Opened in August 2020 in Hanno City, Saitama Prefecture, Nolla Naguri is an outdoor facility offering visitors an immersive experience in Scandinavian-inspired leisure and design.
Located near attractions such as Moominvalley Park and Metza Village, the site expanded in April 2021 with the introduction of its glamping area, catering to travelers seeking a comfortable yet nature-connected stay.
The name “Nolla,” meaning “zero” in Finnish, reflects the concept of returning to simplicity and eliminating the stresses of everyday life. The 9,763-square-meter site is divided into four main areas: Central Park, Sauna Club, Glamping Field, and Cafe & Shop YAMASEMI.
Central Park serves as a multifunctional lawn space featuring an outdoor stage, a day-use BBQ area (available from April to December), and a venue for markets and events. The facility’s location offers convenient access—approximately 50 minutes from Ikebukuro Station to Hanno Station, followed by a 40-minute bus ride.
According to Walkerplus, visitors traveling by car have access to both private and shared parking with the adjacent hot spring facility, Sawarabi no Yu.
The Glamping Field, added in 2021, features ten tents arranged around a communal bonfire area. Each 40-square-meter section includes a tent, covered BBQ space, and a hammock, creating a semi-private environment.
Amenities include air conditioning, mini-fridges, air purifiers, and aroma diffusers, with linens, towels, and toiletries provided. Two of the tents are pet-friendly, appealing to travelers accompanied by dogs.
Guests can experience “kokko BBQ,” a Nordic-inspired outdoor dining experience that includes local vegetables, Australian beef, domestic pork, and Scandinavian dishes such as grilli makkala and lake lobster soup in winter. Breakfast follows a similar Nordic theme, featuring soup, salad, omelets, and yogurt.
A notable attraction is the Finnish-style sauna facility, the “Sauna Club.” Equipped with eight private saunas for day visitors and one large tent sauna for glamping guests, it also offers cold baths and outdoor relaxation spaces.
Visitors can try activities such as chopping wood, adjusting the sauna heat, and using Vichta, a traditional Finnish method of stimulating circulation with birch branches. The sauna area also allows guests to choose from eight aromatic oils for a personalized experience.
For those looking to extend their visit, Cafe & Shop YAMASEMI provides local produce, Scandinavian goods, and a café area serving drinks and udon. It also functions as a tourist information center for Naguri, offering bicycle rentals to encourage exploration of the surrounding nature.
For operators in the outdoor hospitality industry, Nolla Naguri represents a growing interest in theme-driven experiential stays that merge comfort, nature, and culture.
The integration of wellness-focused amenities, local food sourcing, and design consistency offers insight into evolving guest expectations and the potential for cross-cultural inspiration in glamping and park development.