New RV parks open in Kyoto and surrounding areas for camper travelers

Japanese manufacturer Car Interior Takahashi unveiled the AZUSA model based on the Toyota HiAce. The camper features a wall-mounted air conditioner instead of a roof unit, enabling entry into multi-story parking lots, and a projector for watching matches on a large screen.

Japanese company Direct Cars has announced a limited-edition camper van created in collaboration with workwear brand Dickies. Based on the Daihatsu Hijet Truck, it will debut at the Tokyo Camping Car Show from July 11, 2026, with orders open until June 28, 2027.

The couple Yuta and Ryoko spent 600 days visiting all 1,204 roadside stations (michi-no-eki) in Japan, sleeping in their kei car. After the trip, they bought a Toyota HiAce and converted it into a camper van. The route required careful planning around station hours, and some stations had to be revisited on open days to collect stamps.

EcoFlow has launched a promotion on its DELTA 3 Max Plus portable power station (2048 Wh, 3000 W) and WAVE 3 portable air conditioner. The discount via Best Car Web promo code is approximately 40% (about 100,000 yen). DELTA 3 Max Plus supports expansion up to 6000 Wh and operates at around 30 dB noise level. WAVE 3 includes a pet care feature that automatically activates cooling when room temperature exceeds a preset range (25–45 °C).

Blogger Takuya Camp introduced on Instagram a device that addresses both ventilation and security issues during overnight stays in motorhomes. The product is designed for vehicles converted for sleeping and requires no complex installation.

Nissan Pies Field Craft launched the Craft Camper Oasis, a camper van conversion based on the Nissan Caravan. It seats 5 and sleeps up to 4. The interior features two living modes: a rear-facing second row and a front dinette option. The bed height is adjustable in three steps, and the mattress length extends to 1800 mm. Prices start at 5,757,400 yen.