Trailer hotel opens in Japan, doubling as emergency shelter

Japanese builder Nest Tools has launched the 'Lamita' camper van conversion based on the Toyota HiAce Super Long Wide High Roof. It features a partitioned bunk bed, a separate multi-room, and a central galley with a refrigerator and microwave. Price starts at 6,747,200 yen.

Towa Motors Sales launched the Klein 108 Ahre camper van based on the Suzuki Every. It includes a microwave, 15L fridge, 1500W inverter, and 105Ah auxiliary battery. Price starts at ¥3,102,000.

Monthly Jidōsha magazine showcased a custom camper van built on the Suzuki Every kei van. The exterior mimics the Suzuki Jimny off-roader with round headlights and a rugged grille. Inside: faux leather seats, perforated wall panels for gear storage, a pull-out table, and ceiling rod holders. A roof-top tent provides an additional sleeping area. The vehicle is aimed at fishing and camping enthusiasts.

The Minami Aso Field Hotel in Minamiaso Village, Kumamoto Prefecture, opened on May 30, 2026. It offers 34 units, including double-section caravans with private baths and dome tents. Guests have unlimited access to an on-site public bathhouse with a sauna featuring automatic steam injection. Rates start at 20,000 yen per person per night with two meals.

About 70–100 people spent a night in cars at Kumamoto Keirin velodrome to practice earthquake evacuation. The drill focused on preventing economy-class syndrome, using emergency gear, and filling out QR-code surveys.

Colon announced the grand opening of Minamiaso Field Hotel in Minamiaso Village, Kumamoto Prefecture, on May 30. The resort offers 34 units: caravans with private hot springs and dome tents. Guests have unlimited access to the on-site hot spring facility.