Carstay to set up 'moving hotels' at rural 2026 festival in Fukushima

The second annual camping show at Tokyo Big Sight featured campers from 5 million yen for light vans to 22 million yen for the VILLATOR on FIAT Ducato base, with pop-up roofs and handcrafted details.

Japanese custom shop IFUU, known for van conversions, introduced the 'Traveler' series based on the Mercedes-Benz V-Class. Three body lengths are offered: Kompakt (4895 mm), Long (5140 mm) and ExtraLong (5370 mm). One displayed model features a Maybach-style exterior kit with grille, bumpers and hood ornament. The interior is upholstered in grey corduroy, with indirect lighting and adjustable spotlights.

Polish manufacturer Niewiadow, commissioned by Indiana RV, has produced the compact trailer Lazur 300 Japan. The model features a square body, interior height of 185 cm and length of 295 cm, and sleeps 3–4 people. Its curb weight of 630 kg allows towing with a compact SUV without a special license. Price starts at 3,399,000 yen.

Japanese retailer Cainz has launched magnetic sunshade curtains for car windows. The curtains attach to metal door frames via magnets, offering light blocking and UV protection. A two-pack costs 980 yen (small) or 1280 yen (large). The product is aimed at drivers and campers seeking quick privacy and heat reduction.

Honda plans to resume production of the Element model, sold from 2002 to 2011. Series production is expected in 2028. The vehicle will feature a hybrid powertrain and can be equipped with a camping kit that includes a pop-up roof and an extendable module for cooking and lounging.

The largest motorhome event in northeastern Japan, the Tohoku Camping Car Fair 2026, will take place on October 10–11, 2026, at Yume Messe Miyagi in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. The fair will feature light campers, cab-over conversions, and camper vans. Admission: advance tickets 800 yen, door tickets 1,000 yen; junior high school students and younger free.