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60-year-old Japanese man spent 300 million yen on a camper van, but the trip lasted only a week

18.01.2026 19:25 1 min 1 source РУС
TVBS ENG
60-year-old Japanese man spent 300 million yen on a camper van, but the trip lasted only a week
Original source: TVBS

There is growing market demand for converting vans into campers adapted for elderly passengers. The modified vehicles are equipped with beds and shower facilities to facilitate comfortable travel with senior citizens.

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Vans Converted into Elderly-Friendly Campers

18.01.2026 TVBS ENG Original source

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Updated: 19.09.2026

92 Unleaded

$0.97 /l

TWD31.00 · €0.85/l

22 of 167

cheaper than 87% of countries

95 Unleaded

$1.02 /l

TWD32.50 · €0.89/l

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98 Unleaded

$1.08 /l

TWD34.51 · €0.94/l

5 of 28

cheaper than 86% of countries

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$0.93 /l

TWD29.72 · €0.81/l

18 of 166

cheaper than 90% of countries

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Chinese immigrant Jinjier, who has been involved in camper culture for over a decade, advocates converting ordinary minivans into budget campers for retired Chinese. He says at least 80% of participants in his travel groups are aged 55 or older or retired. Jinjier converted his own minivan, equipping it with a refrigerator, electrical system, microwave, induction cooker, and other amenities. He started a YouTube channel showing his conversion process and organized meetups that grew from a few vehicles to over 30. During trips, participants fish, visit hot springs, hold barbecues and campfires. Jinjier also reported that four couples aged over 55 have married through his activities.

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The Kouhu Township Office in Yunlin County has begun leasing the camping area at Haikou Story Park. The annual rent is NT$234,000, but eligible operators can receive a 60% discount, reducing it to NT$140,400. Renovations costing NT$17 million are expected to be completed by the end of the year, with operations potentially starting in the first half of next year.

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