Pet-Friendly Campervan Rentals in Hokkaido | Locations Near New Chitose Airport Compared

Traveling Hokkaido with your dog in a campervan. But questions like “which companies actually allow pets?” and “how much extra will it cost?” come up constantly. This article compiles real, operating rental locations in Hokkaido that accept pets, with each company’s conditions compared side by side.

Hotels with pet-friendly rooms are limited and often expensive. In a campervan, your dog travels and sleeps in the same vehicle as you — no kenneling, no leaving them behind. The freedom that opens up is hard to match.

Pet-Friendly Campervan Rental Locations in Hokkaido

These are the confirmed pet-accepting locations near New Chitose Airport, Chitose city, and Tomakomai. Pet policies vary significantly between companies.

Company	Area	Airport Transfer	Pet Policy	Rate (per day)
Moving Inn 新千歳空港店	Tomakomai (approx. 7–10 min from airport)	Free transfer	Allowed · No extra charge	Check official site
旅する車 新千歳空港BASE	Chitose Biba (adjacent to airport)	Free individual transfer	Pet-friendly vehicles available (conditions vary)	From ¥17,600
新千歳CRC	Chitose (approx. 15 min from airport)	Free (pets must take a taxi at own cost)	All vehicles OK · Pets not allowed in shuttle	From ¥19,800
北海道ノマドレンタカー千歳店	Chitose (approx. 7 min from airport)	Free transfer	Dogs only · select vehicles · ¥11,000 cleaning fee	From ¥18,700
フジカーズジャパン千歳レンタルステーション	Chitose (approx. 8 min from airport)	Free transfer	Confirm directly (not stated on official site)	From ¥11,000
ペットドライブレンタカー	Tomakomai	Confirm directly	Allowed · No cage required · Free roam in cabin	From ¥20,900

※ Based on each company’s official site and rental-camper.jp (as of 2025). Rates and conditions are subject to change — always confirm before booking.

Company Highlights

旅する車 新千歳空港BASE

One of the closest bases to New Chitose Airport, offering individual airport transfers. A wide vehicle lineup — SUNDAY COMPACT, TABIVAN, VENUS, and more — includes pet-friendly options. Rates start at ¥17,600/day. Specific conditions (cage requirements, number of pets, etc.) must be confirmed at booking.

新千歳CRC (Campervan Rental Center)

All vehicles allow pets — but there’s an important catch: pets are not allowed in the shuttle vehicle, so guests with pets must arrange their own taxi to the store. The taxi fare from the airport is at the customer’s expense. Shuttle service runs on a regular schedule April 20–October 31 (for non-pet guests).

北海道ノマドレンタカー千歳店

Dogs only, limited to certain vehicle types. Key note: a ¥11,000 cleaning fee applies at return, regardless of trip length. Factor this into your total cost comparison — it applies on short trips just as much as long ones.

ペットドライブレンタカー (Tomakomai)

Based in Tomakomai, this company is rare in allowing pets without a cage requirement and with free movement inside the cabin. A good option for dogs not comfortable in crates, or large breeds without a suitable cage. Airport transfer conditions should be confirmed. Rate from ¥20,900/day.

Moving Inn 新千歳空港店

Located in Tomakomai’s Misawa area, with free airport transfer arriving in about 7–10 minutes. The standout condition: no extra charge for pets — which is genuinely unusual among Hokkaido rental companies. While other operators charge ¥10,000+ in cleaning fees, restrict shuttle access for pets, or limit pet-friendly vehicles, Moving Inn handles pet guests through the same standard process.

In June 2026, large-format campervans were added to the fleet, making it easier to accommodate families and groups traveling with dogs. Check the official site for availability, vehicle types, and current rates.

Moving Inn 新千歳空港店 — Check availability and rates

5 Things to Confirm Before Booking

① Pet surcharge — per trip or per night?

Whether the fee is charged once per rental or per night can dramatically affect your total cost. Always include pet fees in your cost estimate before committing.

