Asu Motor Aims to Spread Camper Culture in the Hokuriku Region

A motorhome overturned after colliding with a truck at an intersection in Ueda City. The 59-year-old male driver of the motorhome sustained serious injuries, including a broken arm; the truck driver suffered minor injuries.

Lekvy started sales of the light camper Quokka, based on the Daihatsu Hijet minivan, through its official stores from April 2. The high-roof, front-wheel-drive model with a 5-speed manual transmission is priced from 2.64 million yen.

Carstay will provide up to five motorhomes as stationary accommodation at the 'rural 2026' festival in Fukushima Prefecture in July 2026. The cost is 250,000 yen per motorhome for 3-4 nights, accommodating 4-5 people, with bookings opening on April 1, 2026. The service aims to address the shortage of hotel rooms in the event area, particularly for international visitors.

The owner of a Nissan NV350 Caravan upgraded the front speakers and added a powered subwoofer at the BREEZE audio shop in Nara Prefecture. The modifications resulted in a significantly enhanced in-cabin audio environment.

UMITO will open the first trailer house facility for its villa subscription service WITH SEA on April 1, 2026, in Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture. The facility consists of three units, each comprising two trailer houses: one for living and one for sleeping. The complex will also feature a sauna trailer and BBQ equipment.

VANTECH has introduced the ASTRARE NS Biarte camper van based on the Nissan Caravan. The model, measuring 4695 mm long, 1695 mm wide, and 1990 mm high, can park in multi-story car parks with height restrictions from 2 meters. The interior features a multifunctional sofa bed for two, and with optional seats, the cabin converts into a lounge area for 4-5 people.