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| == Current Events == | == Current Events == | ||
| - | * See current events [[Japan]] | ||
| * Search for '''Vintage Car Events'' in Japan. Use these keywords: | * Search for '''Vintage Car Events'' in Japan. Use these keywords: | ||
| - | 2007 ???? ?? | + | *: 2007 ヴィンテージ カーの イベント |
| - | http://google.com | + | *: [http://www.google.com/#sclient=psy-ab&hl=en&source=hp&q=2007+%E3%83%B4%E3%82%A3%E3%83%B3%E3%83%86%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B8%E3%82%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AE%E3%82%A4%E3%83%99%E3%83%B3%E3%83%88&pbx=1&oq=2007+%E3%83%B4%E3%82%A3%E3%83%B3%E3%83%86%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B8%E3%82%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AE%E3%82%A4%E3%83%99%E3%83%B3%E3%83%88&aq=f&aqi=&aql=&gs_sm=e&gs_upl=5531l5688l1l5922l2l2l0l0l0l0l141l141l0.1l1l0&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.,cf.osb&fp=8a96cfe253cbd931&biw=1016&bih=563 Google search] |
| == Recurring Events == | == Recurring Events == | ||
| * [[Aoba Auto]] Sunny-Truck Meeting | * [[Aoba Auto]] Sunny-Truck Meeting | ||
| + | * [http://www.google.com/#sclient=psy&hl=en&q=Daikoku-Futo Daikoku-Futo] informal car meet - also includes a swap meet. Daikoku-futo is a parking/rest area off the infamous Rainbow bridge just out of Yokohama Japan. | ||
| + | *: [http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n278/back-off-my-garage/Japanvisit704.jpg http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n278/back-off-my-garage/th_Japanvisit704.jpg] | ||
| + | *: [http://www.google.com/#sclient=psy&hl=en&q=%E5%A4%A7%E9%BB%92%E5%9F%A0%E9%A0%AD 大黒埠頭] | ||
| * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=9267 Nagano Sunny Meet] (April) | * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=9267 Nagano Sunny Meet] (April) | ||
| * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=18104&forum=8&start=20 Nagano Classic Car Festival] | * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=18104&forum=8&start=20 Nagano Classic Car Festival] | ||
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| * Nagoya Nostalgic Car Show (November) | * Nagoya Nostalgic Car Show (November) | ||
| * Hot Olds Meet | * Hot Olds Meet | ||
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| == Nissan Stuff == | == Nissan Stuff == | ||
| - | * [[wikipedia:Yokohama|Yokohama]], not too far from Tokyo | + | * [[wikipedia:Yokohama|Yokohama]], right next to Tokyo |
| - | * [[wikipedia:Nissan Stadium|Nissan Stadium] in Yokohama - sports coleseum | + | * [[wikipedia:Nissan Stadium|Nissan Stadium]] in Yokohama - sports colliseum |
| * Nissan Engine Museum | * Nissan Engine Museum | ||
| - | * ?????? - [[Zama Memorial Warehouse]] (by invitation only) | + | * 座間記念車庫 - [[Zama Memorial Warehouse]] (by invitation only) |
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| == Car Lots == | == Car Lots == | ||
| - | * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=9346 Aoba Auto]] "The Sunny Truck Shop" in Yokohama specializes in Datsun 1200 trucks. They also sell accessories and parts | + | * [[Aoba Auto]] "The Sunny Truck Shop" in Yokohama specializes in Datsun 1200 trucks. They also sell accessories and parts |
| * http://www.ms-musashino.co.jp specializes in Classic Cars, and often has a Datsun 1200 ute, Skyline and other cool cars | * http://www.ms-musashino.co.jp specializes in Classic Cars, and often has a Datsun 1200 ute, Skyline and other cool cars | ||
| * Vintage Garage Sepia (Asahi Motor Sales Co., Ltd.), specializes in vintage cars and always has some 1960s/1970s Datsun/Nissan for sale. http://www.rakuten.ne.jp/gold/sepia/map.htm In Saitama prefecture, suburb north of Tokyo. | * Vintage Garage Sepia (Asahi Motor Sales Co., Ltd.), specializes in vintage cars and always has some 1960s/1970s Datsun/Nissan for sale. http://www.rakuten.ne.jp/gold/sepia/map.htm In Saitama prefecture, suburb north of Tokyo. | ||
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| * OK Racing http://www.okracing.jp/guide.html | * OK Racing http://www.okracing.jp/guide.html | ||
| * OK Racing parts: http://openuser.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/user/ok_racing2003 | * OK Racing parts: http://openuser.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/user/ok_racing2003 | ||
| - | ** ?435-0006 ???????????? 1856 | + | ** 〒435-0006 |
