Motorhome Adventure Game Outbound Launches April 23, 2026

A traveler spent a night in a motorhome in Rikubetsu, one of Japan's coldest towns, during a snowstorm. The outside temperature dropped to -10.1°C, while the interior of the vehicle barely maintained 0°C. The video of the harsh winter challenge garnered attention from viewers.

Honda has presented the Base Station Prototype, a concept for a modular camping trailer. The lightweight design allows it to be towed by compact SUVs and the brand's electrified vehicles. The prototype offers space for four people, a pop-up roof, and off-grid capability powered by solar panels and a lithium battery.

An owner has upgraded a work-use Nissan NV350 Caravan van for enhanced comfort and a high-fidelity audio system. The professional conversion was carried out by the Japanese workshop BREEZE, which specializes in car audio and customization.

The Japanese company Loperaio started selling used motorhomes on March 2, targeting affluent customers. The offer includes base models like the Fiat Ducato, priced between 800 and 2000 million yen, along with storage services at a certified facility in Saitama Prefecture. A key service is the 'butler' — delivery and pickup of the motorhome at the client's home in Tokyo and Saitama, solving the storage problem for apartment dwellers.

Towa Motors has introduced the Buddy 108 camper van, built on a Daihatsu Hijet Truck chassis. The vehicle is equipped with a 300 Ah lithium-ion battery, an inverter, and an alternator charging system to power appliances and an air conditioner. Pricing starts from around 5 million yen.

A Japanese company has unveiled the Grasshopper camper, built on a kei truck chassis. The vehicle is designed to transport a motorcycle and pets while providing sleeping accommodations. It features a pop-up roof and a modular interior layout.