Japanese company JP Star unveils Happy1 Turbo camper based on Daihatsu Atrai

BeMap has completed deployment of TOKYO FREE Wi-Fi (OpenRoaming) at six Tokyo campsites, including mountainous and remote coastal areas. Satellite internet is used where cellular coverage is unavailable. The project was commissioned by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.

Nissan has refreshed the Clipper Van and Clipper Rio, two kei cars based on a Suzuki model and sold exclusively in Japan. The Clipper Van Multi Rack, developed by Nissan Motorsports & Customization (NMC), features a removable mattress that can be placed at four different heights, turning the cabin into a sleeping area. Prices start at €12,000.

Japanese builder Papabuild unveiled the F-BOX Square camper van based on the Toyota TownAce. The model has a height of 1960 mm, allowing access to multi-storey car parks and car washes. It features a 200 Ah lithium-ion battery, a 12V air conditioner, a microwave, and a TV, all mounted in the upper section to preserve sleeping space.

On May 22, 2026, Camping Car Co. began selling the 'New Three Sacred Treasures for Disaster Prevention' set via its Outdoor119 e-commerce site. The set includes a portable toilet, a cassette gas-powered shower, and a low-power microwave oven, designed to support food and hygiene during power outages and water cuts. Priced at 281,000 yen, the bundle offers a 10,000 yen discount compared to individual purchases. Availability is limited.

Suzuki has unveiled the updated Every microvan in Japan. The 3.4-meter model features exterior changes, a digital instrument cluster, and enhanced safety systems. The J Limited version is camping-oriented.

User takeknee reviewed the 2025 Nissan Caravan, chosen for car camping. The review highlights ample cargo space, convenient split second-row seats, and strong diesel torque for mountain roads. A drawback noted is the lack of adaptive cruise control on the diesel version, unlike the gasoline model.