| + | ** 静岡県浜松市東区下石田町 1856 | ||
| ** 1856, Shimoishida-cho, Higashi-ku, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Pref., Japan | ** 1856, Shimoishida-cho, Higashi-ku, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Pref., Japan | ||
| == Auto Parts == | == Auto Parts == | ||
| [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=9301 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/9301.jpg] | [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=9301 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/9301.jpg] | ||
| - | * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=9346 Aoba Auto]] "The Sunny Truck Shop" in Yokohama specializes in Datsun 1200 trucks, accessories and parts. Order ahead of time by email and pick up parts there. | + | * [[Aoba Auto]] "The Sunny Truck Shop" in Yokohama specializes in Datsun 1200 trucks, accessories and parts. Order ahead of time by email and pick up parts there. |
| * Sunny Special Shop - Matsuoka-M | * Sunny Special Shop - Matsuoka-M | ||
| * Katori Auto, Katori Chiba Prefecture specializes in Sunny Truck parts and even has some vintage Datsun parts | * Katori Auto, Katori Chiba Prefecture specializes in Sunny Truck parts and even has some vintage Datsun parts | ||
| * Autobacs (various locations). This is a big auto parts store with a different culture, and sometimes they have a good selection of used parts | * Autobacs (various locations). This is a big auto parts store with a different culture, and sometimes they have a good selection of used parts | ||
| * [http://www.pitroad-ts.com/englishpage/A-contents.htm Pitroad] - Legendary A-series racers. They sell parts too. | * [http://www.pitroad-ts.com/englishpage/A-contents.htm Pitroad] - Legendary A-series racers. They sell parts too. | ||
| - | * Yokohama South. A small shop in Yokohama. Order ahead of time, pick up. Don't forget to take pictures of thier famous Datsun 1200 [[B120|Sunny Truck]]. | + | * [[South Yokohama]]. A small shop in Yokohama. Order ahead of time, pick up. Don't forget to take pictures of thier famous Datsun 1200 Truck |
| + | *: http://datsun1200.com/uploads/thumbs/9322.jpg | ||
| * http://www.matsuoka-m.com in Yokohama. Not easy to get to by train. | * http://www.matsuoka-m.com in Yokohama. Not easy to get to by train. | ||
| * [http://www.tomei-p.co.jp/_2003web-catalogue/027_kisyubetsu_a.html Tomei] - Legendary A-series engine builder. They sell parts too."engine room where there was a line of 1000+hp GTR engines, there was this little dude at the end building a little A13 Engine for the little yellow Tomei Replica 1200 Coupe. He couldnt believe it when I told him I play around with them at home. My mate was with me and was spending $80,000 dollars with them, but the engine guy only wanted to talk to me about his little A-series Engine, it was his little pet project, and something different to GTR engines :)" | * [http://www.tomei-p.co.jp/_2003web-catalogue/027_kisyubetsu_a.html Tomei] - Legendary A-series engine builder. They sell parts too."engine room where there was a line of 1000+hp GTR engines, there was this little dude at the end building a little A13 Engine for the little yellow Tomei Replica 1200 Coupe. He couldnt believe it when I told him I play around with them at home. My mate was with me and was spending $80,000 dollars with them, but the engine guy only wanted to talk to me about his little A-series Engine, it was his little pet project, and something different to GTR engines :)" | ||
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| * Junkyards mostly have very new cars (within five years old). Just as in most countries, some are browsing-friendly, most are not. If possible take a Japanese speaker with you. Idea: ask for a JAF badge or car badges in general (get this written down on a card if possible before you visit the wrecking yard). | * Junkyards mostly have very new cars (within five years old). Just as in most countries, some are browsing-friendly, most are not. If possible take a Japanese speaker with you. Idea: ask for a JAF badge or car badges in general (get this written down on a card if possible before you visit the wrecking yard). | ||
| * [[Parts Sources#Japan Mail Order]] | * [[Parts Sources#Japan Mail Order]] | ||
| - | + | * Nissan Parts Business (various cities) 日産部品. Have a list of part numbers ready, and go back in three days to pick up the parts. Prices are similar to USA Nissan parts prices. | |
