The WORST episodes of Laid-Back Camp
Every episode of Laid-Back Camp ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Laid-Back Camp!
Nadeshiko, a high school student who had moved from Shizuoka to Yamanashi, decides to see the famous, 1000 yen-bill-featured Mount Fuji. Even though she manages to bike all the way to Motosu, she's forced to turn back because of worsening weather. Unable to set her eyes on her goal, she faints partway to her destination. When she wakes up, it's night, in a place she's never been before, with no way of knowing how to get home. Nadeshiko is saved when she encounters Rin, a girl who is out camping by herself. This outdoorsy girls story begins with this first encounter between Nadeshiko and Rin.
#1 - True or Embellished? Retrospective Camping
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/16/2024
After Nadeshiko returns from the Oigawa trip, the other Outclub girls recount for her (somewhat dubiously) a spontaneous bus-based camping trip they took while she, Rin, and Ayano were away.
#2 - Exams, Caribou, Steamed Buns, Yum!
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/22/2018
Chiaki shows off a wooden bowl and skillet set to Aoi, which she learns must have the lacquer finish removed in order to place hot food inside and be seasoned, respectively. As they work on this, Ena visits and the three talk about their new substitute teacher and camping after exams. Nadeshiko, Chiaki, and Aoi later visit an outdoor sporting goods store in Minobu, Yamanashi, where Nadeshiko declares her intention to get a job to buy a gas lantern.
#3 - Mini Camping and Yard Camping
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/11/2024
The Outclub girls decide to make a day of camping in Ena's yard to cut Aki's hair and try out their new DIY alcohol stoves. Meanwhile, a new camper takes some smaller trips for herself and starts dreaming big.
#4 - Welcome to the Outdoor Activities Club!
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/11/2018
Nadeshiko pays a visit to her school's Outdoor Activities Circle, consisting of two members; Aoi Inuyama and Chiaki Ohgaki. The girls attempt to put together a cheap tent only for it to break on them. They are helped out by Rin's friend Ena Saitou, who draws Nadeshiko's attention towards the fact Rin also attends her school. Later, as Rin goes on another solo camping trip, Nadeshiko, having been informed by Ena, goes over with some hotpot.
#5 - Meat and Fall Colors and the Mystery Lake
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/8/2018
Rin opens a package to find a mini-grill, which she dreams of using to cook various meats while talking with Ena. Nadeshiko overhears their conversation and suggests a camping trip to try the grill. The two visit a supermarket to buy meat, but are forced to settle for substitutes as their desired items were not available. While there, they meet Aoi, who is working as a cashier, and tell her of their plans. Meanwhile, Chiaki is visiting Lake Shibileko when she encounters a man grilling steak in a skillet, who offers her part of it. Rin and Nadeshiko are driven by the latter's sister to the lake.
#7 - Where Should We Go Next?
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/4/2024
Rin thinks back to how her grandpa got her into camping. Meanwhile, the Outdoor Activities Club gets back together for the first time in a while. They build an alcohol stove and plan their next outing.
#8 - The Outdoor Activities Club and the Solo Camping Girl
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/25/2018
The Outdoor Activities Club plans its first trip, but they do not have the right sleeping bags for the cold weather. Trying to cut costs, the club members try wrapping the summer sleeping bag in foil, bubble wrap, and cardboard, and ultimately decide to each purchase a winter sleeping bag online. Meanwhile, Rin gets her motorcycle license and goes on a solo camping trip in Nagano. On the day of the camping trip, the club members hike through Fuefuki, stopping at a cafe and hot springs resort along the way, and then watching a live stream of Rin.
#9 - Mount Fuji and Relaxed Hot Pot Camp
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/18/2018
While Nadeshiko makes gyoza hotpot for Rin, Chiaki gets a job at a liquor store to fund the club. Enjoying the meal, Rin apologises for being cold towards Nadeshiko when she invited her to join the club and promises to camp again with her some time. After spending the night in her sister's car, Nadeshiko wakes up early to watch the sun rise over Mount Fuji.
#10 - A Night of Navigator Nadeshiko and Hot Spring Steam
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/1/2018
Nadeshiko plans to go camping with Rin, but catches a cold the night before and has to stay at home. As such, Rin decides to go on her own to a campsite at Ina, and attempts to take a detour to get there, but finds out that the road is closed. After meeting some mountain climbers, she lets Nadeshiko and Chiaki decide where she goes next, and visits a temple and a hot spring before eating at a restaurant and oversleeping. Meanwhile, Chiaki visits Nadeshiko at home and cooks houtou for her family.
