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Why ferries are a smart move for a van trip in Japan
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Why ferries are a smart move for a van trip in Japan

One of the easiest ways to improve a van trip in Japan is to use ferries to build a bigger loop, avoid backtracking, and connect regions more naturally.

1 day ago
Samurai Campers: The biggest camper vans fleet with more than 150 cars
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Samurai Campers: The biggest camper vans fleet with more than 150 cars

Samurai Campers is a premium campervan rental company serving travelers near Narita, Osaka, and Fukuoka, with more expansion planned across Japan.

2 days ago
Meet Tokyo RV, a campervan rental company near Haneda
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Meet Tokyo RV, a campervan rental company near Haneda

Based in Tokyo near Haneda Airport, Tokyo RV offers straightforward campervan rentals and English-friendly support for travelers exploring Japan by road.

4 days ago
Our recommended spots in South of Miyazaki
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Our recommended spots in South of Miyazaki

A tropical atmosphere awaits your adventure in the south of Miyazaki. Discover our favorite spots to sleep in a camper van in Miyazaki

2 weeks ago
Tattoo-Friendly Onsen in Hokkaido: Where to Soak Without Stress
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Tattoo-Friendly Onsen in Hokkaido: Where to Soak Without Stress

Traveling Hokkaido with tattoos? Here are the onsen and hot springs that genuinely welcome inked visitors. organized by region for vanlifers on the road.

1 month ago
Family Vanlife in Japan: Traveling with Kids
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Family Vanlife in Japan: Traveling with Kids

Japan is one of the best countries in the world to travel with children. Here is how to make it work in a van.

1 month ago
Winter in Japan by Van: Snow, Hot Springs, and Quiet Roads
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Winter in Japan by Van: Snow, Hot Springs, and Quiet Roads

Winter transforms Japan into a wonderland of snow, onsen, and solitude. Here is how to embrace the cold season in your camper.

1 month ago
Where to sleep while visiting Tokyo with a camper
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Where to sleep while visiting Tokyo with a camper

Our picks of parking to stay in and sleep when visiting Tokyo.

1 month ago
Top 10 beaches in Japan
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Top 10 beaches in Japan

Our favorite beaches across Japan when you’re not flying to Okinawa.

1 month ago
The ultimate guide to vanlife in Japan for beginners
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The ultimate guide to vanlife in Japan for beginners

Everything you need to know to get started with van life in Japan: from getting a vehicle to finding places to sleep, eat, bathe, and stay safe on the road.

1 month ago
Our recommended spots in Yamaguchi North
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Our recommended spots in Yamaguchi North

Amazing beaches with great sunsets, enjoy the Yamaguchi north coast from spring to autumn

1 month ago
The Japan RV show seen by COCO LENCHO
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The Japan RV show seen by COCO LENCHO

COCO LENCHO brings you to the Japan RV Show 2026 (video)

1 month ago
Summer in Japan by Van: Beaches, Mountains, and Festivals
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Summer in Japan by Van: Beaches, Mountains, and Festivals

Summer means beach hopping, mountain escapes, and festival season. Here is how to survive and thrive in a van during Japan's hottest months.

1 month ago
Spring in Japan by Van: Cherry Blossoms and New Beginnings
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Spring in Japan by Van: Cherry Blossoms and New Beginnings

Spring brings cherry blossoms, mild weather, and the perfect time to start your vanlife journey across Japan.

1 month ago
Autumn in Japan by Van: Crispy Leaves and Clear Skies
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Autumn in Japan by Van: Crispy Leaves and Clear Skies

Autumn brings fiery foliage, comfortable temperatures, and harvest season. This is the secret best season for vanlife in Japan.

1 month ago
Discovering Japan by van

Discovering Japan by van

When traveling in Japan, most tourists choose the shinkansen, speeding through the countryside on the way to the next destination. Discover a different way of traveling—one where transportation becomes part of the journey itself: van life in Japan.

2 months ago
How to find hiking spots while traveling in Japan
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How to find hiking spots while traveling in Japan

Introducing Yamap, the application Japanese people use to find hikes around Japan.

2 months ago
Explore the Izu peninsula with Ryan Bednar
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Explore the Izu peninsula with Ryan Bednar

Only a 2‑hour drive from Tokyo, this talented videographer brings you with him on a 5‑day itinerary exploring the incredible Izu Peninsula.

2 months ago
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Welcome to CampInJapan.com

After enjoying exploring Japan with my van, I decided to create this website to share some tips with fellow vanlifers, RV enthusiasts, and travellers in Japan.

3 months ago
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