The Japan RV Association reminds that parking does not equal permission to camp: at roadside stations (michi-no-eki) and highway SA/PA areas, only short rest is allowed, not overnight camping. For a full night's stay, RV parks or auto campsites should be chosen in advance. Other challenges for beginners include temperature control (Kyoto can have day-night temperature swings even in spring and autumn), limited space when loading belongings, lack of amenities (toilet, shower, waste disposal), and higher-than-expected electricity consumption. When renting a camper van in Kyoto, Camping Car Rental Video 1 offers models with various specifications and operates 24 hours.
