Code Quest Gunma – Robotics Camp

Japan’s Only Robotics Camp in the Great Outdoors. Beginners Welcome!

Give your child an unforgettable week of hands-on robotics learning in the beautiful Japanese countryside with Code Quest! In partnership with Nishimachi International School, Tokyo Coding Club invites kids ages 6-12 to this one-of-a-kind robotics camp blending hands-on tech learning with amazing outdoor adventures and traditional camp activities in the breathtaking landscapes of rural Japan. 

This year’s Code Quest Gunma – Robotics Camp delivers a fully immersive tech experience. Every student (regardless of prior experience) will design, build, and program their own robot, developing essential hardware and software skills for the engineers of tomorrow. Plus, campers enjoy daily excursions and outdoor activities around the foothills of Mt. Akagi, Gunma – all in English

Join us for this 5-day, 4-night sleepaway camp with convenient pickup and dropoff from Central Tokyo. Your child will make new friends, explore rural Japan, develop real robotics skills, and enjoy summer camp classics.

Code Quest Robotics Camp Overview

  • Dates: Monday, July 20 – Friday, July 24
  • Ages: Open to campers ages 6-12 of all skill levels
  • Location: Mt. Akagi, Gunma (Pickup and Dropoff in Central Tokyo)
  • Lessons: 15+ hours of robotics lessons
  • Excursions: Daily outdoor activities and cultural excursions
  • Staff: Led entirely by our English-speaking tech camp counselors
  • Price: 169,000 JPY (+ tax) for all 5-days
    • All-inclusive! We provide meals, equipment, transportation, tickets, lessons, and more.

Code Quest is always evolving, and Summer 2026 brings our biggest upgrades yet. We’ve completely updated the entire camp experience each and every week. Code Quest Gunma – Robotics Camp features:

  • Team Robotics Projects
  • Hardware & Software Lessons 
  • New Activities & Excursions

Highlights Include:

Team Robotics Projects – Throughout the week, campers will work together on hands-on robotics challenges in teams, combining their own unique ideas and skills to design, build, and improve their creations. Collaboration is at the heart of the experience as campers learn to think like real engineers!

Hardware & Software Lessons – Campers will develop real-world STEM skills through engaging robotics lessons that introduce both building (hardware) and coding (software). They’ll learn how to draft ideas, wire electric circuits, program sensors and motors, and bring their creations to life through code.

New Activities & Excursions – Our new STEM activity time takes students away from their screens and working together on structured projects and crafts. Sleepaway campers enjoy incredible outdoor adventures and traditional camp activities including favorites from past summers and exciting new additions.

Each Code Quest session is unique, so there’s always something new to learn and experience!

Code Quest isn’t all about screen time! Throughout the week, our campers get to explore Japan’s one-of-a-kind nature and cultural attractions. With guidance from our incredible team of tech camp counselors, campers will experience the best of Japan’s great outdoors through guided adventures around beautiful Mt. Akagi and the greater Gunma area.

Sample Camp Activities & Excursions:

  • Canoeing and Lake Adventure
  • Sports and Team Games
  • Campfire and S’mores
  • Homemade Pizza Making
  • Local Theme Parks and Waterparks
  • Bamboo Grove Exploration
  • Waterfall Visit and Nature Hike
  • and more!

Our excursion locations are carefully selected based on feedback from our campers and families, ensuring the most fun, safe, and memorable experiences with friends new and old. Enjoy our unique Japanese-inspired, robotics-filled spin on the traditional summer camp experience!

Each day, Code Quest Gunma – Robotics Camp students enjoy a mix of tech lessons, outdoor adventures, and camp classics, providing a perfect balance of indoor and outdoor activities with friends.

Please see below for a sample schedule for one day of camp.

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM Wake Up and Get Ready

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Breakfast and Cleanup

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Morning Robotics Lessons

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Lunch and Cleanup

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Afternoon Excursion

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Evening Robotics Lessons

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Dinner and Cleanup

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Evening Camp Activity

8:30 PM – 9:00 PM Get Ready for Bed

9:00 PM – Morning Lights Out

Where do I drop off and pick up my kid(s)?

Pick up and drop off will be in Central Tokyo near Nogizaka Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line). The final schedule with the exact location and timing will be detailed in our official parent guide sent out within a few weeks of the start of camp.

How do I confirm my child’s camp registration?

Use the form on this page for a quick, easy registration! After registration, please view the confirmation email sent within 48 hours for information on secure credit card payment. Note: payment is required to finalize your child’s registration for this camp. Spots are limited and most families finalize their child’s registration far in advance of Summer Break.

Do you have a refund policy?

Yes! If you are unable to attend the camp as intended, we provide 100% free cancellation up to 4 weeks before the camp starts, or 50% back up to 2 weeks prior to day 1. Book with ease!

Are there any language requirements for the camp?

Code Quest camps are held in English, meaning Japanese language skills are not required. Native English is also not required – our campers have a range of English levels, including native and non-native speakers. If your child can at least understand simple instructions in English, they are welcome to join our camps.

My child has dietary restrictions. Can they still participate?

Absolutely! Please list any dietary needs or restrictions in the registration form and we will gladly accommodate. Our camp meals avoid common allergens, and are 100% peanut free.

What should my child pack for the camp?

Please see the attached PDF here for our recommended packing list.

Questions or Comments

Please reach out to us at info@japancamps.com as needed. We’re more than happy to help and can’t wait to make this Summer Break your child’s most meaningful yet. See you there!