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Two lists of Japanese roadside stations for campervan overnight stays: Kyushu and Tohoku

11.07.2026 02:12 1 min 2 sources
【モトメガネ】バイク・オートバイ|自動車・クルマ|キャンプのニ... JPN + 1 more
Two lists of Japanese roadside stations for campervan overnight stays: Kyushu and Tohoku
Original source: 【モトメガネ】バイク・オートバイ|自動車・クルマ|キャンプのニュース情報

In Brief

Portals DRIMO and Moto Megane have published selections of roadside stations (michi-no-eki) for campervan overnight stays: 9 in Kyushu and 18 in Tohoku. Criteria include 24-hour parking, toilets, onsen, and local cuisine.

Two Japanese portals have released lists of roadside stations (michi-no-eki) suitable for overnight stays in campervans. DRIMO selected nine stations on the island of Kyushu, while Moto Megane chose 18 stations in the Tohoku region.

All stations feature 24-hour parking and toilets, and offer access to hot springs (onsen) and local cuisine. Among the sites is the "Ooto Sakura Kaido" station in Fukuoka with parking for 492 vehicles and hot springs. The Tohoku stations were selected based on criteria including the presence of onsen, dining facilities, and tourist attractions.

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Nine Kyushu roadside stations for overnight stays in a motorhome

16.06.2026 【モトメガネ】バイク・オートバイ|自動車・クルマ|キャンプのニ... JPN Original source

Japan selects 18 roadside stations for car sleeping trips

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