Are you properly conveying the appeal of camping to your family?
Making them think camping is this fun is where a "camping enthusiast" can show off their skills.
This product introduces a "foot bath" that can be enjoyed with your family during camping.
You can have this kind of camping experience
・Enjoy a foot bath while camping
・Enhance your relaxing time
・A new, unique camping style
Now, let's take a look at the capabilities of the "Portable Foot Bath Set"!
As of the time of writing, 37 people have purchased it.
What is the "Portable Foot Bath Set"?
A foot bath is a type of hot spring where you only immerse your feet, often found in tourist destinations.
While it's not a hot spring, the "Portable Foot Bath Set" allows you to carry a foot bath with you and use it outdoors.
Let's take a closer look.
Portable foot bath for camping
Relaxation time during camping.
Reading or gazing blankly at the sky feels wonderful.
But what if there was a foot bath there?
Your feet would be warm and toasty while a gentle breeze caresses your face.
See? Wouldn't that be blissful?
The Portable Foot Bath Set makes this possible.
Reading while enjoying the breeze, and soaking your feet in a foot bath—it doesn't get any better than that.
Available for purchase on Makuake until November 7th
It is currently available for purchase on the crowdfunding site, Makuake.
Set contents:
- 3 heat storage stones
- 3 heat storage stones + folding bucket
- 3 heat storage stones + folding bucket + 2 Sierra Cup lids
You can choose from these options, so why not consider purchasing your desired set during this opportunity?
How to use
Now, let's introduce how to use it.
The main unit consists of three parts: three heat storage stones, a case, and a bucket.
The overall procedure is as follows:
① Assemble the heat storage stone case.
② Boil water with a kettle, stove, or two-burner stove.
③ Heat the heat storage stones.
④ Fill the folding bucket with hot water and place the case in the center.
⑤ Enjoy the foot bath while adjusting the temperature.
Add another heat storage stone as needed to maintain temperature,
or reheat cold heat storage stones.
First, assemble the heat storage stone case.
① Assemble the heat storage stone case
Insert the left and right side panels and the back panel.
Insert the bottom plate.
Insert another back panel. This provides stability.
Insert two partition plates.
Insert the double bottom plate.
This double bottom plate is for stability and to prevent heat from transferring to the bucket.
Be careful, as it might not be properly inserted if you don't check the other side.
It's complete.
② Boil water with a stove or two-burner stove
You can boil water over a campfire, but if you want to make it easy, it's recommended to use a portable stove or a two-burner stove.
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③ Heat the heat storage stones
Heat up the heat storage stones.
Since it takes time for the temperature to rise, it's recommended to work on this simultaneously.
The guideline for heating is 10 to 15 minutes.
④ Fill the folding bucket with hot water (around 40 degrees Celsius) and place the case in the center.
The amount of hot water should be enough to cover your ankles.
The trick is to fill the water so that it goes above the lower edge of the part that extends outside the inner partition.
If the temperature is comfortable to the touch, adding one heat storage stone will keep the water warm for about 15 minutes.
If you're using it in winter when the outside temperature is low, slightly hotter water might be more comfortable.
⑤ Enjoy the foot bath while adjusting the temperature.
When the heat storage stone in the water has cooled down, add one of the remaining two heated heat storage stones and reheat the cooled stone over a bonfire or charcoal fire.
So, one heat storage stone at the beginning, and another one when it cools down for replacement.
Always keep at least one warm!
By repeating this cycle, and adding two or three stones simultaneously when you feel the water has gotten too cold, you can raise the water temperature and enjoy a hot foot bath again.
Things to watch out for: Incorrect usage
Filling with cold water instead of hot water
The temperature increase from adding three stones at once varies depending on conditions, but it's about 5 to 10°C.
While it's possible to eventually heat the water by repeating the process, it's not efficient, so it's best to avoid it.
The "Portable Foot Bath Set" is a tool for enjoying a foot bath while keeping the water warm, so let's understand its purpose and use it happily.
Overheating the heat storage stones
The guideline for heating the heat storage stones is 10 to 15 minutes.
Be careful not to overheat them, as they may crack.
It is recommended to transfer them onto a rack or move them away from the fire.
The "Portable Foot Bath Set" is also great for backyard camping!
Actually, the "Portable Foot Bath Set" can be enjoyed not only at campsites but also in your backyard at home.
Considering the proximity to other houses, I tried heating it in a fish grill to minimize odors.
Get easy relaxation tailored to your situation.
How to use it at home without bothering neighbors
Now, I'll explain how to use it with photos from my backyard camping experience.
Make hot water around 42℃ with a water heater and fill it up to about ankle height (enough to cover the case's logo).
