The car is cool and all, but can we just appreciate how scenic these streets are. Japan is so unique in its vibe. Would love to drive there myself one day.
Yeah and Star Road especially, it's literally right in the middle of a densely built up housing estate. So wild. That's also why we couldn't rev the engines in front of the workshop.
These are quickly becoming my favorite automotive videos to watch on RUclips! They're so beautifully shot and edited. Also the fact that Dino actually knows what he is talking about is a breathe of fresh air when it comes to "Vlog" style videos as well. I do have one question; What camera, lens and gimbal do you use to shoot the more cinematic shots? Keep up the awesome work! Can't wait to see the next video
Dino, I loved this video on the guys at STAR ROAD. I like new cars but resto mods are my absolute favourite. Once again great content and production. I look forward to another one of these local tuner hero stories. Keep living the dream.
Love love star road! They make the best configuration of Z engines compared to any tuning company out there. The way they rev is insane. Wish my 280z with triple webers would rev like theirs.
Really interesting to see the new and old style suspension and subframe stuff there, these cars are gorgeous. Awesome video as always. I'm enjoying this new content push on YT; hope it keeps growing for you.
Thank you Mark. I enjoy doing these vids so much and am over the moon at the reception they are getting! Make sure you check back every Wed & Thu 16:30 JST for new episodes
I always see the L series but what about the Z31 series in Japan where are they doing these types of Z ? That connection I need enjoyed your video bro.
I love these shops, as you say, very Japanese style, and I'm a really big fan of this style cars, as much as I love the kaido racers this is the way I would go if I'll ever have a chance to own a jdm classic, as unfortunately in my country these are as rare as it can possibly get. Anyway, that red Z truly is something, 110% worth the money, as it's pretty obvious that it took a serious amount of man hours to reach that level of perfection, and what really is impressive is that it still is an old car, it still has the original L series and every other bit that, let's say, keep its old car soul alive and well. I wouldn't like it as much if it had a modern engine, those cars have their place, but if you can afford it this really is a special thing.
yes star road content! that orange Z on the lift got me very into fairladys when I saw the spotlight on SH years ago, very cool to see that they're developing it and racing it.
Yeah they certainly never rest on their laurels, they keep moving forward and this vintage JDM car world is insane right now, more money than ever before which ultimately is what helps push R&D
Thank you for going to Star Road so soon after my suggestion! We were at the shop in 2016 and got taken for a spin as well. These cars sound amazing! And well done on the camera work and presentation!
its interesting that they use the later s30 interior, its my preference as well, just a bit more refined... The durability of the l-series block can be attributed to the higher nickle content within the casting, the bore are (usually) in good condition as well.
Love the videos Dino!!! I really like your walk around videos having a look at the ins and outs of certain places like the Benz shop last vid. *Also that was a KPGC110 Kenmeri *C10 is Hako. :P Keep it up bro!
Cool to see shops in their home country. That one you where driving is called a 260 or 280Z in the US do not know exactly the date of that Z, but it has the later dash. In Japan there was no thing as 240Z they where all called Fairlady Z S30 up until 78 I believe. 79 saw the S130
oh man I can't believe I just discovered Dinos' channel. Sublime content, thanks. I built my brothers Lseries on his 260z, I was a JRM Group engine development engineer in uk, these engines are very nice, they go FAST. I would love to work in Japan some day, but fear not being welcome
Absolutely brilliant film. Really got the vibe that you were discovering a properly unknown and secret back street tuner shop, that no-one else knows about, sort of like how it was when I first started getting into the JDM scene back in the late 90's, before the internet and RUclips made it so much more visible and accessible. No doubt the enthusiasm is very real for these cars and it obviously really shows. On the acceleration runs, the sound sort of reminded me of the LFA, with that sort of maniac scream towards the redline. It would be good to maybe talk or interview the owner and hear a bit about his cars, I appreciate not everyone is comfortable talking on camera but it could be a nice extra for any future videos. Top class so far, keep it up.
