Japanese camper company Oka Motors has built and converted recreational
vehicles for more than 60 years. Their latest offering definitely lives up to its name.
The Miniature Crise Cozy is a converted Suzuki Every Van, measuring just 3.4 meters long by
1.4 meters wide and 1.9 meters high. Generally in a Kei-size camper conversion, manufacturers
add a pop-up roof to extend the sleeping space, just like we saw with the Active Gear.
But that was not the direction Oka Motors took, instead making it their mission
to cram as much functionality into every square inch of the camper as possible.
It's been designed for the single digital nomad, adventurous couple,
or even up to a family of three with its ingenious design and multiple space-hacking configurations.
Access is via either side's sliding doors
or the rear double doors, allowing easy access to all parts of the camper.
Inside, the multi-cushion sofa can be configured as an office chair,
dining table or converted into a 182cm by 85 cm bed big enough to sleep two.
A countertop and kitchenette span the length of one wall.
It features a sink and mixer, an under-counter microwave,
and an 18-liter fridge that can be accessed from both inside and out.
There is plenty of table space to set up your mobile office,
especially when you flip up the counter extension that doubles as a dinette.
But if you are not cooking or working, that long countertop has other uses as well.
Add in some support panels and an inflatable sleeping pad,
and in no time at all, you have a cozy loft bed that is perfect for anyone under 5ft 10.
It is a tight fit, especially if you are hoping to sleep two adults and a child at the same time,
but they did call it Cozy for a reason.
Powering the lights and appliances are dual 85Ah batteries and a 1500-watt inverter.
Oka Motors offer both battery upgrades up to 200Ah and solar panel options at extra cost.
As for any kind of bathroom, well, you are not going to get one in a camper this size. However,
the kitchen mixer can be pulled out the window
and used as an outdoor shower if you really have to.
The Miniature Cruise Cozy is also fresh on the market, only being released in February of 2022
but has already seen both domestic and international interest.
With two-wheel drive options beginning at 3,272,500 yen or approximately $28,275 U.S.
and 4WD models starting at 3,404,500 yen or around
$29,425 U.S., it is one of the more economical ways to disconnect and live life on the road.
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