JAPANESE-BRAND（Japanese Brand） Article List
Beauty of Vintage: The Mazda ‘Porter Cab’ in Focus
The Mazda 'Porter Cab' is unforgettable once you've seen its bland face. It was at the "360! All Together in OSAKA" event held in Osaka that I spotted such an adorable-looking Porter Cab. Among the many 360cc kei-cars gathered and many rare vehicles were seen, the Porter Cab was the only entry.
Beyond Off-Road: Exploring Mitsubishi Triton’s On-Road Prowess
Mitsubishi's new pickup truck, the Triton, was introduced to the Japanese market for the first time in 13 years. We have test-driven the full-fledged off-roader, which uses a ladder frame, not only off-road but also on-road. We explore its all-round capability, which has won the author's strong praise.
Marvel of Engineering: Inside the Mazda R360 Coupe
The R360 Coupe, as its name suggests, was Mazda's first four-wheeled passenger car, a 360 cc kei-car launched in 1960.
Charm of the Commons: Why the Fairlady Z Nismo Stands Out
We took a long-distance test drive of the Nissan Fairlady Z Nismo, a hot 2024 model that has appeared amid a lack of progress in new car deliveries. We report on the Z's "genuine tuning car" capabilities, which has attracted a great deal of attention as a "well-loved affordable sports car".
Exploring the Depths: Mr. KP’s GR Yaris and Its Vibrant Customization
The Toyota "GR Yaris" is favored by a wide range of owners, from serious circuit racers to custom street-use users. Here is the GR Yaris of Mr. "KP", the organizer of the "GR Yaris owner's meeting in Tenryu-kyo" held on April 13, 2024, in Nagano Prefecture.
Legacy of Minica: The Hidden Gems of Mitsubishi
A large number of 360cc kei-cars gathered in Osaka. We focus on one car we saw at the event. This time we introduce the Mitsubishi Minica Skipper, a small sports coupe. This car, which looks like a compact version of the Galant GTO, was a short-lived classic.
Unveiling the Rarity: A Young Automotive Engineer’s Love for a Japanese Midship Open Car
Do you know the MR Spyder, an open sports car that Toyota Technocraft once produced just 92 units based on the second-generation Toyota MR2? 31-year-old Mr. Masato Itokawa has been lucky enough to have this rare car for nine years. We asked him why he, a professional automotive engineer, is so in love with it.
Resurrecting Glory: The GT-R LM Limited’s Story of Renewal and Revival
The "Kyushu☆GT-R Meeting 2023" held in Kumamoto Prefecture on October 22, 2023, attracted a large number of GT-R owners from the so-called second generation onward, starting with the R32 model. There we spotted one blue Nissan R33 "GT-R" LM Limited. We interviewed the owner, Mr. Kawamura.
