20 years of car sleeping: the biggest stress is not cold or safety

Actor Fujioka Hiroshi (80) traveled with his children — daughter Fujioka Riho (24), sons Fujioka Honoka (21) and Fujioka Oki (18), and their mother (22) — in his camper for a family outing. He shared photos on Instagram showing them cooking and enjoying nature together. Fujioka said that traveling by camper lets him spend quality time with his family and creates lasting memories.

Instagram user @douminfufu, who shares their camper van travels, posted a meal from their last evening in Gifu Prefecture. The dinner included "keichan udon," a local dish of chicken marinated in a miso or soy sauce-based sauce served with udon, and "hoba sushi," sushi wrapped in magnolia leaves. The post has received over 510 likes. Commenters expressed envy and appreciation for the couple's enjoyment of Gifu.

A YouTuber, who previously bought a vacation home for 500,000 yen, purchased a used 2015 Nissan NV350 Caravan for 1.6 million yen to convert it into a 'mobile vacation home'. The van, with 133,000 km on the odometer, was bought from construction workers and was heavily soiled. He removed the seats, cleaned the floor, and applied soundproofing and insulation to the engine compartment. The video has been viewed over 42,000 times.

The Japan RV Association has certified RV Park WHATAWON in Osaka, offering overnight stays in vehicles with access to a food hall and an all-weather dog run. The park features 24-hour restrooms and electrical hookups, making it safe for beginners and families.

A motorhome trip with a dog in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, included a stay at the RV park attached to the Shimoyubara Onsen 'Himawarikan'. The park costs 2,500 yen for two people (additional person 500 yen) and includes unlimited access to the onsen. Facilities include a free dog run and a rare open-air bath for dogs. The trip also featured a strawberry farm with tasting of 9 varieties, including white strawberries, and a look at the new 2026 Adria Super Twin 600 SPB, a 4WD model based on Mercedes.

User torahw on carview! reviewed the 2025 Toyota Sienta Hybrid Z, calling it the best option for one- or two-night trips for two people. The owner notes that in the five-seat version, folding the rear seats instantly creates a flat sleeping space, and accessories like cargo mats and bed mats are widely available. The car comes well-equipped with navigation, safety systems, and cruise control at a price starting from 2,078,000 yen, but lacks a digital rearview mirror.