Go Your Own Way
Bothie Campers is a creative travel service based in Hida, Japan.
We help curious travellers build roadtrips that are flexible, hands-on & personally meaningful - whether you're making something, learning something, or just following where inspiration takes you.
We provide the vehicle, the gear, and the practical know-how - along with fieldguides, local insights & booking support - so you can experience Japan at your own pace, on your own terms.
Camp or stay in a ryokan, chase festivals, visit artists or surf wild coastlines - it's your journey to shape.
Our Roadtrip Playlist Pick: Artist; Cuushe, Faded Corners & Music for '湖 Awaumi', Daughter x Kazuhei Kimura video directed by Tao Tajim
Launching September 2025
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Use code Bothie25 for 25% Prelaunch Discount
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Launching September 2025 * Use code Bothie25 for 25% Prelaunch Discount *
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![Three people enjoying an outdoor foot bath, laughing and relaxing on a wooden bench. © Bothie Campers]()
1. Camper Hire + Camping Gear
Cars & campers ready for the perfect roadtrip. We provide the right gear, practical info & flexible options to support your style of travel.
- Full camping kits
- One-hour driving orientation
- Optional one-way hire
- Local pickup & drop-off anywhere in Japan
- Ryokans, guesthouses, campground bookings -
![Japanese ukiyo-e depicting a person in blue kimono with a bowl and chopsticks. © Bothie Campers]()
2. Gluten-Free Travel Tools
We've partnered with the ITADAKI Gluten-Free Project to make travel safe & delicious for gluten-sensitive travellers in Tokyo, or in the tiniest countryside town.
We offer:- Translation Cards for Dining Out
- Free gluten-free fieldguides
- Camp kitchens for self-catering
- Guidance on sourcing safe groceries across Japan -
![Adrian and Konrad walking by the river in Hida Furukawa]()
3. Fieldguides & Routes
We’ve mapped the roads less travelled. Get curated driving routes, insider guides, and local tips - no rigid itinerary required.
- Slow travel fieldguides
- Seasonal trip ideas
- Maker & studio visits
- Michi-no-eki & hot spring stops -
![Close-up of textured, layered wooden Hida Takumi carving on charred wood base. © Bothie Campers]()
4. Booking Service
Let us take care of the logistics:
- Private guides, translators, teachers
- Specialist bookings for classes, studios, workshops & mentors
- Group bookings, niche services, and regional experiences -
![Waterfall cascading over rocks with a small wooden shrine in a lush forest setting in the Hida Mountains. © Bothie Campers]()
5. Accessibility & Support
Inclusive travel is at the heart of what we do.
- Wheelchair-accessible vehicle & tour options
- Medical and dietary support (concierge available)
- Custom trip support for specific needs
