Select currency
Popular
—
Report a problem
In Brief
A family of four sold their home and quit their jobs to travel the world in a motorhome. Over five years, they visited 50 countries, starting their journey in Alaska.
A Japanese family of four sold their home and left their jobs to embark on a round-the-world trip in a motorhome. In five years, they visited 50 countries, including North and South America, Africa, Europe, and Asia. The journey began with the purchase of a used 2010 Toyota Tundra in Alaska. The family faced numerous breakdowns but continued, educating their children on the road. The route was self-planned, and they lived in the vehicle.
Aggregated by OpenVan.camp from the public sources listed below, with AI-assisted translation and summary. We always link to the original source. Machine translation may differ from the original -- check the source for important details. Images and content remain the property of their respective owners. Copyright information
A Japanese family sold their home and quit their jobs to travel around the world in a motorhome. Over five years, they visited 50 countries, starting ...
A Japanese family sold their home and quit their jobs to travel around the world in a motorhome. Over five years, they visited 50 countries, starting their journey in Alaska. The trip involved living in the vehicle and self-planning the route.
A Japanese family sold their home and quit their jobs to travel the world in a motorhome. Over five years, they visited 50 countries across North and ...
A Japanese family sold their home and quit their jobs to travel the world in a motorhome. Over five years, they visited 50 countries across North and South America, Africa, Europe, and Asia. The journey began with the purchase of a used 2010 Toyota Tundra in Alaska. Despite frequent breakdowns, the family persevered, educating their children on the road.
Updated: 25.07.2026
Regular
$1.03 /l
JPY169.22 · €0.91/l
28 of 140
cheaper than 81% of countries
High-octane
$1.07 /l
JPY175.39 · €0.94/l
12 of 94
cheaper than 88% of countries
軽油
$0.93 /l
JPY152.95 · €0.82/l
19 of 141
cheaper than 87% of countries
Best regions in the coming days
Country overview
Avg. score
37
Top city
Hokkaidō 85
From October Spain bans blocking motorhome parking, but the Canaries tighten site rules. Also: Honda Trail Master and Turkey's caravan boom.
Two years on the road with a cat named Zhuzu — and not a single day of wanting to go back. We break down life in a camper van: where to find water, how heating works, what to do about electricity, and where to look for overnight spots. 7 countries, hundreds of places, and an honest account — from the mountain roads of Turkey to the coastline of Montenegro.
Comprehensive review of all RV and camper toilet types: cassette, portable, gravity, vacuum, macerating, dry flush, sealing, incinerating, composting and separating. Comparison of models, consumables, installation and annual costs.
A couple in their 40s sold their house in Chiba Prefecture and left their jobs to travel across Japan in a one-box van. They fund their trips by working seasonal resort jobs. Last month, their combined income was 680,000 yen, while living expenses were only 60,000 yen due to free lodging and meals at work. The couple aims to work in all 47 prefectures.
Japan
2
Japanese kabuki actor Nakamura Shido said on a TV show that he travels with his family on weekends in a luxury camper van. They drove around Hokkaido and visited Izumo Taisha shrine.
Romano and Linda Sims (or Simz, per some sources), a couple from Tennessee, sold their lakefront home for $2.1 million and bought an RV for $700,000. They have been traveling the US for three years and have no regrets.
UI Vehicle showcased wide-angle door mirrors for the sixth-generation and newer Toyota HiAce at the Tokyo Camping Car Show 2026. The mirrors aim to improve visibility, a known issue for the model. The event took place on July 11–12, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight.
As hotel costs in Japan surge, travelers increasingly turn to night trains and camper rentals to combine transport and accommodation. According to Nippon TV, JR West's night train West Express Ginga covers Kyoto to Shingu in 12 hours for 8,670 yen. JR East is developing a new night service from Shinagawa to Aomori (12.5–15 hours), and JR Central will run a special night Shinkansen on the Tokyo–Shin-Osaka route. Average hotel rates for two in central Tokyo have risen 70% over seven years. A 24-hour camper rental for four people costs about 38,000 yen, making it a cost-effective option. One camper rental agency reported bookings 3.3 times higher than last year.
JAPAN C.R.C. has started offering camper vans equipped with household air conditioners as mobile rest areas for construction and roadwork sites. The vehicles can be rented from about 40 locations nationwide at a corporate rate starting from 14,900 yen per day (tax included). The service aims to replace the labor-intensive installation of prefabricated huts and help employers comply with new mandatory heatstroke prevention measures that took effect on June 1, 2025.
At the Tokyo Camping Car Show 2026, Nissan Peas Field Craft presented the Brillante camper conversion based on the Nissan Caravan Super Long. It features a 100V household air conditioner, Webasto heater, large roof vent, and a multi-purpose room with shower and optional portable toilet. The sleeping area measures 1500×1830 mm, formed by folding the sofa and opposite seat. Interior height is 2400 mm.
Japan
2
Toy Factory has introduced the Joya camper based on the Fiat Ducato (L2H2). The model debuted in 2025, seats five and sleeps five. A test drive was conducted at Sagamiko MORIMORI circuit.
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.
Install OpenVan.camp
Get quick access and offline reading.
The app is already installed on this device.
Use your browser menu to install or add to home screen.
