Cooking in your campervan is one of the best parts of van travel in Japan — buy fresh local produce at Michi-no-Eki roadside stations and prepare meals with a view of mountains, ocean, or rice paddies.
What Cooking Gear Is Provided
VanTripJapan includes: portable gas stove, basic pots and pans, utensils, plates, cups, cutting board, and knife. Optional upgraded cookware set available.
Easy Van Meals
- Breakfast: Rice balls (buy at konbini), instant miso soup, eggs + toast on portable stove
- Lunch: Onigiri + salad from supermarket, cup noodles with boiled water
- Dinner: Stir-fried vegetables + local meat, pasta with konbini sauce, hot pot (nabe) in winter
Where to Buy Ingredients
- Michi-no-Eki markets: Fresh local vegetables, fruit, and sometimes meat at half supermarket prices
- Supermarkets: AEON, MaxValu, Sunny — cheap and well-stocked
- Konbini: 7-Eleven, FamilyMart — pre-made meals, snacks, and basics
Pro Tips
- Buy a bag of rice and cook in a portable pot — cheapest meal base
- Michi-no-Eki sell local specialties you cannot find in supermarkets
- Bring a thermos — hot water from konbini for instant coffee/soup
- Clean up thoroughly — leave no mess at parking spots
All cooking gear included with rental
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