We had talked about going camping for the holiday weekend, but the weather just isn't ideal for camping. Yesterday it rained quite a bit, but today was a rather nice day. We decided to pack a lunch and head out to Yasaka Camping Village for a picnic and to let the kids frolic around the water. We really enjoyed it and are considering camping here when we do go camping.
It was really a nice scenic ride to get there. When we arrived, there was a 500 Yen parking fee and a 500 Yen fee to eat at the picnic table. With the current exchange rate, that is over $10 combined. Rather pricey, but still very nice. They told us what table to eat at even. We stopped at You Me Town (sort of like a Japanese Super Walmart...there is a full grocery store plus a nice department store where you in addition to several restaurants) and added sushi and chicken on a stick from the grocery store to our sandwiches and chips for the picnic. Charlie took a picture of the sushi.
After eating, we went down to the water where the kids attempted to skip rocks and enjoy the water. It was at this time that we glanced back up and saw a massive black crow sitting on our picnic table, going to town on the chicken on a stick package. I had closed the plastic container and all other foods but had left it sitting on the table. Anyway, I ran him off and noticed he had pierced the plastic and scattered the leftover chicken. I packed it all away quickly and we had to put the bag back in the car because they were not giving up. You might recall the story I shared about one of Charlie's bike rides when they stopped at a 7-11 for a sandwich and a black crow came swooping down to take it from his hand. Yikes!
We then moved up a little and let the kids play at the stream. They loved it and were able to take off their shoes to really enjoy the experience. Zach seemed a little hesitant at first to enter the water, but really got into it in no time.
After we finished up, we drove around the area. This is a picture of the houses right up from the campsite. This is about as rural as we've seen out here. It was beautiful.
This house had rice paddies all around it. The Japanese are very efficient and maximize space.
This was returning from the seeing the houses above. The campsite was on the other side of the water from where we picnicked. This is a shot from the campsite looking at where we ate.
Just up the road from Yasaka Camping Village is Three Peaks, which is popular hiking area. Just before you begin up a trail, there are several signs including this one that warns you of bears. Good to know!
This is the picture of Three Peaks. Charlie and I are planning to hike this, but will have to find a sitter for Zach and Clara.
As we were leaving, I spotted this really neat display and Charlie did a quick u-turn so we could take pictures. It isn't very often you see rocks in Japanese attire.
We really enjoyed it and I'm sure we'll go back. We are still considering other camping sites.
It was really a nice scenic ride to get there. When we arrived, there was a 500 Yen parking fee and a 500 Yen fee to eat at the picnic table. With the current exchange rate, that is over $10 combined. Rather pricey, but still very nice. They told us what table to eat at even. We stopped at You Me Town (sort of like a Japanese Super Walmart...there is a full grocery store plus a nice department store where you in addition to several restaurants) and added sushi and chicken on a stick from the grocery store to our sandwiches and chips for the picnic. Charlie took a picture of the sushi.
After eating, we went down to the water where the kids attempted to skip rocks and enjoy the water. It was at this time that we glanced back up and saw a massive black crow sitting on our picnic table, going to town on the chicken on a stick package. I had closed the plastic container and all other foods but had left it sitting on the table. Anyway, I ran him off and noticed he had pierced the plastic and scattered the leftover chicken. I packed it all away quickly and we had to put the bag back in the car because they were not giving up. You might recall the story I shared about one of Charlie's bike rides when they stopped at a 7-11 for a sandwich and a black crow came swooping down to take it from his hand. Yikes! 
We then moved up a little and let the kids play at the stream. They loved it and were able to take off their shoes to really enjoy the experience. Zach seemed a little hesitant at first to enter the water, but really got into it in no time.
After we finished up, we drove around the area. This is a picture of the houses right up from the campsite. This is about as rural as we've seen out here. It was beautiful.
This house had rice paddies all around it. The Japanese are very efficient and maximize space. 
This was returning from the seeing the houses above. The campsite was on the other side of the water from where we picnicked. This is a shot from the campsite looking at where we ate.
Just up the road from Yasaka Camping Village is Three Peaks, which is popular hiking area. Just before you begin up a trail, there are several signs including this one that warns you of bears. Good to know!
This is the picture of Three Peaks. Charlie and I are planning to hike this, but will have to find a sitter for Zach and Clara. 
As we were leaving, I spotted this really neat display and Charlie did a quick u-turn so we could take pictures. It isn't very often you see rocks in Japanese attire.
We really enjoyed it and I'm sure we'll go back. We are still considering other camping sites.
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That is so VERY COOL!!!....well, except the massive crow! LOL
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