It's so warm.
I know.
I didn't think we could buy all this in the fall.
Right?
Does this look okay, Inuyama-san?
Yeah, looks good.
Here, one cocoa for Shimarin.
Thanks.
Want some, Nadeshiko?
I'll enjoy the fire some more first.
Saitou-san, you'll burn your marshmallow if you get it too close to the fire.
What? Really?
This is harder than it looks, huh?
The trick is to cook it slowly from a distance.
I can't wait that long, though.
I know what you mean.
Let's take a group picture!
It's hidden behind the clouds today.
Saturday, November 4th
It's already 2:00.
What's up with her?
She's bound to catch a cold.
I'd like to stay for a night, please.
Of course. Please write your name and contact info here.
Shima Rin
Your checkout time is 10:00 AM tomorrow.
Feel free to use whatever is in the forest for firewood.
Okay.
Is that girl here to camp at this time of year?
Oh, Itou-san.
That girl shows up a lot around this time of year.
Huh...
She's tough for such a tiny kid.
I've got the place to myself.
Off-season is the best.
I'll set up here.
There.
Episode 1 Mount Fuji and Curry Noodles
So warm...
I think I can do without a campfire today.
They're a pain, anyway.
Current Temperature
The Mystery of Ancient Civilization X
This isn't working so well.
I don't want a campfire, though...
They're a pain to start, and they get so smoky...
And the sparks put holes in your clothes.
First, before I start collecting firewood...
There.
The pine cone.
Pine Cone
Hello!
Hello
Pine cones are excellent natural fire starters.
They'll ignite with a single match.
The ones that are open are well-dried, and will burn nicely.
That one.
This one's damp.
Here's one.
Another one.
Done.
I got too many, but whatever.
Next, firewood.
Try to find the driest pieces you can.
If they're too damp, they may not catch fire,
or they may pop.
If you're buying it, we recommend buying from firewood shops.
One bundle costs 300 to 500 yen.
But some generous campsites allow you to collect firewood for free
once you pay their camping fee.
There.
I got too much again, but whatever.
I'll turn you all into rust on my blade.
Bathroom.
She moved a little.
Oh, well.
To start a fire, first ignite the kindling.
Hot!
H o t
Start stacking thinner twigs first.
Gradually work up to thicker sticks
while leaving space between them for air flow.
When fanning the flame, do so gently.
I know my face is going to dry out.
I know I'm going to smell like smoke.
But nothing beats this warmth.
I can't believe that girl can sleep in a place like that.
I'd die from the cold.
Rin.
Yeah?
Where'd you go today?
Motosuko, huh?
Mount Fuji's wearing a hat.
It happens.
I hope it clears up.
Yeah.
Don't catch a cold
Sakura, where did that girl go?
When the heck is she coming home?
I guess I should get my lantern out now.
I drank too much soup.
Bathroom.
She's gone.
Of course she'd go home by now.
Wait for me!
So you just moved here to Yamanashi today?
Yeah.
And you came by bike to see Mount Fuji,
but you got tired, fell asleep, and missed it.
Yeah.
And when you woke up, it was pitch black.
It's downhill that way.
You can get to the bottom quickly.
No way!
That's way too scary!
Why don't you call home and ask them to pick you up?
Oh, yeah.
My smartphone, smartphone...
I just bought a new smartphone, smartphone, smartphone, smartphone...
Smartphone!
52-Card Deck 430 Yen (Tax Included)
Gurrrgle
Want some ramen?
I can have that?
For 1,500 yen.
I-I'll give it to you in fifteen payments...
I'm kidding.
Aren't you going to boil it over there?
The campfire would turn my pot black with soot.
Huh...
I wouldn't have thought of that. You're like a pro!
At what?
You can use my smartphone.
Tell me your home phone number.
I just moved, so I don't know it!
Then what about your own cell phone number?
I don't remember!
Gurrrgle
It's boiling! It's boiling!
No surprise you'd catch a cold.
Thanks!
It's so warm.
Now that I think about it, I've only ever camped solo.
I wonder if this is what it's like to camp with other people.
Here you go.
Thanks!
Curry noodles, curry noodles!
I'll just dig right in!
She sure makes it look tasty...
I burned the inside of my mouth.
Why does she seem happy about that?
I wonder if this girl's camping by herself.
She's even smaller than I am.
She must be younger than me, right?
Is she in elementary school?
She's so amazing. And so tiny!
Hey, where did you come from?
Me?
From way at the bottom.
A place called Nanbucho.
Nanbucho?
I can't believe you came all the way here on your bike.
My sister told me that the view of Mount Fuji from Motosuko is on the 1,000 yen bill.
So I came all the way up the hill to see it,
but it's so cloudy, you can't see a thing!
Hey, hear me out!
You can't see it? You mean that?
That.
What?
I can see it...
Mount Fuji.
Actually, I do know my sister's phone number.
I'm so, so sorry
about my idiot of a kid sister.
Please take this for your trouble.
No, it's not a big deal.
It's not a "mobile phone" if it doesn't go with you!
Get in the car, you little pig!
Ow! Ow, ow, ow!
Stop! My curry noodles are coming up!
Ow!
Goodnight!
Don't catch a cold.
Goodnight.
My ramen transformed into kiwis.
She was pretty weird.
Guess I'll go back and listen to the radio...
Wait up!
Here you go.
My phone number.
I asked my sister for it.
Thanks for the curry noodles!
Let's go on a proper camping trip next time.
See you!
Kagamihara Nadeshiko
What a weirdo.
I guess I'll add her, though.
You have school in two days, don't you?
Quit messing around and get ready.
I'll be fine.
Hey, Onee-chan, do we have camping supplies at home?
I think I've seen a big tent there.
Really?
I want to come see Mount Fuji at night again.
By the way, I've been meaning to say...
You smell like smoke.
Oh-ho?
I'm heading out!
So the other day, we set up camp, and...
I saw it!
Morning, Rin.
Morning.
Pretty cold, huh?
I'll do your hair for you later.
Don't.
Is my shoe locker...
that way?
Room Camp
Room Camp!
We want to go camping!
And that's why we started the outdoor activities club in April...
But it's already November.
Winter camping just doesn't take off.
Well, it is cold.
I think the cold raises the entry barrier.
Cold Weather Sleeping Bags
Compact Heaters
In that case...
I bet a heated tent would really sell.
Oh, that sounds good.
Equipped with a 1,200-watt halogen tube heater!
Rigid, self-framing construction for vastly improved durability and habitability!
A sturdy roof to keep you safe even in a hail storm!
Plus a handy remote to control the temperature!
That's a kotatsu!
Next Episode:
Welcome to the Outdoor Activities Club!
When camping...
It gets cold during the winter. Stay warm and be well-prepared!
Always mind the campsite and facility rules. Don't forget to take care of fires and your trash!
Outdoor Activities Club