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Top 10 beaches in Japan

Top 10 beaches in Japan

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

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Our recommended spots in Yamaguchi North

Our recommended spots in Yamaguchi North

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

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The ultimate guide to vanlife in Japan for beginners

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.

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The Japan RV show seen by COCO LENCHO

The Japan RV show seen by COCO LENCHO

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

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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.

Where to sleep while visiting Tokyo with a camper

Where to sleep while visiting Tokyo with a camper

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

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How to find hiking spots while traveling in Japan

How to find hiking spots while traveling in Japan

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

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Explore the Izu peninsula with Ryan Bednar

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.

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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.

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