I Looked Into Glamping Resort Varie

On this blog, I've been gradually researching and recording not just campgrounds, but also facilities for those days when I think 'let's skip camping and go for a hotel-cation instead.' Since I don't drive, I have a feeling this kind of detour information will actually come in handy later, so I've been putting it together.

This time I looked into Glamping Resort Varie, located in Fujikawaguchiko Town, Yamanashi Prefecture. The photos of rows of dome tents caught my eye, and after seeing some info suggesting it's themed around bonfires, I got curious and started digging in.

What Kind of Place Is Glamping Resort Varie?

This is a glamping facility located in the Funatsu area of Fujikawaguchiko Town, apparently operated by a company called Valiente Barco Co., Ltd. The same company also seems to run properties like Ryuo Village in Nagano and Hotel Varie in Akihabara, so it appears to be one facility within a group that operates several lodging properties.

The rooms consist of a total of 6 dome tents, 6 meters in diameter: one 'Premium Suite' that sleeps 2, three 'Voyage Quad' units that sleep 4, and two 'Japandi Rooms' that sleep 7. There seem to be two plan types: a 'room-only plan' with no meals provided, and a 'plan to fully enjoy nature with BBQ,' which includes a BBQ meat platter supervised by a local butcher. I couldn't find anything like a clear price list on the official site for specific accommodation rates, and reservations appear to go through an external booking system, so I'll avoid stating any definite prices in this article.

Check-in is apparently from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with check-out by 10:00 AM. It looks like a 100% cancellation fee kicks in starting the day before, so if your plans might change, it seems safer to act early. As for access, it's apparently about a 10-minute drive from the Kawaguchiko IC on the Chuo Expressway, or about a 10-minute taxi ride from Kawaguchiko Station if you're coming by train. A reservation-based shuttle service was mentioned for train travelers, but I couldn't find any mention of a return shuttle, so I wasn't able to confirm that part.

Checking Out the Facilities That Caught My Eye as an Indoor Type

As someone who considers myself an indoor type, I can't help but pay close attention to the facilities. From what I found, every unit comes equipped with a fridge-freezer, microwave, cold-climate-rated air conditioning/heating, Wi-Fi, a Plasmacluster air purifier, and even USB PD-compatible outlets, giving an impression of comfort closer to a hotel than a campsite. The Wi-Fi speed is apparently listed at around 100Mbps, so it seems like it should handle light work tasks without issue. Apparently there are deliberately no TVs, with the explanation being that it's 'so guests can enjoy time around the bonfire and conversation.' The Premium Suite reportedly comes with a desk and a work chair as well, so it might be designed with workation users in mind too.

• Bath/toilet: Not available in individual rooms — guests apparently use shared shower and toilet facilities (4 booths each). There doesn't seem to be a bathtub, hot spring, or sauna.
• BBQ grill: Low-smoke grills are available for rental, with listed prices of 2,500 yen for tabletop size, 4,000 yen for medium, and 5,000 yen for large.
• Fireworks: Only handheld sparklers are allowed; aerial fireworks and firecrackers are apparently prohibited.
• Nightwear: Not provided, so it seems you'll need to bring your own.
• Pets: Explicitly stated as not allowed.

Fire pit and stove rentals are also available, and there was mention that staff will help out first-timers. However, the official site doesn't list specific rental prices, so I wasn't able to confirm that detail.

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The concept of bonfires instead of TV might actually suit my taste. That said, as an indoor type, the shared showers were the one point that gave me pause.

Rakuten Mobile Signal Conditions

When I checked the facility's location using the official 'My Area Connectivity Simulation' tool, the overall rating came back as 'C.' I'll share this as-is, since it's the kind of thing worth checking before you go.

The facility has Wi-Fi fully installed in every unit, with speeds of around 100Mbps, so it seems like you can rely mainly on Wi-Fi for connectivity indoors. On the other hand, if you're depending on your phone's signal while traveling or around the grounds, it might be reassuring to check in advance.

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Honestly, that 'C' rating is a bit concerning. Even though there's in-house Wi-Fi, anyone relying on mobile signal would probably do well to check in advance.

If this concerns you, it might be reassuring to enter the actual address of your planned stay into the official Rakuten Mobile tool to check for yourself.

Wrapping Up

To sum up, my overall impression of Glamping Resort Varie was that it's a glamping facility that seems easy for indoor types to enjoy too, with every dome tent equipped with air conditioning/heating, air purifiers, and a comfortable power setup. The concept of deliberately skipping TVs to prioritize bonfire and conversation time also caught my interest as a place to visit when seeking a break from everyday life.

On the other hand, since the Rakuten Mobile signal came back as a 'C' rating, it seems worth checking in advance if connectivity is a priority for you. Also, since I couldn't find clear information on the official site about specific accommodation prices or return shuttle service, it seems reassuring to check directly through an inquiry form or similar before booking.

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