Hinataka of Netorabo considered the film surpassing Top Gun: Maverick as the best film of 2022, praising its "carefully spun" story, "funny and comedic" elements, the production that "looks great on the theater screen", and depiction of a working adult setting. Giving the film 4 out of 5 stars for the South China Morning Post, James Marsh felt that "there is something undeniably soothing about the entire experience, a downshift into a serene state of static existence that proves an undeniably gratifying escape from the daily grind." He noted the film might be a "hard sell" to first-time viewers since nothing major happened in the story, except for anything related to camping. Writing for Crunchyroll, Alicia Haddick felt the film was "accessible to newcomers and long-term fans alike, with a genuinely touching message about reconnecting with your passions and never losing sight of what you love." She found Rin and Nadeshiko had the "most time to grow" in the film and the supporting cast being "pushed aside". Kim Morrissy of Anime News Network graded the film "B", feeling that it "serves up an extra generous helping of mellow adventures with this two-hour installment, which is great for anyone who wants to see more of the characters, although it might also perhaps be too much of a good thing." Morrissy praised the "[n]uanced and understated writing and presentation" and how the film explored the responsibilities of being an adult, while criticized the long runtime for a simple plot.
