Toyama resident living in car for 17 months picks autumn foliage spots and overnight parking in Shirakawa-go and Gokayama

On September 3, 2026, Nissan launched a facelifted X-Trail. The Multi-Bed sleeping option now includes a new variant based on the G e-4ORCE trim, available on higher grades. The bed accommodates two adults, supports up to 150 kg, and uses Cordura fabric. The new variant is priced at 5,635,300 yen including tax. Regular models also receive updates: new 19-inch wheels for G, black accents for X, and a standard remote power back door for X.

Japanese camper manufacturers unveiled three models developed jointly with outdoor brands Coleman, Captain Stagg, and Logos. The LAMP& model based on the Toyota HiAce by Camper Kagoshima and Coleman features a 200 Ah lithium-ion battery and 1500 W inverter, priced at 7.46 million yen. The keymaker trailer by Kato Motor and Captain Stagg weighs under 750 kg, requiring no towing license, and includes a 600 Ah battery and air conditioning, priced from 5,365,800 yen. The Delica D:5 Active Camper Logos Edition by Direct Cars and Logos, based on the Mitsubishi Delica D:5, has a 300 Ah battery and 800 W inverter, available for a limited time until December 24, 2026, priced from 7.98 million yen.

The Farm company will hold the 'Moon is Beautiful Moon-Viewing Night 2026' event from September 19 to 30, 2026, at Tachibana Fureai Park campsite and THE FARM resort. The event coincides with the harvest moon on September 25 and the full moon on September 27. Campers can join free of charge; other visitors pay between 400 and 1,300 yen depending on age and day. Activities include telescope moon and star gazing, a bamboo lantern-making workshop, seasonal decorations, local sweets, and a bath ticket.

The article discusses portable power stations for use in vehicles during overnight stays. It notes that devices like hair dryers or kettles require sufficient output power, otherwise the appliance may be damaged. Featured models include the Goal Zero Yeti 1500X (32,780 yen), DJI Power 1000 (11,440 yen), and Cellstar PDL-300 (5,780 yen), as well as the A PIT Autobacs Shinonome store in Tokyo where they are available.

Chiba Auto unveiled the 'Ageban GUARDIAN' camper based on a kei van with a roof tent. It serves for camping and as a temporary shelter during floods.

Higashi Onuma Campground in Nanae-cho, Hokkaido, will be temporarily closed from September 14 to 18, 2026, to demolish and construct new toilets and a kitchen building. The construction is scheduled from September 2026 to February 2027, with new facilities expected to open in fiscal year 2027. After September 19, the campground will be accessible, though construction continues.