Dog-friendly campsite KAL Auto Garden (-DOG friendly-), located in Kumagaya, Saitama, will run a limited-time "Summer Night Camp" plan from July 1 (Wed) to August 31 (Mon), 2026. Designed for guests to check in during the cooler evening hours and enjoy the outdoors with their dogs, the plan features around 100 mist nozzles installed across the grounds — from the reception area all the way through the roughly 600 square-meter tile-chip dog run — creating a drenching mist welcome for everyone from the moment they arrive.
Background: Japan's Hottest City Becomes a Water Play Paradise
Kumagaya, Saitama is widely recognized as one of Japan's hottest cities in summer. The intense heat can be a concern for dog owners who worry about heatstroke in their pets. Rather than simply avoiding the heat, the campsite has turned those scorching summer temperatures into an opportunity for a uniquely refreshing outdoor experience.
Childhood Summer Memories, Recreated
The concept behind this plan draws on the nostalgia of getting completely soaked as a child — playing in the garden hose on a hot summer evening. Check-in is set from 4:00 PM onward to avoid the hottest part of the day. Upon arrival, guests are greeted by an over-the-top mist system that leaves the whole family — dogs included — laughing and drenched.
Three Key Features of the Summer Night Camp
A Schedule Designed Around the Heat
Check-in time has been shifted from the regular 1:00 PM–4:30 PM window to 4:00 PM–6:00 PM, completely sidestepping the worst of the daytime heat. Check-out has also been extended from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM, allowing guests to enjoy a leisurely morning with their dogs.Safe Water Fun Without the Risks of Natural Water
Unlike campsites near rivers or wildlife areas, KAL Auto Garden offers a controlled environment. There are no dangerous wild animals in the surrounding area, and there is no river on-site, eliminating the risk of children or dogs being swept away. The mist system provides an all-out water experience in a safe and fun setting.Just One Hour from Central Tokyo, No Winding Mountain Roads
The campsite is approximately a 15-minute drive from the Higashi-Matsuyama IC on the Kan-etsu Expressway. With no winding mountain roads involved, the trip is comfortable even for dogs prone to car sickness and young children. Central Tokyo is around one hour away.
Plan Details
- Plan Name: [Summer Limited] Summer Night Camp with Your Dog — Over-the-Top Mist & 4:00 PM Check-In / 11:00 AM Check-Out
- Period: July 1 – August 31, 2026
- Price: From ¥2,000 per night (tax included) *Please check the nap-camp reservation page for details
- Eligible Sites: All sites at KAL Auto Garden (regular plans can also be booked alongside this plan)
- Who Can Join: Dog-owning families, couples, families with children, solo campers — all are welcome
- Reservations: Available through the KAL Auto Garden page on nap-camp.com
Facility Overview
- Facility Name: KAL Auto Garden -DOG friendly-
- Location: 2618 Oshikiri, Kumagaya, Saitama
- Access: Approximately 15 minutes by car from the Higashi-Matsuyama IC on the Kan-etsu Expressway
- Official Website: https://www.kal-autogarden.com/
