The Founders’ Story | Steven & Cisy’s Camper Journey
- Sora Campers Japan
- Mar 23
- 3 min read
Behind every journey, there is always a story worth telling.
Steven and Cisy are a retired couple from Hong Kong — and the heart and soul behind our camper business. They did not begin their careers in tourism or camping. Instead, this path unfolded naturally, shaped by years of genuine travel experiences that slowly led them here.

1️⃣ What Did They Do Before This?
Before starting this venture, Steven and Cisy spent many years working in Hong Kong, living the fast-paced rhythm of city life. After retirement, they finally had time that truly belonged to them.
That was when they began to reflect:
Does travel always have to mean rushing through itineraries, chasing landmarks, and navigating crowded transport systems?
With this shift in mindset, they started exploring new ways to travel — searching for a way to rediscover the feeling of journeying for themselves, not just following a schedule.
2️⃣ Why Did They Fall in Love with Camper Travel?
In 2018, Steven and Cisy began driving different types of campervans across Europe.
Throughout those journeys, they experienced a wide range of designs and layouts — from large motorhomes to various converted vans. Along the way, they carefully discovered what truly balanced freedom, safety, and comfort.
In the end, they chose the 4WD rooftop camper as their favourite travel companion.
Whether navigating mountain roads, countryside lanes, or more challenging terrain, this setup allowed them to travel with confidence and ease. Rather than limiting the journey, it enhanced it.

They were captivated by the philosophy:
Your vehicle is your home. The road is your itinerary.
Camper travel meant no daily packing and unpacking, no rushing for trains or buses, and no squeezing through crowded tourist spots.
Instead, they could stay wherever felt right:
Waking up beside a quiet lake
Watching the sunset slowly dip below the horizon
Resting peacefully under a sky full of stars
Compared to conventional independent travel, camper journeys offered something deeper — a sense of calm, freedom, and a genuine connection with nature.
3️⃣ Why Japan — and Why Kansai?
After COVID, Japan reopened to international travel.
Steven and Cisy returned and experienced a camper journey around Mount Fuji. That trip became a turning point. For the first time, they seriously considered an idea:
“What if we could share this sense of freedom, comfort, and meaningful travel with more people?”
Many travelers know Mount Fuji, Tokyo, and Osaka. But Japan is also home to countless natural treasures that remain quietly undiscovered.

They ultimately chose Kansai — a region whose beauty is often underestimated:
The vast and tranquil shores of Lake Biwa
The serene, sacred atmosphere of Mount Kōya
The dramatic coastlines and abundant campsites of Shirahama and Wakayama
These places may be less crowded, but they offer something more authentic — a deeper kind of travel experience.
Steven and Cisy hope that through camper travel, they can introduce the natural beauty of Kansai to visitors from Hong Kong, Taiwan, and around the world.
🌿 A Journey That Continues
For Steven and Cisy, this is more than a business. It is a continuation of their life journey.
They hope that every traveler who sets off in one of their campers will feel the same sense of freedom and joy they experienced on their very first camper adventure.
Travel is not only about where you’ve been —
But the paths you’ve taken and the memories that remain.
And that is what they most wish to share.
Are you ready to begin?



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