RV Park Light AKAIGAWA TOMO PLAYPARK (Yoichi)

RV Park Light AKAIGAWA TOMO PLAYPARK at a glance

Located in a forest about 1 hour by car from the Niseko and Otaru areas and 1.5 hours from Sapporo. It suits an overnight stop when touring Otaru, Shakotan and Niseko, with a hot spring 10 minutes away by car. (Summarised from the Japan RV Association page.)

Fees (as stated officially)

The official sources state the following. Confirm current fees when you book.

Prices are as listed on the official site (checked 19 Oct 2026).

Facilities

Rules

Notes on the association's facility page: This plan is for "sleeping in your vehicle only." Camping activities are not permitted. *Placing chairs and tables outside is allowed. *Side awnings are OK where size allows. Guests who wish to enjoy camping should reserve the regular free-site plan through our official website and relax within the campground. Activities that produce fire, such as BBQ and campfires, are prohibited in the dedicated area. Thank you for your understanding. *Electricity: available (10A / 1,000W). The breaker will trip if you exceed 10A. If the breaker trips, please switch it back on. *Toilet use: – Until 17:45: the center house or the campground – From 17:45: the campground (about 150 m from the site) *Trash collection: a dedicated trash bin is available. ~Flow of use~ 1. Reserve online in advance 2. Check in at the center house 3. Usage guidance / entry permit issued 4. Move to your parking space <Admission fee> Up to 2 people included in the fee. *For 3 or more people, ¥1,000 per additional person (pay on site). <Parking fee> Not required (included in site use)

Season and winter

Open late Apr–early Nov. Some sites turn off water and dump stations in winter, so confirm what is available before a winter stay.

Getting there: about 118.8 km / 101 min from New Chitose Airport

The nearest airport is New Chitose Airport, about 118.8 km and 101 minutes by road (OSRM routing, excluding breaks and traffic; 72.9 km in a straight line). Address: 北海道余市郡赤井川村明治56. Open in Google Maps　Campgrounds near New Chitose Airport

Surroundings (official guidance)

• Nearby: Hot spring 10 minutes by car (facility description on the Japan RV Association page)

Nearby RV parks (straight-line distance)

The three closest RV parks if you want alternatives for the same night. Filter all of them in the Hokkaido RV park list.

• RV Park Kutchan / Outdoor Park Petoru Kutchan (Kutchan Town, about 19 km, 2,750 JPY+ per night)
• RV Park Hotel Inou (Iwanai Town, about 29 km, 3,300 JPY+ per night)
• RV Park outdoor base TRIOUT (Sapporo City, about 29 km, 999 JPY+ per night)

Nearby campgrounds (straight-line distance)

If a campground would also do, these are the three closest. Filter in the Hokkaido campground list.

• AKAIGAWA TOMO PLAYPARK (Akaigawa Tomo Playpark) Camp (Akaigawa Village, about 1 km, vehicle access Yes)
• MOUNT NIKI (Niki Town, about 13 km)
• Nochiu Outdoor PARK (Niki Town, about 14 km, vehicle access Some pitches)

Renting a campervan

Which campervans you can pick up at New Chitose Airport depends on the company. Once you know where you will stay, the vehicle length and power setup you need become clear too.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an electric hookup?

Power: Yes (10A (1,000W)), fee: Included in the fee (no separate charge is listed on the Japan RV Association page).

Is there a bath?

Bathing: On site.

Can I use it in winter?

Open late Apr–early Nov (official). Details of closures are in the facts table.

Do I need to book?

Booking: Web, phone or email (association page).

Next pages

• RV parks in Hokkaido
• All campgrounds in Hokkaido (filter 437 sites)
• Campgrounds near New Chitose Airport

This site compares campervan rentals in Hokkaido. This page is written from the Japan RV Association facility page and the official website.
Checked: 16 Oct 2026
Sources: Japan RV Association page / Official site