Although the website mentions using a bonfire, I heated the stones in a fish grill for backyard camping to avoid odors.
A bonfire provides a better atmosphere, so if possible, I recommend using a bonfire or charcoal fire.
The website states 10-15 minutes because there is a possibility of stones cracking.
Since the fish grill is sealed, I set the time to 10 minutes this time.
An oven toaster would also work well.
My wife drew the water, and I heated the stones.
The stones get very hot, so extra caution is needed when handling them.
I treated my wife to backyard camping
Later, I tried it while backyard camping in our garden.
I put a chair in the garden, placed the foot bath, and put my feet in.
The water felt wonderfully warm to the touch, and gazing idly at the scenery made it even better.
Given that the maximum temperature was 13℃ that day, the water cooled down in about 5-10 minutes.
When it cools down, you can reheat the stones and put them back in to enjoy the foot bath further.
My wife was delighted.
She seemed to relax mentally and physically, especially from the daily grind, while enjoying the foot bath and watching the autumn leaves.
It's a wonderful item that can easily bring relaxation to family members who aren't usually enthusiastic about camping.
Benefits of using the "Portable Foot Bath Set"
So, let's take another look at the pros and cons of the "Portable Foot Bath Set".
Increased family conversations
When having a barbecue, Dad works hard grilling, and Mom is busy preparing.
Before you know it, everyone's just eating, and conversations are sparse.
In such cases, having a Portable Foot Bath Set gently slows everyone down, naturally fostering conversation.
Nobody gets irritable when their feet are warm.
If you enjoy your meal with a gentle feeling, then, isn't it fun?
My wife said this time, "It's nice to relax outside once in a while! I think I understand why you go camping."
Easy foot bath
My wife's reaction when I invited her wasn't positive.
However, once I successfully persuaded her to try it, she said, "This is good."
My wife doesn't often join me for camping these days, but she completely fell in love with it, saying, "It would be nice to do this while barbecuing."
Barbecues often end up being just about eating, but if you can easily enjoy a foot bath, grandparents will surely be delighted too.
Backyard camping and glamping get an upgrade
Your backyard camping or "balcony camping" (beranping) experience can be upgraded with a foot bath.
Even in a small garden, a foot bath can create a resort-like atmosphere.
Even on a city balcony, the Portable Foot Bath Set can make your usual beer taste even better.
Especially now, when it's hard to visit tourist spots, the Portable Foot Bath Set is highly recommended.
Concerns about using the "Portable Foot Bath Set"
Heated stones are very hot, so be especially careful when carrying them.
If you have a boiler, boiling water will be easier.
Caution required when carrying stones
It is very dangerous to carry stones, so special caution is required.
There are holes for hooks, but no poles are included.
To carry them safely, work gloves are recommended.
In addition, if you wear cotton work gloves inside the leather gloves, you can hold them for about 1 minute.
Be extra careful not only when heating with a bonfire, but also when heating at home.
Never let children handle them.
Making hot water is a hassle
In addition to heating stones, you also need to make hot water.
When I went day camping, I used the permanent bonfire grill at the campsite.
However, heating stones alone takes up space for one group, so I felt that a larger space would be needed to boil water as well.
As a solution,
- Boil water in a kettle or pot with a two-burner stove
- If you're camping at home or on a balcony, make hot water by turning up the shower
and you can easily prepare hot water.
Suggestion: Use the portable footbath set at home
The page for Makuake's new outdoor standard! Enjoy supreme hospitality with a footbath in your favorite outdoor location! recommends outdoor use.
However, I would deliberately recommend using it in the following ways:
- Treat Mom while having a BBQ
- Enjoy a resort-like feeling at home while viewing autumn leaves
- Use it on your balcony for glamping
Treat Mom
Moms tend to get busy during barbecues, so let's show our daily gratitude by having them use the footbath.
Your home becomes a resort
Since it's autumn as I write this, my family was able to enjoy it while viewing the autumn leaves.
Depending on the region, you might also be able to see babbling rivers or famous peaks.
Enjoy a resort-like feeling from the comfort of your own home.
Make your "balcony glamping" richer
Usually, "balcony glamping" just involves putting out chairs and drinking beer.
But if you use the portable footbath set, you can have a slightly richer holiday.
Summary of the "Portable Footbath Set"
A footbath outdoors, just imagining it is healing.
Recommended for:
・Those who want to expand their camping enjoyment
・Those who want to enhance their home camping experience
・Those who want to add a touch of ingenuity to their balcony glamping
The portable footbath set we introduced today.
It's an item that expands the ways you can enjoy camping.
If you treat your tired mom, she's sure to be delighted.
