Northeast Camping Car Show 2026

The company AtoZ will exhibit the TABIVAN O.W.L. motorhome, based on a Fiat Ducato, at the Osaka show in March 2026. The model accommodates up to eight passengers for travel and four for sleeping, and is equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, and heater. It was developed for both sale and rental in collaboration with the 'Tabisuru Kuruma' service.

The number of dedicated RV parks in Japan has exceeded 600. According to the Japan RV Association (JRVA), there were 607 such facilities nationwide as of March 1, 2026. The association promotes these parks as safe and comfortable locations for vehicle-based overnight stays.

The organizers have released the stage schedule and guest list for the Niigata Camping Car & Outdoor Expo 2026. The event will be held on April 18-19, 2026, at the Toki Messe exhibition hall in Niigata. The program includes comedy acts, motorhome-related talks by YouTubers, and anime character shows. Admission is free for junior high school students and younger.

The Japan RV Association is expanding a network of paid overnight facilities for motorhomes and camper vans. A new site in Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture, offers 10 spaces with electricity, 24-hour restrooms, and access to hot springs. The overnight fee starts at 4,000 yen per vehicle.

The dealer network Mishima Daihatsu has introduced the new Quokka Japandi compact camper van. The interior features local cypress wood and scallop-shell-based paint for humidity and odor control. The model's base price is 3.19 million yen.

At the JCCS 2026 show, FLEX displayed four custom Toyota Land Cruisers modified for overnight stays. The vehicles, under the Renoca brand, feature sleeping accommodations for two adults while retaining off-road capability. The models are based on Land Cruiser 60, 80, 100, and Prado 95 with retro styling.