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A new RV park, Shimogamo Onsen Camping Ground Bonne Journée, has opened in Kamo District, Shizuoka Prefecture. The facility combines camping with access to hot springs. It is designed for motorhome and camper van travelers seeking to blend outdoor recreation with traditional Japanese bathing.
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A new RV park, Shimogamo Onsen Camping Ground Bonne Journée, has opened in Kamo District, Shizuoka Prefecture. The facility combines camping with acce...
A new RV park, Shimogamo Onsen Camping Ground Bonne Journée, has opened in Kamo District, Shizuoka Prefecture. The facility combines camping with access to hot springs. It is designed for motorhome and camper van travelers seeking to blend outdoor recreation with traditional Japanese bathing.
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