Daihatsu Atrai gains digital instrument cluster in 2026 update

Kato Motor and Sanjo Mitsubishi have unveiled the NOCTI camper van based on the Mitsubishi Delica D:5. It features a 600 Ah lithium-ion battery, a 12V air conditioner, and a fold-flat bed for two adults. The model debuted at the Tokyo Camping Car Show 2026 in July 2026.

At the Tokyo Camping Car Show 2026 in Tokyo on July 11–12, 2026, Nissan Peesfield Craft unveiled the new Serena P-SV (Pop-up Roof Sleeping Version) based on the facelifted Serena launched in February 2026. The model features a manual pop-up roof with hydraulic dampers, creating an upper bed area of 2250×1100×1150 mm; combined with an optional lower bunk, it sleeps up to four people. Height is 1980 mm (2WD) or 2005 mm (4WD) when closed, and 3020 mm when raised. The roof offers closed and mesh positions for light and ventilation control, and includes a standard rain cover. Optional electrical equipment includes a heater, auxiliary battery, voltmeter, and dual socket. All powertrain and drivetrain options are available. Prices range from 3,795,000 yen (X, 2WD) to 5,151,300 yen (e-4ORCE Highway Star V, 4WD) including tax, approximately 1 million yen above the base model.

Honda Access held an 'Outdoor Experience Photo Session' at Camp Nano Koshigaya in Saitama Prefecture. The event featured a car-sleeping concept based on the Honda Civic RS. A Nitori mattress and foldable seats were used to create a sleeping area. The setup accommodates two people.

Japanese company Annex RV introduced the Liberty 52 REi motorhome built on a Toyota Camroad chassis. At about 5.2 meters long, it is shorter than the Toyota Hilux and Volkswagen Amarok. The camper can carry up to eight people, with a U-shaped lounge, sleeping for five, a kitchen, and a compact bathroom. It features a 3.0L diesel engine (144 hp), 6-speed automatic, optional all-wheel drive, and lithium-ion batteries up to 9.6 kWh. Price is around 16 million yen, available only in Japan.

The Hokkaido Camping Car & Outdoor Show 2026 will take place August 29–30, 2026 at Access Sapporo, featuring the Sapporo Dog Festival. Entry is free for visitors under 12; advance tickets cost 800 yen, day tickets 1000 yen. The first 3000 visitors (per one source: individuals; per another: groups) each day will receive free Mitsukan Mugen Sappari Spice by Mipon seasoning.

On July 26 at around 6:50 p.m., a camper reported a bear sighting at the Lake Kussharo campground in Hamatonbetsu, Hokkaido. The bear, about 1.5 meters long, emerged from woods east of the campground, walked about 300 meters north, and disappeared back into the forest. At the time, 20 to 30 campers were present; no injuries have been reported. The campground was immediately closed as a precaution. Police are patrolling the area and urging caution.