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Kei-car campers gain popularity in Japan as hotel prices soar

13.07.2026 13:37 1 min 2 sources РУС
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Kei-car campers gain popularity in Japan as hotel prices soar
Original source: テレ朝NEWS

In Brief

Rising hotel prices in Japan boost demand for kei-car campers. They sleep up to four and cost about 3–4 million yen, roughly half the price of standard campers.

As hotel prices rise in Japan, demand is growing for campers based on kei cars (small light vehicles). These vehicles can accommodate up to four people and cost around 3–4 million yen, about half the price of standard campers.

Overall camper sales reached 112.7 billion yen two years ago. Owners highlight the convenience for daily use, the ability to park in ordinary spaces, and the option to sleep on the road without booking a hotel. Campers are also seen as a preparation for natural disasters.

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