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Japan has opened two RV parks: 'Hinokuni Dog Run Auto Camp' in Aso (Kumamoto) with views of Mount Aso, and 'RompersdogRun&Site' in Nagano. Both allow overnight stays with dogs.
Japan's network of paid RV parks for motorhomes is expanding. In Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture, the 'Hinokuni Dog Run Auto Camp' (also called 'Hinokuni Dog Run Auto Camp RV Park') has opened. It sits at the foot of the Aso-Gotake mountains and offers views of the Aso peaks. The site features a dog run and allows overnight stays with dogs.
In Nagano Prefecture, the 'RV Park RompersdogRun&Site' has opened. It accommodates up to four vehicles and provides electricity, water, and toilets. Dogs are allowed off-leash. Overnight fees start from 12,001 yen.
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In Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture, the 'Hinokuni Dog Run Auto Camp' RV Park is available. It offers views of the Aso mountains and time with your dog. ...
In Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture, the 'Hinokuni Dog Run Auto Camp' RV Park is available. It offers views of the Aso mountains and time with your dog. The facility is for motorhomes and campers, suitable for overnight stays.
A new RV park, 'Hinokuni Dog Run Auto Camp', has been introduced in Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture. It offers views of the Aso Five Peaks and is designed fo...
A new RV park, 'Hinokuni Dog Run Auto Camp', has been introduced in Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture. It offers views of the Aso Five Peaks and is designed for overnight stays in motorhomes with dogs; the site includes a dog run.
Japan is expanding its network of paid RV parks to address the common ban on overnight stays at regular parking areas. A new facility in Nagano Prefec...
Japan is expanding its network of paid RV parks to address the common ban on overnight stays at regular parking areas. A new facility in Nagano Prefecture, 'RV Park RompersdogRun&Site', offers space for four vehicles, providing electricity, water, toilets, and allows dogs off-leash. The overnight fee starts from 12,001 yen.
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