D Car — July 2004
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246 available scans from D Car — July 2004, in right-to-left reading order. Japanese OCR and English translation drafts are available throughout. Drafts have not received exhaustive image proofreading; unreadable source remains recorded in the archival data.
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A roundup of car events happening across Japan! Check them out and join in!
6/12~7/25
Calender
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June 12–13 (Sat–Sun) Tokyo Big Sight, West Exhibition Hall Admission: ¥1,700 in advance / ¥2,000 at the door Inquiries: 03-3360-1821 (office)
180 companies, including parts makers, importers, and shops involved in imported-car customization and tuning.
Tokyo Special Import-Car Show 2004
12~13
http://www.sis-t.net (details)
A wide range of exhibitors will gather, with a special focus on interior customization. They promise never-before-seen products, so visit the show—it is sure to give you ideas.
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June 20 (Sun), rain or shine Yuinomachi, Osaki City, Miyagi 59 cars expected Inquiries: 0229-24-5559
How loud can you make it?
Close the doors and let your car audio system rip!
S-1 GRAND PRIX
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Judges inspect and award the cars in this competition. A large gathering of vehicles with the latest audio equipment will shake the ground—come experience the booming sound!
937 Jozankei, Minami-ku, Sapporo
June 26–27 (Sat–Sun) Tanukinasu Eri, Sapporo Entry: ¥5,000 per car (¥6,000 on the day) Inquiries: 011-882-6767 (Osu Hanamichi)
June 26: illumination and backfire battle. June 27: customization, muffler dB, sound, and more.
Battle Road
June 26–27
Dance battles and more! Show off your car and amaze everyone. The winner takes home the title of Sport Compact King!
June 27 (Sun) Kobe Meriken Park
Free admission
This year the event expands to six locations from Hokkaido to Kyushu. This stop includes tough judging for both appearance and sound…
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Inquiries: event office
This event is held in the Kansai region, where judging is especially rigorous. Sport-compacts with unbelievable audio systems will gather—don’t miss it!
July 2–4 (Fri–Sun) 1-23 Hikida, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Free admission Inquiries: 076-213-3250
Even total beginners who wonder “What is a sport compact?” can join in. See the latest Vibes sport…
Sport Compact Festival Summer 2004
Expect sport-compact demo cars and the newest audio and security demo vehicles. Even beginners are welcome. Saturday goes all night—come party!
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July 3–4 (Sat–Sun) Venue: …
Tuning shop Essential holds its annual big sale. The star item is a cooling…
Grand Appreciation Sale · Summer
101 Komagata-Fujisan, Mizuho, Nishitama District, Tokyo
Inquiries: 042-556-6251
A tuning shop is offering a huge annual sale. The highlight: intercoolers from a leading manufacturer for under ¥60,000, while supplies last. This is a first-come, first-served bargain—do not miss it!
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July 4 (Sun) Saitama Stadium… Admission: ¥1,000 for junior-high students and older; free for others Inquiries: 049-294-9557 (R’s STAGE)
1st R’s STAGE Cup
North Plaza / North Parking Lot / Monument Plaza
Sedans, wagons, sport-compacts, luxury cars, and more will gather for a lively get-together.
A fun car-meet event featuring a contest across genres. It is easy to join and enjoy, so even sport-compact beginners will have a great time!
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July 10 (Sat) Sea House “SEAWEST,” Ishikari Beach Admission: ¥1,500 (includes one drink) Inquiries: 011-668-7227
STAGE DAY VOL. 2
F.K. Service Ltd.
An American-style event celebrating music, cars, and the sea, featuring lowriders, sport-compacts, and luxury cars.
A meeting for everything from lowriders to rally cars. It starts at 8 p.m. and goes until sunrise, with DJs and dance performances too!
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July 11 (Sun) Sagami Lake Picnic Land
Hot Import Challenge Second
163 Sagamiko-cho, Tsukui District, Kanagawa
Inquiries: 046-265-4818
A car show and contest combined with music and fashion events. The setting is a lush lakeside…
The lush lakeside location makes for surprisingly beautiful photo opportunities. Bring the family or a date and enjoy a picnic too.
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July 20 (Tue) Shibuya O-EAST (formerly ON AIR EAST) Admission: ¥3,850 (¥3,350 in advance) Inquiries: 042-320-5556 (Crossroad office)
LIVE IS LIFE Summer Festival Special
A high-energy music event created by hip-hop and reggae icons. A custom car with graffiti paint will be given away to one lucky attendee!
The car has not yet been announced, but with reggae involved, expect a very colorful paint job!
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July 25 (Sun) Remote island in Kyushu (inquire for details) Admission: ¥3,500 men / ¥3,000 women Inquiries: 093-531-9179 Details: http://riderscafe.jp
DUB Rider’s Cafe Beach Party
Rider’s Cafe in Kitakyushu is again holding its midsummer beach party on a remote island. There will be buggy…
A North Kyushu riders’ café is holding its annual midsummer beach party on a deserted island. The event heats up with races, a wakeboard contest, and other marine sports. Plenty of girls will be there too—the gal contest is a highlight!
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