Love these videos about all kind of shops be it 2 cars garage or big brand ones. But video like this one are true poetry. Your videos are the exact same beasts as your writings : I can really feel the atmosphere thru the media ! 😊
I just discovered your channel , I appreciate all that you do for this world of gear heads we live in. From Africa with love ❤ and the background instrumentals are fiiiirrreee... God bless you fam.
Headphone user here: voice comes and goes, depending on where the camera is pointed. A mic would go a long way, if you find that doable. Music is kiiiiinda loud on transitions, compared to your voice, so I found myself turning the volume up and down. Just a little bit of feedback! Keep it up, glad you're back!
Im sick of getting compliments everytime I am at stop light, gas station etc . Last night at a 7 11 I spent 20minutes answering questions and these sobs couldnt stop complimenting my Z WHICH I BUILT its a 260Z. Last night 6 times I was complimented at stop lights alone. I actually ❤ all appreciatons and compliments! Its crazy cool!!! It never gets old and the stories are aweaome. Example - My wife and I drove of in my 240 after just gettkng married.
That’s just Japan in general. They’ve cornered themselves into tight spaces by starting out too small with everything. I’m still trying to figure out why half of the population needs to live in Tokyo 😂
I come via way of Larry Chen videos. When he is in Japan he always finds you. Next year I will go to Japan...even though I would hate leaving my Two Z Restomods for the week, I plan on spending. I want to do a JDM tour of all these cool shops and the night car meet ,that is so famous..
The silver skyline at the back is a C110 Kenmeri, you can tell the difference from the C10 since it's got a sloped fastback look to it rather than the sedan look of the C10
Thanks a lot, happy to hear that! Uhm I’m sure there is, can’t think of any right now. Saw a yellow one at the RAYS event the other day, really looked like a mango 😆
Great content Dino, love these little hidden corners of Japan… on another note check your audio levels, goes from your low voice to loud music and back…
Thanks Fernando, will do! We're going to move to a proper mic set up shortly so we will iron the issues out. It's also the way the iPhone records audio, it's pretty weird
Hey Dino is this the same shop that was featured in the Discovery Channel Documentary with Rocky Auto,RWB, that Fairlady Shop and another (I can’t recall the cars they would restore)? Also I’m so glad the camera isn’t shaky at all. Makes it so much better to watch on 📺.
Hey! No we didn't film at Star Road for Retro Car Kings. Here is the original announcement I made on Speedhunters about it: www.speedhunters.com/2012/12/the-retro-car-kings/ Unfortunately it's no longer on RUclips as Discovery pulled the copyright card to the guy that was hosing it. Boohoo!
Hope Inoue-san shows you his own self model figurine along w/ his orange car in it made by "Ignition model". It's very funny though exactly looks like him 😅
As the population dwindles in Japan (by Japanese standards), it's really starting to look like the land time forgot imo. I see it all around the countryside and suburbs in Kyoto.
Yeah it's actually something that you'd never know about if you didn't travel outside of massive cities. Every time I drive through the countryside it's almost depressing seeing little villages becoming ghost towns with only a few old farmers living their last few years. The future will be very tough for Japan...and many other countries out there too
True. I owned an original until 1992. Sold it. Big mistake! I managed to find a rust free 240 a few years ago and scooped it up. Now it’s my “forever car”! Never going to sell! 👍🏼
I'm a big Nissan fan, and now my son is too. I'm looking for a father and son project Z or R32, R33 project cat. Do they have anything like that where we can work on an engine, suspension, transmission that need a bit of attention? or do you know of a shop that can has similar, and able to export to USA? thanks! and i love your videos!
The car is cool and all, but can we just appreciate how scenic these streets are. Japan is so unique in its vibe. Would love to drive there myself one day.
Yeah and Star Road especially, it's literally right in the middle of a densely built up housing estate. So wild. That's also why we couldn't rev the engines in front of the workshop.
When Inoue San revs the engine = instant goosebumps!
These are quickly becoming my favorite automotive videos to watch on RUclips! They're so beautifully shot and edited. Also the fact that Dino actually knows what he is talking about is a breathe of fresh air when it comes to "Vlog" style videos as well.
