Japanese convenience store chain Lawson offers camper parking for 2,500 yen per night

The owner of the trailer music bar 'La Peña' (Spanish for 'club') announced a relocation due to the inability to continue operations at the current site after late autumn 2026. The move requires 500,000 yen for trailer transport, 1,200,000 yen for water supply work at two locations, and 300,000 yen for land lease. After relocation, the bar plans to extend opening hours and rent out the space as a daytime rental.

Hairdresser Mika launched a crowdfunding campaign for a trip around Japan in a mini motorhome with her cat Ten-chan. The goal is to raise 10 million yen for vehicle purchase, equipment (car air conditioner, portable power supply) and contingencies. During the trip, she plans to provide haircut services on-site, after obtaining permits from local health authorities. The start is scheduled for November-December 2026.

The town of Hokuei has installed a multi-purpose cottage at the Hojo Auto Campground in Kunisaka, which can be used as temporary housing during disasters. The structure is a relocatable mobile building (container house) and was unveiled to stakeholders on the 14th. It is set to open on the 17th.

Starting July 15, 2026, JAPAN C.R.C. offers a 5% discount on RV-Park.jp bookings for camper renters and a 30% discount on Happy1 Premium kei camper rentals.

A review of 14 fans designed for sleeping in a car has been published. Models powered by battery, USB, and cigarette lighter socket are covered. Selection criteria include power type, mounting method, noise level (recommended ≤30 dB), and battery capacity (e.g., 4000 mAh provides 6–8 hours on low speed). Tips are given for combining a fan with sunshades, window opening, and cooling packs to improve effectiveness.

JAF Mate Online published a report on a two-night campervan trip across eastern Hokkaido. The route included the 28-km straight road 'Ten-ni Tsuzuku Michi', Oshinkoshin Falls, the Shiretoko Crossing, and Notsuke Peninsula. The rented Cordobanks campervan with a 3.0L diesel turbo engine handled the 738-meter pass smoothly. The author noted missing a chance to see a white orca off Rausu port due to a lunch stop.