| Remember that parts bought to make a profile (for resale) are likely subject to full customs fees. Parts for your own use are usually subject to a dollar amount (like $400 for returning to USA). | Remember that parts bought to make a profile (for resale) are likely subject to full customs fees. Parts for your own use are usually subject to a dollar amount (like $400 for returning to USA). | ||
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| == Travel Tips == | == Travel Tips == | ||
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| == Bookstores == | == Bookstores == | ||
| + | * [http://japanesenostalgiccar.com/blog/2009/03/13/book-garage-japanese-car-brochure-heaven/ Book Garage] | ||
| * [[Kinokuniya bookstore]] (various locations) including the flag store in [[wikipedia:Shinjuku|Shinjuku/Shinjyuku]]. They have the best car magazine selection but prices are high (most magazines are $7 USD or more) | * [[Kinokuniya bookstore]] (various locations) including the flag store in [[wikipedia:Shinjuku|Shinjuku/Shinjyuku]]. They have the best car magazine selection but prices are high (most magazines are $7 USD or more) | ||
| * Book Off (various locations) -- used books and magazines. They typically have a few auto books, but always have some like-new Magazines for as little as 100 yen. Their new magazine is good. | * Book Off (various locations) -- used books and magazines. They typically have a few auto books, but always have some like-new Magazines for as little as 100 yen. Their new magazine is good. | ||
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| == Car Magazines == | == Car Magazines == | ||
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| * http://www.showa99.co.jp | * http://www.showa99.co.jp | ||
| * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=19747&forum=1 Best Motoring] | * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=19747&forum=1 Best Motoring] | ||
| - | * [[Nostalgic Hero]] | + | * [[Magazines#Japan|Nostalgic Hero]] |
| - | * [[J's Tipo]] | + | * [[Magazines#Japan|J's Tipo]] |
| - | * [[Vintage]] | + | * [[Magazines#Japan|Vintage/Lightning]] |
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| + | == Museums == | ||
| + | * 自動車博物館 [http://mmj-car.com/ Motorcar Museum of Japan] "Secret Museum" | ||
| + | * 日産エンジン博物館 [Nissan Engine Museum] | ||
| + | Yokohama | ||
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| * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=22146&forum=8&start=20 Hello from Japan] | * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=22146&forum=8&start=20 Hello from Japan] | ||
| - | + | [[Category:User Community]] | |
| - | [[Category:Community]] | + | |
Current revision
Taking a trip to Japan? Here is some Datsun 1200-centric information you might find helpful.
And don't forget to pick up lots of Choro-Q for presents to all your Datsun 1200 mates.
Contents |
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Current Events
- Search for 'Vintage Car Events in Japan. Use these keywords:
- 2007 ヴィンテージ カーの イベント
- Google search
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Recurring Events
- Aoba Auto Sunny-Truck Meeting
- Daikoku-Futo informal car meet - also includes a swap meet. Daikoku-futo is a parking/rest area off the infamous Rainbow bridge just out of Yokohama Japan.
- Nagano Sunny Meet (April)
- Nagano Classic Car Festival
- Nismo Festival
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swap meet
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- Nagoya Classic Car Show (June)
- Nagoya Nostalgic Car Show (November)
- Hot Olds Meet
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Nissan Stuff
- Yokohama, right next to Tokyo
- Nissan Stadium in Yokohama - sports colliseum
- Nissan Engine Museum
- 座間記念車庫 - Zama Memorial Warehouse (by invitation only)
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Car Lots
- Aoba Auto "The Sunny Truck Shop" in Yokohama specializes in Datsun 1200 trucks. They also sell accessories and parts
- http://www.ms-musashino.co.jp specializes in Classic Cars, and often has a Datsun 1200 ute, Skyline and other cool cars
- Vintage Garage Sepia (Asahi Motor Sales Co., Ltd.), specializes in vintage cars and always has some 1960s/1970s Datsun/Nissan for sale. http://www.rakuten.ne.jp/gold/sepia/map.htm In Saitama prefecture, suburb north of Tokyo.