② Cage requirement and availability

Most companies require pets to travel in a cage while the vehicle is moving. Cages are rarely provided for rent — bring your own or pack a collapsible one.

③ Number of pets, breed, and weight limits

Some operators allow small dogs only, or set weight limits (e.g. under 10kg). If you’re traveling with a large breed, confirm breed and weight before booking to avoid surprises.

④ Can pets ride in the airport shuttle?

As with 新千歳CRC, some companies allow pets in the campervan but not in their shuttle. This can mean arranging a taxi from the airport, adding time and cost to your arrival day.

⑤ Return cleaning standards

Lingering fur or odor can result in additional cleaning charges. Bring a lint roller and vacuum at return time. For companies with a flat cleaning fee (ノマドレンタカー: ¥11,000), factor that into your total regardless of how clean you return the vehicle.

Equipment to Look for in Pet-Friendly Vehicles

Roof Vent (Ventilator)

A ceiling fan that keeps air circulating even when parked. Essential if your dog will be waiting in the vehicle while you explore. Look for a vehicle with sub-battery power to run it for several hours without the engine.

Floor Material

A wood-finish floor is much easier to clean than carpet — fur vacuums off quickly and cleaning fee risk drops. Check vehicle photos before booking.

FF Heater

A diesel heater that warms the cabin without running the engine. Hokkaido mornings can drop below 10°C from September onward — if you’re traveling in spring or fall, make this a requirement.

Choosing Overnight Spots with a Dog

Location Type	Cost (per night)	Dog-Friendliness
RV Park with Dog Run	¥2,500–4,000	◎ Power + exercise space
Pet-friendly auto campground	¥3,000–6,000	○ Room to run on grass
Michi-no-Eki (roadside station)	Free	△ Leash required · clean up strictly

If you’re staying multiple nights, aim for a dog-run facility at least every other night to prevent under-exercise and restlessness in the cabin.

Model Routes for Hokkaido with a Dog

New Chitose → Lake Shikotsu → Niseko (2 nights / 3 days)

Lake Shikotsu is just 40 minutes from the airport with well-maintained lakeside walking paths — you can be walking with your dog the evening you arrive. Short total distance (~300km) makes it ideal for a dog’s first campervan trip.

Furano & Biei (3 nights / 4 days)

Several lavender farms in July allow leashed dogs. Roadside stations along the route often have dog run facilities, combining rest stops with exercise.

Eastern Hokkaido: Kushiro Marshland → Shiretoko (5 nights / 6 days)

Note that some Shiretoko walking trails ban pets to protect wildlife. Research pet-accessible routes in advance. The scarcity of accommodation in this region is exactly where the campervan advantage is strongest.

Hokkaido-Specific Cautions for Dog Owners

Echinococcus: Keep dogs away from foxes and stream water

Hokkaido’s red foxes carry Echinococcus, a parasitic tapeworm that can infect both dogs and humans. Don’t let your dog approach foxes, drink from streams or rivers, or pick up anything off the ground. Keep these three rules throughout the trip.

Ticks: Full body check after any time in grass

Ticks are active in grassland and bamboo brush from spring through fall. Apply a preventive treatment (spot-on or oral) before leaving, and check ears, armpits, and between toes after camping.

Research vets along your route in advance

Once outside urban areas, veterinary clinics can be far apart. Before you leave, list after-hours or emergency clinics in the major towns along your route (Chitose, Asahikawa, Obihiro, Kushiro) and save them on your phone.

Packing List for a Dog-Friendly Campervan Trip

Category	Item	Notes
Essential	Crate · leash · ID tag	Crate required while driving (company-dependent)
Essential	Vaccination certificate	Required for dog run entry at many facilities
Food	Food · water · bowls	Bring enough for the trip + 1 day extra
Cleaning	Lint roller · odor spray	For pre-return cleanup — always bring
Comfort	Pet mat · towel	Protects bedding; helps with motion sickness
Health	Tick prevention · medication	Obtain from vet before departure