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Katana camper van based on Toyota Camroad to debut at Japan Camping Car Show 2026

16.05.2026 00:02 3 min 7 sources
日本最大級のクルマ総合情報サイト、カービュー! JPN + 6 more
Katana camper van based on Toyota Camroad to debut at Japan Camping Car Show 2026
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In Brief

Direct Cars will unveil the new Katana camper van based on the Toyota Camroad with 4WD and a 3.0L diesel engine. The premiere will take place at the Japan Camping Car Show 2026 in Makuhari Messe from January 30 to February 2, alongside six other new models.

Japanese company Direct Cars has announced the world premiere of the new Katana camper van built on the Toyota Camroad platform. The model will be shown for the first time at the Japan Camping Car Show 2026, held at Makuhari Messe (Chiba) from January 30 to February 2, 2026. Sales will begin concurrently with the show.

Key features

  • Base vehicle: Toyota Camroad
  • Drivetrain: 4WD
  • Engine: 3.0L diesel
  • Battery: 400 Ah lithium-ion
  • Equipment: household air conditioner, foldable bunk bed, 32-inch TV
  • Body: special protective coating, rear barn doors

A total of seven new camper van models will be presented at the exhibition, with the Katana as the flagship.

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New Katana motorhome debuts at Japan Camping Car Show 2026

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Katana motorhome based on Toyota Camroad debuts in Japan

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Direct Cars to unveil KATANA motorhome and six other models at Japan Camping Car Show 2026

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KATANA motorhome to debut at Japan Camping Car Show 2026

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KATANA Motorhome Debuts at Japan Camping Car Show 2026

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New KATANA motorhome based on Toyota Camroad debuts in Japan

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KATANA motorhome debuts at Japan Camping Car Show 2026

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