanyo Expressway
Approximately 60 minutes from Fukuyama city: Approximately 25 minutes from Sanyo Expressway Mihara Kui IC
Parking/Available
URL/https://www.resort-glamping.com/accommodation/glm-mihara/
This is a glamping facility located in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, with the concept of ``a friendly accommodation for families with children.''There are two accommodation plans available: staying at the wooden toy building in the main building, and glamping where you can rent a gel building with a view of the sky.The wooden toy museum is always stocked with over 80 board games and toys from Germany and other countries around the world.You can play with various toys with small children, or play board games with friends, family, or couples right up until bedtime.
When renting a ger building, we offer a service where the staff will look after your child for 60 minutes during meals.Couples can also enjoy a relaxing meal without having to drink water.With either accommodation plan, you can enjoy a bonfire meal at the edge of a private hearth.Dinner starts with chopping wood and starting a bonfire, so the key point is that you can enjoy a dinner full of the outdoor feel.There are also plenty of food-related activities such as sausage making, soba noodle making, pizza making, and smoking experiences.
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[Matsumoto Satoyama Doors, a toy museum where you can stay]
Address: 847-5 Okada Shimookada, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture
TEL/0263-87-3943
Business hours/Check-in from 14:00 to Check-out until 10:00 the next day
Access/[Bus] Take the 41 (Okada Line) from Matsumoto Station Oshiro Exit and get off at “Okada Higashi Ward” 20 minutes walk
[Car] Approximately 20 minutes from Matsumoto Interchange
From Tokyo: Approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes via Chuo Expressway
From Nagoya: Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes via Chuo Expressway
From Osaka: Approximately 4 hours and 40 minutes via Meishin Expressway/Chuo Expressway
Parking/Available
URL/https://www.resort-glamping.com/accommodation/satoyama-door/
Only one building on a vast site. This is a glamping facility with the concept of ``a place where adults can be children as well.''The private garden, which can be used during your stay, is equipped with play equipment such as slides.Adults can also enjoy returning to their childhood by running around in the great outdoors and playing with the play equipment.The room has 1 bedrooms and a loft with futons provided, so it can accommodate up to 2 people.This accommodation is perfect for group trips and three-generation trips.
The meal plan includes a glamping BBQ using local ingredients from Isumi City, such as white fish from Ohara fishing port, as well as a ``Visiting Chef's Omakase Course'' and a ``Luxurious Seafood Funamori, Meat, Vegetable & BBQ Course.'' Prepared.It is also attractive that you can choose according to your stay style, budget, and preferences.
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[Isumi Neverland]
Address: 3562-27 Ebacho, Misakicho, Isumi City, Chiba Prefecture
TEL/0470-64-6173
Business hours/Check-in 15:00-17:00 Check-out 8:00-10:00 the next day
Access/[Train] About 1 hours from Tokyo Station
JR Tokyo Station (Limited Express Wakashio) - Kazusa Ichinomiya Station
JR Kazusa Ichinomiya Station - Chojamachi Station
About 6 minutes by car
(Pick-up available from Kazusa-Ichinomiya Station. Please inquire at time of reservation)
[Car] About 1 hour from Tokyo
Approximately 20 minutes from Kujukuri Toll Road Ichinomiya IC
Parking/Available
URL/https://www.resort-glamping.com/accommodation/neverland/
This is a glamping facility located in Shimada City, located almost in the center of Shizuoka Prefecture.This unique facility was created by completely renovating an abandoned school, and there are 5 rooms in 21 types, each unique to suit the number of guests and style of stay.In the transparent dome at the center of the facility, a NIGHT BAR will be held from 17:21pm to XNUMXpm, where you can purchase alcohol and soft drinks for yourself.
There are plenty of activities that take advantage of the school building, with facilities such as a pool that can be used as a night pool, a gymnasium where you can play basketball and dodgeball, and a playroom with billiards, table tennis, and darts.In the home economics room, you can enjoy cooking lessons where you can make snacks such as popcorn and try your hand at making tea.You can immerse yourself in play and activities in an atmosphere that makes you feel like you are in school life.
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[Glamping & Port Yu]
Address: 564 Yubi, Shimada City, Shizuoka Prefecture
TEL/0120-976-979
Business hours/Check-in 15:00-18:00 Check-out 8:00-11:00 the next day
Access/[Train] Approximately 15 minutes by taxi from JR Tokaido Main Line "Shimada Station"
[Car] Approximately 40 minutes from Shizuoka City
Approximately 15 minutes from the Shin-Tomei Expressway "Shimada Kanaya IC" towards Tokyo, Yokohama, and Nagoya
[Airplane] Approximately 10 minutes by taxi from Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport
Parking/Available
URL/https://www.resort-glamping.com/accommodation/glamping-portyui/
This is a glamping facility located in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, where you can spend your time looking out at the majestic Lake Biwa.You can choose a room that suits your stay style, from glamping tents with unique interiors such as hammocks and eternal stoves to luxury cottages with private pools.All rooms are equipped with in-room natural hot springs, and the deck space is equipped with a shared barrel sauna where you can work up a sweat with a view of Lake Biwa.This facility is perfect for relaxing and rejuvenating your daily fatigue in an extraordinary space.
There are many inclusive activities that are included in the accommodation fee.We offer water activities such as SUP, kayaking, and water bicycles that you can experience on Lake Biwa, food activities such as a spice lab and a simple smoking experience, and astronomical observation that can only be done in the middle of nature.
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[Lakeside Terrace Biwako]
Address: 1533 Katsuno, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture
TEL/050-3198-5847
Business hours/Check-in 15:00~ Check-out Glamping type 10:00 the next day Cottage type 11:00 the next day
Access/[Train] Approximately 90 minutes from JR Osaka Station
Approximately 15 minutes walk from JR Omi-Takashima Station
[Car] Approximately 90 minutes from Osaka city
Via Hanshin Expressway No. 12 Moriguchi Line and Meishin Expressway/Nishinomiya Line.60 minutes from Kyoto Higashi IC
Parking/Available
URL/https://www.resort-glamping.com/accommodation/biwako_lakesideterrace/
*This column was created based on information as of April 2023, 6.Please check the official website for the latest information on each facility and each prefecture campaign.
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