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JaCamp

A live English-language campground directory designed to make outdoor stays in Japan easier to assess and book.

Type
Independent project
Role
Founder and platform builder
Scope
4 areas
Live at
jacamp.com

Engagement

Founder and platform builder

Origin

JaCamp grew out of the rural retreats I host. Parents regularly told me they valued those events because they were naturally kid-friendly and international, while most outdoor opportunities in Japan remained difficult for families and international campers to access.

Build

I built an auditing and database system that assesses outdoor establishments for different groups, operational readiness and digital infrastructure. It turns scattered campground information into structured comparisons rather than relying on language ability or guesswork.

Now

The live directory now contains 3,185 campground records across 15 prefectures, with official reservation links, booking-difficulty notes, amenity details and maps. Visitors can research the directory for free and request paid help when a Japanese booking flow becomes a barrier.

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