- http://www.dons-gallery.com Don's Gallery usually has several Sunny Trucks among their classic car inventory. Fujisawa, Kanagawa
- Any small used-car lot. The smaller the better. This is where you can find old cars (though it is unlikely you'll find any Datsuns)
- OK Racing http://www.okracing.jp/guide.html
- OK Racing parts: http://openuser.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/user/ok_racing2003
- 〒435-0006
- 静岡県浜松市東区下石田町 1856
- 1856, Shimoishida-cho, Higashi-ku, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Pref., Japan
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Auto Parts
- Aoba Auto "The Sunny Truck Shop" in Yokohama specializes in Datsun 1200 trucks, accessories and parts. Order ahead of time by email and pick up parts there.
- Sunny Special Shop - Matsuoka-M
- Katori Auto, Katori Chiba Prefecture specializes in Sunny Truck parts and even has some vintage Datsun parts
- Autobacs (various locations). This is a big auto parts store with a different culture, and sometimes they have a good selection of used parts
- Pitroad - Legendary A-series racers. They sell parts too.
- South Yokohama. A small shop in Yokohama. Order ahead of time, pick up. Don't forget to take pictures of thier famous Datsun 1200 Truck
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- http://www.matsuoka-m.com in Yokohama. Not easy to get to by train.
- Tomei - Legendary A-series engine builder. They sell parts too."engine room where there was a line of 1000+hp GTR engines, there was this little dude at the end building a little A13 Engine for the little yellow Tomei Replica 1200 Coupe. He couldnt believe it when I told him I play around with them at home. My mate was with me and was spending $80,000 dollars with them, but the engine guy only wanted to talk to me about his little A-series Engine, it was his little pet project, and something different to GTR engines :)"
- Up Garage - auto parts store that has some used-car-parts store.
- Nissan Parts Business (various locations). Don't go to a new-car dealer. Have your part numbers written down before you arrive.
- Junkyards mostly have very new cars (within five years old). Just as in most countries, some are browsing-friendly, most are not. If possible take a Japanese speaker with you. Idea: ask for a JAF badge or car badges in general (get this written down on a card if possible before you visit the wrecking yard).
- Parts Sources#Japan Mail Order
- Nissan Parts Business (various cities) 日産部品. Have a list of part numbers ready, and go back in three days to pick up the parts. Prices are similar to USA Nissan parts prices.
Remember that parts bought to make a profile (for resale) are likely subject to full customs fees. Parts for your own use are usually subject to a dollar amount (like $400 for returning to USA).
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Travel Tips
- Take a few photos of your family, house, Datsun 1200, countryside, etc. They make great conversation starters, and allow you to tell others something about yourself even if you don't speak Japanese.
- Take a card with a Datsun 1200 on it, to show people. Young and old will find it interesting that you like old vintage Japan vehicle. Older folks will sometimes tell a story about Datsuns.
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Bookstores
- Book Garage
- Kinokuniya bookstore (various locations) including the flag store in Shinjuku/Shinjyuku. They have the best car magazine selection but prices are high (most magazines are $7 USD or more)
- Book Off (various locations) -- used books and magazines. They typically have a few auto books, but always have some like-new Magazines for as little as 100 yen. Their new magazine is good.
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Car Magazines
- http://www.superhero.co.jp
- http://www.suzukijidosya.co.jp
- http://www.autozebra.co.jp
- http://www.carboy.co.jp
- http://www.showa99.co.jp
- Best Motoring
- Nostalgic Hero
- J's Tipo
- Vintage/Lightning
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Museums
- 自動車博物館 Motorcar Museum of Japan "Secret Museum"
- 日産エンジン博物館 [Nissan Engine Museum]
Yokohama
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Discussions
Discussion in the Datsun1200.com forums: