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Laid-Back Camp is much like a warm cup of hot chocolate after a stressful winter day. And, because it is mostly family friendly, I watched this with my kid brother as well. This show is different because, as it says in the name, it's a rather relaxing viewing experience. There's no drama, no tension and no strings attached. Just some high-school girls who share a love for camping and the outdoors.

It doesn't stray too far from its namesake either; each episode mostly consists of them camping or doing anything outdoorsy. You get to learn a few new things as well, whether it's about different types of tents or how to prepare a new skillet. And, of course, we have a manly narrator to run us through these lessons.

The characters are very dynamic and offer some sort of light-hearted comedy to the show, especially our pink-haired Nadeshiko. It certainly isn't laugh-out-loud comedy, but it doesn't fail in cracking a smile. The food looks amazing and, as Shimarin says, they make it all look very good, whether by the food design or the eating experience. It's all very mouthwatering, so I wouldn't recommend watching this on an empty stomach...

The landscapes are also appetising eye candy and are very picturesque. I'm a sucker for beautifully-drawn landscapes, and Laid-Back Camp is no exception. I said 'woooah' countless times, and you probably will too.

This anime was nice to just wind down and chill, especially because I'd been watching rather deep-cut shows beforehand. It's enjoyed perfectly at night, while being swaddled in blankets and accompanied with a nice warm drink. Trust me, you'll feel right at home.

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How it compares to real life

Now, I'd considered watching Laid-Back Camp because I would be camping a few days later, to my dismay. I'd always had a particular disliking to the idea of going camping outdoors, because, to put it simply, I'm an urban boy. Things become a lot more uncomfortable and inconvenient, plus you have to deal with freezing temperatures and having your foot in a rainy grave. To be honest, I had to go through both on my trip.

This anime makes camping seem a lot more comfortable and cosy that it usually is. In fact, every anime makes anything somewhat more tantalising than its realistic counterpart. There's usually a lot more blood, sweat and tears involved. However, when you take out the realistic side of things, Laid-Back Camp does perfectly at capturing the wonders of camping outside. One main example were campfires. They made it look very comfortable, and you probably felt that way. Aside from my initial scares of the many campfires I'd seen break out for others, the campfire experience for me was just how it felt in the anime: warm, comforting and relaxing. It left me smiling just as wide as Nadeshiko's. Whether it's the anime or the actual camping experience, I hope it does the same for you!