I do have one question; What camera, lens and gimbal do you use to shoot the more cinematic shots?
Keep up the awesome work! Can't wait to see the next video
Thank you so much, feedback like this is amazing to hear!! Camera is a Sony A73 and no gimbal are used
@@dino_dc Thank you for the reply!
Damn you guys have steady hands haha
Japan just is a whole different VIBE ❤❤❤
Dino, I loved this video on the guys at STAR ROAD. I like new cars but resto mods are my absolute favourite. Once again great content and production. I look forward to another one of these local tuner hero stories. Keep living the dream.
Thanks for the feedback, happy to hear you enjoyed it. Have a look at the TA Auto episode too 👍🏻
I never knew a 240 could sound like that or even rev like that that’s crazy whole new appreciation for that motor and the shop
Yeah those L-series respond so well to tuning!
great video. love from osaka 🗾👩🔧❤🔥
Awesome Video! Definitely love seeing these features of smaller bustling shops.
Thank you! There are so many to see, so much character in each
Love love star road! They make the best configuration of Z engines compared to any tuning company out there. The way they rev is insane. Wish my 280z with triple webers would rev like theirs.
Really interesting to see the new and old style suspension and subframe stuff there, these cars are gorgeous.
Awesome video as always. I'm enjoying this new content push on YT; hope it keeps growing for you.
Thank you Mark. I enjoy doing these vids so much and am over the moon at the reception they are getting! Make sure you check back every Wed & Thu 16:30 JST for new episodes
I always see the L series but what about the Z31 series in Japan where are they doing these types of Z ? That connection I need enjoyed your video bro.
Prime content. One of my favorite stops from our trips.
Guess what other Z/GT-R shop we are going to next?
Dino!! Thank you for showcasing Star Road!
I myself, I can't wait to finish my Star Road Hako!
Again, thank you for showcasing Star Road..
Glad you enjoyed it! Good luck on the hako!
Holy crap!! What an awesome soundtrack!
Can’t wait to get back to Japan and build cars!
What will you build?
I love these shops, as you say, very Japanese style, and I'm a really big fan of this style cars, as much as I love the kaido racers this is the way I would go if I'll ever have a chance to own a jdm classic, as unfortunately in my country these are as rare as it can possibly get.
Anyway, that red Z truly is something, 110% worth the money, as it's pretty obvious that it took a serious amount of man hours to reach that level of perfection, and what really is impressive is that it still is an old car, it still has the original L series and every other bit that, let's say, keep its old car soul alive and well. I wouldn't like it as much if it had a modern engine, those cars have their place, but if you can afford it this really is a special thing.
Through your white frames is THE only way to view Japan. Thank you!
EDIT: and those wet scenes with engine noised **chef kiss**
Thank you!!!
Love it! Those noises are intoxicating! 👌💯🤙
Noises like that are the reason EV cars just will never resonate with our generation of car guys & gals
Great video, great shop, this is what Japanese car modification is all about, nice setting, quality visuals. Dino does it all.
Thank you, but the visuals you have to thank Alec (noplans) for!
yes star road content! that orange Z on the lift got me very into fairladys when I saw the spotlight on SH years ago, very cool to see that they're developing it and racing it.
Yeah they certainly never rest on their laurels, they keep moving forward and this vintage JDM car world is insane right now, more money than ever before which ultimately is what helps push R&D
Thank you for going to Star Road so soon after my suggestion!
We were at the shop in 2016 and got taken for a spin as well.
These cars sound amazing! And well done on the camera work and presentation!
Yeah no prob, thanks for reminding me! Hadn't been in so long, it was nice to chat Zs with Inoue-san
its interesting that they use the later s30 interior, its my preference as well, just a bit more refined...
The durability of the l-series block can be attributed to the higher nickle content within the casting, the bore are (usually) in good condition as well.
