Why I Use Snow Peak Mini Hozuki Lanterns for Camping
Small, packable camp lights I use inside my tents and around camp.
WordsbyMichele Underwood | Some photos courtesy of Snow Peak
Mini Hozuki lights strung on a Snow Peak Daisy Chain create soft, ambient camp lighting at dusk.
Why I Use These Mini Hozuki Lights
This Snow Peak rechargeable camp light is always clipped somewhere at camp. They're compact, easy to hang, and throw a soft, warm light that makes camp feel like home. I get compliments on them all the time—passersby always ask what they are and where I got them.
Are Snow Peak Mini Hozuki Lanterns Worth It?
For me, yes. I own several Mini Hozuki lanterns and use them regularly inside my tents and around camp. They aren't meant to light up an entire campsite, but that's not why I bought them. I like having smaller lights that I can hang exactly where I need them, and because they're so compact, I can bring several without taking up much space in my camp gear.
Snow Peak Mini Hozuki Facts
LED camp lantern
2.2 inches in diameter and 2 inches tall
Weighs 1.9 oz
Powered by three AAA batteries
Three lighting modes
Warm, soft light
Magnetic loop for hanging
Silicone rubber shade
Designed for use inside a tent or as a small camp light
What Makes the Mini Hozuki Different
The Mini Hozuki lights come in three color options—White, Orange, and Navy—so you can match your setup or assign a color to different parts of camp. I love that they’re practical but still look good.
Snow Peak Mini Hozuki rechargeable light in White color
Snow Peak Mini Hozuki rechargeable light in Orange color
Snow Peak Mini Hozuki rechargeable light in Navy color
One of my favorite features of this compact Snow Peak light is how well it pairs with the Snow Peak Daisy Chain. You can hang multiple Mini Hozukis in a row, string them inside your tent, or run them above your camp table for the perfect overhead setup.
Rechargeable with USB-C (no batteries to worry about)
Candle mode with dimmer for ambient lighting
Small enough to fit in your palm or stash in a bin
Magnetic clip + loop for easy hanging with or without a daisy chain
Water-resistant (they've handled light rain just fine)
How I Use The Mini Hozuki Lights
Hung in the tent with a daisy chain for bedtime light
Over the camp table during dinner
At the entrance of the tent for soft visibility at night
Linked up with other lights to create a mood (looks great in photos too)
Complete the Setup with the Daisy Chain
I use the Snow Peak Daisy Chain to hang these lights above my tent and table. It makes setup easy and looks great.
Mini Hozukis on Daisy Chain
Camp Setup with Mini Hozukis on Daisy Chain
What I Like
The glow is cozy—not harsh like a headlamp
Lightweight and easy to pack
Magnetic clip makes setup flexible
Rechargeable battery saves on waste and works reliably
What I Don’t Like
They’re not cheap
Candle mode flicker isn’t very useful in practice—but the dimmer is great
Mini Hozukis on a Daisy Chain at Camp
Light Up Your Camp Kit
These little lights are one of the most complimented pieces of my setup.
They work, they look great, and they hold up.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Snow Peak Mini Hozuki
How bright is the Snow Peak Mini Hozuki? I think of the Mini Hozuki as a small personal camp light rather than a lantern for lighting an entire campsite. I use several of them inside my tents and around camp when I want light in specific places.
How do you hang a Snow Peak Mini Hozuki? The Mini Hozuki has a magnetic loop that makes it easy to attach inside a tent or elsewhere around camp. This is one of my favorite things about the design because I can move the lights around wherever I need them.
What batteries does the Snow Peak Mini Hozuki use? The version I use takes three AAA batteries.
Can you use the Snow Peak Mini Hozuki inside a tent? Yes. That's one of the main ways I use mine. The small size and soft light work especially well inside my Snow Peak tents.
Is the Snow Peak Mini Hozuki rechargeable? The Mini Hozuki I use is not rechargeable; it runs on three AAA batteries. Snow Peak now also makes a separate Rechargeable Mini Hozuki with a built-in rechargeable battery and USB-C charging.
Is the Snow Peak Mini Hozuki worth it? For me, yes. I like them enough that I own several. They're small, easy to pack, and simple to move around camp, and I like being able to use multiple lights instead of relying on one bright lantern.
Michele Underwood writes Overland Girl, where she shares the gear she uses on real trips—from the Northwoods of Wisconsin to desert rides in the West. She values quality and craftsmanship and believes in buying less, but buying better. The gear she recommends is gear she uses herself.Some links on Overland Girl may be affiliate links. If you purchase through them, Michele may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.