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Napp Award 2025 Results Announced

On January 28, 2026, R.project, based in Kyonan, Chiba, revealed the results of the Napp Award 2025 during the 9th Outdoor Innovation Summit. This award showcases the best campsites from a pool of over 2,400 sites available for booking through their platform, Napp. Each year since 2016, the award has recognized the top campsites in Japan based on reservation numbers, customer reviews, and website traffic.

A Decade of Excellence

This year, marking the 10th event, the Napp Award features a significant milestone with the honorary induction of the Mutsu Yasaki Beach Auto Campground from Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, into the Hall of Fame. This campsite has won in the reservation category for three consecutive years, firmly establishing its reputation as a premier destination for campers.

Top Campsites in Napp Award 2025

Reservation Category Winners

• - Eastern Japan: Kenny's Family Village Auto Campground (Hanno City, Saitama)

Positioned ideally in a serene mountain valley, just an hour from the city, this campground caters to novices and experienced campers alike, offering day camps and bungalow accommodations. With a dedicated instructor on-site, it has gained popularity among families, couples, and solo adventurers.
Explore Kenny's Family Village

• - Western Japan: Mutsu Yasaki Beach Auto Campground (Takashima City, Shiga)

Nestled along the shores of Lake Biwa, this expansive campground provides a stunning backdrop, distinguishing it as a leading camping destination in the Kansai region. This year, it achieved the honor of being inducted into the Hall of Fame with three consecutive wins in the reservation category.
Explore Mutsu Yasaki Beach

Customer Review Category Winners

• - Eastern Japan: Nagatoro Auto Campground (Chichibu, Saitama)

A family-oriented campground set by the Arakawa River, it features diverse campsites, bungalows, and glamping options. Highlights include unique amenities designed for women and children, such as powder rooms and nursing rooms, contributing to its growing acclaim. After achieving Hall of Fame status for access last year, it celebrates its first win in customer reviews this year.
Explore Nagatoro

• - Western Japan: Biwa Marine Sports Auto Campground (Takashima City, Shiga)

Positioned beside the serene Omi Shirahama swimming beach, this campground offers ample marine activities including swimming, fishing, and water sports. Its facilities, including cooking areas, baths, and BBQ amenities, make it an ideal spot for family and group camping, earning its first award recognition this year.
Explore Biwa Marine Sports

Access Category Winners

• - Eastern Japan: Auto Resort Tomakomai Alten (Tomakomai City, Hokkaido)

Known for its large-scale infrastructure with over 200 campsites, this resort offers a variety of leisure activities, from canoeing to hot springs, and has consistently been recognized for its accessibility, winning this year following previous awards in reservation categories.
Explore Auto Resort Tomakomai

• - Western Japan: Tanba Sasayama Campground Yamamori Circuit (Sasayama, Hyogo)

This family-friendly campground, set in the countryside of Tanba Sasayama, features grassy sites, pet-friendly options, and various auto sites, perfect for easy outdoor experiences. The diverse activities available, including pedal go-karts and wooden playgrounds, have made it a popular destination, earning its first-time award this year.
Explore Tanba Sasayama

Trends and Insights

The 2025 rankings indicate an increased recognition of campsites catering to diverse user groups, comfort in seasonal use, and local charm in their services. Notably, the trends highlight the rise of solo duos and groups, along with a push towards operational efficiency via smart check-in systems. Additionally, safety measures in response to increased bear sightings and heatwave precautions have gained importance this year.

As Napp continues to evolve, it commits to providing helpful services tailored to both campsite operators and campers, ensuring diverse and high-quality camping experiences for all.

Hall of Fame Campgrounds

Reservation Category

• - Eastern Japan: Shimizu Park Campground (Noda City, Chiba) - Hall of Fame since 2018
• - Western Japan: Kinari no Sato Campground (Yoshino, Nara) - Hall of Fame since 2020
• - Western Japan: Mutsu Yasaki Beach Auto Campground - Hall of Fame since 2025
• - Eastern Japan: THE FARM (Katori, Chiba) - Hall of Fame since 2021
• - Eastern Japan: Nagatoro Auto Campground - Hall of Fame since 2021

For more information, visit Napp's official website.

Note: Current statistics indicate about 5,800 campsites listed, visited by approximately 24 million users annually.