え～っと、海外のＺ好きなユーチューバーが
わざわざスターロードまで動画撮りに来日したって
ことでOK？
すげーpassionだな。
I see that Larry's visit motivated you to get back to YT! Welcome back!
Yeah it was a a few things that did it!
I have a love for well tuned and sorted NA straight sixes.These Z's are awesome,phenomenal work
Thank you!!!
@@dino_dc could you please do a visit and shoot at T3Tec, NSX specialist in Saitama
Love the videos Dino!!!
I really like your walk around videos having a look at the ins and outs of certain places like the Benz shop last vid.
*Also that was a KPGC110 Kenmeri *C10 is Hako. :P
Keep it up bro!
Thank you! And yes I made a booboo and called it a Hako instead of a Ken & Mary lol
Cool to see shops in their home country. That one you where driving is called a 260 or 280Z in the US do not know exactly the date of that Z, but it has the later dash. In Japan there was no thing as 240Z they where all called Fairlady Z S30 up until 78 I believe. 79 saw the S130
Love the vids can’t believe you don’t have more subscribers please continue the great work and thank you for sharing your experience in japan 🙏🏽🙌🏽
Thank you! I will!! I just restarted this channel 2 weeks ago
Very nice stuff Dino, I'm liking the vibe of this format! Looking forward to more!
Awesome, thank you!
oh man I can't believe I just discovered Dinos' channel. Sublime content, thanks. I built my brothers Lseries on his 260z, I was a JRM Group engine development engineer in uk, these engines are very nice, they go FAST. I would love to work in Japan some day, but fear not being welcome
Absolutely brilliant film.
Really got the vibe that you were discovering a properly unknown and secret back street
tuner shop, that no-one else knows about, sort of like how it was when I first started getting
into the JDM scene back in the late 90's, before the internet and RUclips made it so
much more visible and accessible.
No doubt the enthusiasm is very real for these cars and it obviously really shows.
On the acceleration runs, the sound sort of reminded me of the LFA, with that sort of maniac
scream towards the redline.
It would be good to maybe talk or interview the owner and hear a bit about his cars, I appreciate
not everyone is comfortable talking on camera but it could be a nice extra for any future videos.
Top class so far, keep it up.
Thanks so much for the feedback! Happy these vids are going down so well!
Just subscribed cause love Dino’s calm and collected approach on car culture! Can’t wait to see the other content. Keep up the great videos 👍😁
Thank you!
Such a good sound, gave me goosebumps!
Love these videos about all kind of shops be it 2 cars garage or big brand ones.
But video like this one are true poetry.
Your videos are the exact same beasts as your writings : I can really feel the atmosphere thru the media ! 😊
Thanks so much for the feedback, helps heaps in figuring out if we are doing it well or if we need to change things up!
Nice , couple of 240ZG’s there, love the L motor 3.1!❤
I just discovered your channel , I appreciate all that you do for this world of gear heads we live in. From Africa with love ❤ and the background instrumentals are fiiiirrreee... God bless you fam.
Welcome on board!
@@dino_dc by any chance do you know what kind of front spoiler that blue 240z is running
Headphone user here: voice comes and goes, depending on where the camera is pointed. A mic would go a long way, if you find that doable. Music is kiiiiinda loud on transitions, compared to your voice, so I found myself turning the volume up and down.
Just a little bit of feedback! Keep it up, glad you're back!
Noted thank you. Yes mic is coming!
240z are my favorite car. I love the content! 👌🔥 Japanese shops are like controlled chaos
Organized chaos I like to call it haha. Thanks for the comment & watch!
Im sick of getting compliments everytime I am at stop light, gas station etc . Last night at a 7 11 I spent 20minutes answering questions and these sobs couldnt stop complimenting my Z WHICH I BUILT its a 260Z. Last night 6 times I was complimented at stop lights alone. I actually ❤ all appreciatons and compliments! Its crazy cool!!! It never gets old and the stories are aweaome. Example - My wife and I drove of in my 240 after just gettkng married.
Quality video as always. That Z sounds Fantastic
Love those old Kei
Many thanks!
