This guide covers the best summer festivals within a 7-hour drive of Tokyo — from Osaka in the south to Aomori in the north — plus the seasonal foods and flavours worth going out of your way for.

Planning Japan summer travel? Discover what summer in Japan is really like, how to beat the heat, and why a campervan road trip is the best way to explore.

Dreaming of camping in Japan with Mt. Fuji right outside your window? If you’re planning a Japan road trip, exploring the Fuji Five Lakes by campervan is one of the most unforgettable experiences you can have. With a premium campervan rental Japan, you gain the freedom to travel at your own pace, stay close to nature, and wake up to iconic mountain views.