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Camper van fair in Asahikawa and farmers market in Higashikawa draw crowds

22.06.2026 00:12 1 min 2 sources Event
北海道新聞デジタル JPN + 1 more
Camper van fair in Asahikawa and farmers market in Higashikawa draw crowds
Original source: 北海道新聞デジタル

In Brief

On May 23, two outdoor events took place simultaneously in central Kamikawa (Hokkaido): a camper van fair in Asahikawa and a farmers market in Higashikawa. Both events will run until May 24 and attracted many visitors, highlighting growing interest in camper vans in the region.

On May 23, two outdoor events started in central Kamikawa (Hokkaido): a camper van fair in Asahikawa and a farmers market in Higashikawa. Both events gathered many visitors and will continue until May 24.

The fair in Asahikawa featured a variety of camper van models. Simultaneously, a farmers market in neighboring Higashikawa also attracted visitors. The event underscored the growing interest in camper vans in the region.

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Motorhome Fair in Asahikawa and Farmers Market in Higashikawa

23.05.2026 北海道新聞デジタル JPN Original source

Motorhome Fair in Asahikawa and Farmers Market in Higashikawa

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