Great insight dude! Having had a 280z pre-covid I really want to get back into them!! Love the straight 6 screaming! Keep up the great work! :D
Thank you! Nothing quite like a screaming L-series! Hope you get back in one quick!
I love this sound. Only "Custom Made" can get it for you. It's very hard to create that particular sound
5:08 - Fun Fact: there's a Suzuki Whizzkid/Fronte parked-up and wasting away next to the door to inside the _TopGear_ studio at Dunsfold.
That is absolutely random. Wonder what the story is?
@@dino_dc Not sure it's ever been explained. There is/was a garage nearby, so maybe a customer just left it there or something.
So much awesomeness!
It sounds beautiful! What a gem.
Spine tingling!
best video of the shops so far
Thank you!
I guess modernizing classics is a future proof buisness model.
And nice work they´re doing.
It blows my mind how small all these Japanese shops are. I like to watch these videos to find ways to better utilize space in my shop😅
That’s just Japan in general. They’ve cornered themselves into tight spaces by starting out too small with everything. I’m still trying to figure out why half of the population needs to live in Tokyo 😂
This was an incredible video! Gorgeous shots, wonderful commentary. My only complaint is the laundry list you just added to my Z in the garage!
Ahaha, Thank you!
I think I found a gem of a channel!! Love your editing
Wow, thank you!
Nice video Dino! That Z really screamed! Cheers from Florida!
You my friend, have a cool name lol
@@dino_dc right back at you 💪
amazing insight, keep up the good work!
I come via way of Larry Chen videos. When he is in Japan he always finds you.
Next year I will go to Japan...even though I would hate leaving my Two Z Restomods for the week, I plan on spending. I want to do a JDM tour of all these cool shops and the night car meet ,that is so famous..
Thanks for looking for me here 😂 hope you enjoy your trip to Japan!
Fairylady Z S30 is one of my 2 dream cars of my life 🥵🤤
The silver skyline at the back is a C110 Kenmeri, you can tell the difference from the C10 since it's got a sloped fastback look to it rather than the sedan look of the C10
Yeah I know don't worry, I'm just an idiot for using the wrong nickname lol
@@dino_dc Nah you're good, it's not always easy to distinguish different models
Star Road + S30 = Legendary
It sounds like a symphony!
That red one has a magnificent engine ❤
Another good one, Dino. Thank you! :)
No, thank you!!!
Those are some beautiful cars ❤
bruh hands down my favorite automotive channel. Is there any old school mango celica turner shops in Japan?
Thanks a lot, happy to hear that! Uhm I’m sure there is, can’t think of any right now. Saw a yellow one at the RAYS event the other day, really looked like a mango 😆
Great content Dino, love these little hidden corners of Japan… on another note check your audio levels, goes from your low voice to loud music and back…
Thanks Fernando, will do! We're going to move to a proper mic set up shortly so we will iron the issues out. It's also the way the iPhone records audio, it's pretty weird
The Kenmeri is a c110, isn't it? The Hako is the c10 if I'm not mistaken.
Wow, they have so many of them crammed into a tiny space.
That's the stuff dreams are made of. 🤩
Used to love your speedhunter articles!! Had no idea you made a channel! Just subbed and gonna go back and watch all your vids!
Thank you!!
Hey Dino is this the same shop that was featured in the Discovery Channel Documentary with Rocky Auto,RWB, that Fairlady Shop and another (I can’t recall the cars they would restore)?
Also I’m so glad the camera isn’t shaky at all. Makes it so much better to watch on 📺.
Hey! No we didn't film at Star Road for Retro Car Kings.
Here is the original announcement I made on Speedhunters about it:
www.speedhunters.com/2012/12/the-retro-car-kings/
Unfortunately it's no longer on RUclips as Discovery pulled the copyright card to the guy that was hosing it. Boohoo!
@@dino_dc booooo. 😭 thanx for the info.
Soooooooooooooooooooo Cool!!!! Speechless
Keep doing more videos!!
Thank you and I certainly will!
Great amazing video :-)... Very informative
Glad you liked it!
