For those whose stories are written on the roads beneath their wheels,
On the trails beneath their boots,
And on the torrents beneath their paddles.
For those who were born with a desire to wander as much as they wonder,
To roam wherever there’s room,
And to leave behind the familiar in search of the unfamiliar.
For those who choose to live a life of their own invention over convention,
Who prefer free time to screen time,
And who see vast landscapes as ultimate escapes.
Get back to wild.
About Us
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We’re inspired by Japanese attention to detail, design efficiency, and desire for excellence. Yama’s Co-Founder is a proud part of the Japanese Nishiyama family. Nishiyama translates to ‘West Mountain’ and it is the inspiration behind the naming of our company.
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Proud to be leaders in North American adventure van manufacturing
“Their knowledge and craftsmanship are top-notch, and just as important, they share the passion for your van build, which is beyond awesome.”
Yama HQ is located in Calgary's Manchester Industrial Area, where we design and build adventure vans destined for exploration across North America. Since 2018, our team has evolved into a strong collective of specialists in design, cabinetry/finishing, mechanics, manufacturing, logistics, and client experience. Beyond our operational expertise, we’re avid adventurers who can be found hiking, biking, climbing, skiing, and camping when we’re not in the shop. We leverage our outdoor experience to craft adventure vans that are finely tuned for year-round exploration in the Canadian Rockies and beyond.
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9000+ sqft, 4-bay shop in the Manchester Industrial Area of Calgary- Dedicated, specialized team
- Professionally designed builds that combine comfort, capability, and beautiful aesthetics
From our founders
Destination: everywhere.
We build mobile basecamps for people who want to hit the open road and optimize their adventure from the moment it starts. We believe your means of travel should match your lifestyle and we’re here to help you explore further and for longer. We build using only the best materials, we practice sustainability at every turn, and we work with proven partners—all to make our customers’ wildest dreams real. If you, like us, know that the journey is the destination, Yama is where you should start yours.
Our Values
Every day is different at Yama Vans, which is just the way we like it. Many of our team members landed at Yama after doing some big-picture re-evaluating of their own. We attract people who just so happen to love living life outside the box, and outside in general—skiing, climbing, hiking, biking, fishing, and just getting lost. Basically, our team is passionate about making your dream van a reality at least in part because your goals likely overlap with some of their own.
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Be proud, stay humble
From the mundane to the monumental, the Yama team approaches every aspect of their job with the utmost dedication and attention to detail. Everyone stands behind the work they put in and what we’re able to put out when we pull together.
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See the beauty in simplicity
More isn’t more, especially when it comes to material things. Doing more with less minimizes waste and keeps our focus on what matters, leaving room for intentional decision-making.
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Pursue perfection
Taken from the Japanese concepts of Shokunin and Kaizen, the Yama team pursues perfection (while realizing the impossibility of it) through continuous improvement (something that’s always possible).
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Rise to meet challenges
Our team loves overcoming obstacles as much as they love building vans that do the same. We recognize hard things are worth doing and know that positivity yields possibility.
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Enjoy the ride
Don’t take life too seriously, enjoy it. Find joy in every journey and a way to turn left turns into the right adventure.
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