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Compare multiple motorhome rental suppliers in Japan easily with Camper Champ. Campervanning offers a unique way to explore Japan's diverse landscapes from Hokkaido to Kyushu. Popular pickup locations include Tokyo, Osaka and Sapporo, with some operators offering one-way rentals between major cities.
Japan's extensive network of Michi-no-Eki roadside stations and auto campgrounds makes it well-suited for motorhome travel, though advance planning is essential due to vehicle size restrictions in urban areas.
Map of Campervan Depots
- AEl Monte RV — 1-2-7 Yamate, Funabashi, Chiba Prefecture, Japan
- BTravellers Autobarn — 311-11 Komaino, Narita, Japan
Driving a Campervan around Japan
- International visitors need an International Driving Permit to drive in Japan. Apply for this in your home country before travel.
- Expressways are tolled. Using the rental ETC card speeds passage and bills based on distance travelled. The Tokyo to Kyoto drive costs about ¥13,000 in tolls.
- Overnight parking is widely accepted at Michi-no-Eki roadside stations. Toilets stay open 24 hours and parking is free.
- Service Areas on expressways have fuel, coin showers and occasional cassette-toilet dump points.
- Many auto campgrounds close between November and April in northern areas due to snow.
- Motorhomes over 2.3 m height often cannot enter urban multi-storey car parks. Look for surface parking lots marked "大型" (large vehicle).
- LPG gas is rare. Most rental campers use petrol so plan fuel stops before long rural drives.
- Speed limits for large vehicles on expressways are generally 80 km/h.
- Large cities have anti-idling rules and may fine drivers who leave engines running whilst parked.
Places to Stay in a Motorhome
| Stop type | Facilities | Typical cost per night |
|---|---|---|
| Auto campground | Power connection. Showers. Laundry. | ¥3,000 to ¥6,000 |
| Michi-no-Eki roadside stop | 24 hour toilets. No power connections. | Free |
| Onsen parking package | Parking plus hot spring entry. No water or waste dump. | ¥1,000 to ¥2,500 |
Michi-no-Eki are government roadside stations that offer free parking and restrooms. Staying overnight in a self-contained campervan is generally accepted, though there are no power connections.