Hope Inoue-san shows you his own self model figurine along w/ his orange car in it made by "Ignition model". It's very funny though exactly looks like him 😅
Ah no way, didn't see that
止まらなければいけないところはちゃんと止まりましょうね･･･!
ルールなので(笑)13:06あたり
Fuel injection doesn’t change the sound of the car. That’s 100% CAM and exhaust
As the population dwindles in Japan (by Japanese standards), it's really starting to look like the land time forgot imo. I see it all around the countryside and suburbs in Kyoto.
Yeah it's actually something that you'd never know about if you didn't travel outside of massive cities. Every time I drive through the countryside it's almost depressing seeing little villages becoming ghost towns with only a few old farmers living their last few years. The future will be very tough for Japan...and many other countries out there too
Very nice work!!
If I may ask what lens does the other guy use for the cinematics?
It looks super clean 👌👌
Thank you! Lenses are a Sigma 35 1.4 and a Sigma 135 1.8
2:46
I'm not sure what I'm lookin at...
Why are there ITBs on top of wrapped headers?
How does that work?
L-series has the intake and exhaust on the same side, muck like a rotary. Weird, I know!
@@dino_dc Thanks. ✌️😁
Love it !!! Thank you
My dream is to have a Star Road or Rocky Auto S30 build. Arigatou gozaimas Dino sama 👑
Douitashimashite!!
Growing up in SoCal in the 70s 80s, these Zs were everywhere, Now, they are very rare birds. It's a shame.
True. I owned an original until 1992. Sold it. Big mistake! I managed to find a rust free 240 a few years ago and scooped it up. Now it’s my “forever car”! Never going to sell! 👍🏼
Great style DC .
Glad you like it! Thank you!
this sounds so good, I'd almost want this in an R32 or R34 lol
Well there is that S14 with an L-series in it! Same place also did the conversion to an R30 Skyline wagon
Good to know even Japanese shops have boxes piled up everywhere and janky ass tools laying around.
With space being a premium, you get to see some very well stocked up workshops lol
8k up shift? Lovely.
I think I replayed 13:10 about 20 times.
井上社長、テツさん🎉
やったね、世界進出！！
Hi Dino, what camera were you using for the dash shot while you guys were doing the test drive?
Sony A73!
Great video. I have a question. Why Japan have red roads? That means to slow down in those areas?
Yes it’s used to highlight dangerous areas so you know to slow down and take care
@Dino DC interesting. They should do that in usa lol. Also makes the roads looks better. I love Japan.
240z 😎🏁
Too bad they didnt have their Aston Green Hakosuka demo car there! Unless it became a customer car or something. That was one of my favorite TAS cars
Yep that was sold
Smashing it Dino - matty
Thanks Matty! Need to come to the UK and do some filming there too!
Sounds like an air-cooled Porsche!
Does anyone know what kind of front spoiler the blue 240z is running?
Grande Dino
👌🏼
Grazie!!
Most likely KGC110 (Kenmari) , GC10 is Hakosuka..... just my 2 cents
I'm a big Nissan fan, and now my son is too. I'm looking for a father and son project Z or R32, R33 project cat. Do they have anything like that where we can work on an engine, suspension, transmission that need a bit of attention? or do you know of a shop that can has similar, and able to export to USA? thanks! and i love your videos!
Thank you! Sounds like a fun project, there are plenty of exporters in Japan, give Andy @ Powervehicles a call and see if he can help
So cool.
Sounds like it revs pretty high for an old engine
8,000 rpm
@@dino_dc that’s how an NA street car gets into your soul.
200k? 😢 that’s a beautiful car but a little out of my price range definitely worth it.
Any idea what RPM that 2nd gear pull was? The one he did before the tunnel. I play this video over and over just to hear it
8 k
@@dino_dc nice! Thanks! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼
One more question: any idea what the differential ratio is? No big deal, you may not know. I’ll ask Inouye-San
What mirrors are the red Z ?
what year was the blue 240z? the one that next to the red one
Not sure but 1969-1973 ish