#11 - Two Camps, Two Campers' Views
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/1/2018
Nadeshiko's group takes a nice relaxing dip in the hot springs, almost succumbing to the urge to eat before they reach their campsite. Meanwhile, Rin arrives at the Takabotchi Highlands and is overcome by a desire to go to a hot spring too, only to discover the nearest one has closed down. Dejected, Rin decides to climb up the peak, where she is rewarded with a lovely view, before finding a spot to cook some pasta. The club finally arrive at their campsite, where Nadeshiko makes curry for everyone. While the others are asleep, Nadeshiko goes to take a picture of the city lights to send to Rin, who goes to the summit of Mt. Takabotchi to send her a similar view in return.
#12 - Chikuwa, Trains, Chiaki's Solo Camping
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/6/2024
Ena takes Chikuwa for a springtime walk in the park, Nadeshiko manages to sneak some trains into her cherry blossom tour with her sister, and Chiaki tries her hand at solo camping with a savory twist.
#13 - Caribou-kun and Lake Yamanaka
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/4/2021
Chiaki, Aoi and Ena buy new camping gear, and they set out to go camping at Lake Yamanaka.
#14 - Touring and Checking Out the Cherry Blossoms
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/30/2024
Rin takes her first solo camp trip in a while, and Nadeshiko takes an impromptu drive with her sister to see the local cherry blossoms while they're in full bloom.
#15 - Clumsy Travelers and Camp Meetings
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/8/2018
Rin oversleeps and is rushing to her campsite when she encounters a roadblock. Upon being told by Chiaki that it may have been left there and never moved, she proceeds and reaches the site, where she struggles to set up due to the windy conditions. Nadeshiko, Chiaki, and Aoi plan their Christmas camping trip and invite Rin, who initially refuses before being convinced by Ena to accept. Toba, the new teacher, is unintentionally lured into becoming the Outdoor Activities Club advisor and is invited to the Christmas camp. Upon hearing Toba mention bringing beer along, Nadeshiko realizes she was the drunk sister from the Lake Shibire trip.
#16 - We're Off! Land of Suspension Bridges
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/18/2024
On their way to meet up with Nadeshiko for a three-girl camping trip, Rin and Ayano bike their way around Ikawa to see the area's impressive array of suspension bridges.
#17 - A Night on the Lake Shore and Campers
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/15/2018
At Lake Shibire, Rin and Nadeshiko set up their tents as the latter worries about the myth of a ghost in the lake, while Rin's mother calls the man who had offered Chiaki the steak, revealing him as Rin's grandfather. Rin struggles to ignite the coals in the mini-grill, so Nadeshiko visits a nearby camp for advice. She meets a pair of siblings consisting of a brother and his drunk sister; the brother offers input and new coal for use. After cooking the meat, the two head back to the siblings' campground to give them plates of food as thanks, receiving jambalaya in return. That evening, Rin leaves her tent and encounters a silhouette of a beastly creature, prompting her to run off. As it turns out, the still-inebriated sister had stumbled upon their campsite.
#18 - Curry Noodles Are the Best Travel Companion
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/7/2021
It’s approaching the end of the year. Rin plans a solo camping trip, while the Outdoors Club members earn cash to buy more gear.
#19 - Campfires and Beef Feasts
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/2/2024
Nadeshiko takes it upon herself to prep the campsite, as well as a few treats. When the other girls finally make it, it's time for a campfire and a camp-worthy feast!
#20 - Cape Ohmama in Winter
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/11/2021
Chiaki, Aoi and Ena arrive at Lake Yamanaka, but they run into some trouble.
#21 - Scenery From Way Back
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 6/13/2024
Chiaki comes to find out that her surprise encounter with Aoi ahead of their cherry blossom camp trip is thanks to a sudden (and speedy) gift. Meanwhile, Rin joins up with Nadeshiko and her sister to take in some nostalgic scenery.
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#22 - Mount Fuji and Curry Noodles
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/4/2018
A girl named Rin Shima comes to a campsite in Motosuko, facing opposite Mount Fuji, to spend the day camping. While setting up a campfire, Rin notices a peculiar girl sleeping by the public restroom, but thinks nothing of it. Later on in the night, Rin once again comes across the girl, Nadeshiko Kagamihara, who had gotten herself lost after just moving to a new house, and shares her curry noodles with her before they both get a clear view of Mount Fuji. After eventually managing to get her sister to pick her up, Nadeshiko leaves Rin with her phone number in the hopes of camping with her once again. A few days later, Nadeshiko begins attending her new school, which Rin also attends.
#23 - April 2nd: Cherry Blossom Camp Trip
Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 6/20/2024
The entire gang finally gets together for their much-awaited cherry blossom camp trip, and there's plenty of good food and good memories to go around!
#24 - Hatanagi Attack! Death Road From Hell
Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/25/2024
Rin and Ayano bike their way up treacherous mountain roads and cross terrifying swinging bridges to make it to the campsite. While she waits for them, Nadeshiko takes in the sights and manages to find a scare of her own...
#25 - What Are You Buying With Your Temp Job Money?
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/28/2021
With winter break over, the girls begin planning their next OutClub outing.