When you think about Japanese culture and all that it entails, you may think of sushi, anime, cats, sumo wrestling, or Godzilla, but custom supercars may not be the first thing that comes to mind. You may be surprised to find out that Japan is well known for its after-dark modified car scene.
Follow the New Zealand-based drift racer known as Mad Mike as he ventures onto the streets of Japan in this 12-minute documentary Nihon Nights, in which Mad Mike uncovers some very interesting facts about the scene. Get to know the people who build and drive custom cars all over Japan, and learn what drives them.
Japan’s custom supercar culture isn’t about impressing others. In a lot of ways, it’s about taking something that you personally have a connection with and transforming it into something that you enjoy even more — and if everyone else loves it too, that’s just a happy bonus.