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Chiba's 'Drive-in Tokiwa': A Culinary Time Warp Where You Can Still Score an Amazing Lunch for $3.50!65
"Drive-in Tokiwa" in Chiba Prefecture offers a nostalgic trip back to the Showa era.
You can still find incredible lunches at unbelievably low prices (around $3.50 USD!).
The warmth of the regulars and the amazing value will give you a nostalgic pang for simpler times.
Toyota Corolla Cross Facelift Imminent? Expect Updates After 5 Years, Possible High-Performance 150hp+ "GRS" Model70
The Toyota Corolla Cross is reportedly undergoing a mid-cycle refresh.
Users are expressing anticipation for updated features and equipment.
There is speculation about a high-performance "GRS" variant with over 150 horsepower.
Shocking Pile-Up: Tokyo Expressway Releases Footage of Chain-Reaction Crash Caused by Sudden Braking85
Metropolitan Expressway (Shutoko) releases shocking footage of a pile-up accident as a cautionary tale for the Golden Week holidays.
A single vehicle's sudden stop triggered a chain reaction, resulting in a multi-car collision at the tail end of a traffic jam.
The video underscores the severity of such incidents and the importance of safe driving practices.
Why not just 'Green'? The Mystery of the '←↑→' Arrow Signal: The Profound Reason Behind the Confusing 'All-Direction' Arrow!60
Exploring the mystery of the all-directional arrow signal (←↑→) displayed under a red light, a recent SNS topic in Japan.
Explaining the reasons why all-directional arrows are displayed with a red light.
The background behind the introduction of all-directional arrow signals is to improve traffic flow and safety.
360° Rotating Arm! A New Era of Usability for Car Smartphone Holders55
New smartphone holder solves in-car mounting woes.
Features a 360° rotating arm for ultimate adjustability.
Enhances the comfort and convenience of using your phone while driving.
Classic Racers Elite Drifts onto PS5: Classic Cars, Mountain Passes, and Time Attack Glory!65
Amidst the current trend of hyper-realistic racing games, a title that harkens back to the roots of the genre has emerged.
'Classic Racers Elite' focuses on classic cars and the thrill of hill climbs.
Eschewing modern supercars and sprawling open worlds, this game is designed to ignite the passion of classic car enthusiasts.
DMM and Yamada Denki Partner to Promote Battery EV Adoption65
DMM's EV charging service, "DMM EV ON," partners with Yamada Holdings.
The partnership aims to promote the adoption of battery EVs (BEVs).
They will improve convenience through mutual app integration and charger installation.
Suzuki e-Vitara: First Ride Impression of the 4WD Electric Model65
First impressions of Suzuki's first full-battery EV, the 'e-Vitara'.
Produced in India, it will share a platform with Toyota.
High expectations for the dedicated BEV platform for the compact class.
Porsche and University of Tokyo Partner for "LEARN with Porsche" Scholarship Program, Open to High School Students in 202665
Porsche Japan and the University of Tokyo's Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology are partnering to offer the "LEARN with Porsche" scholarship program in 2026.
This 5-day program is aimed at high school students and features two tracks: "Learning through Travel" and "Monozukuri (Making Things) Program".
Applications are open nationwide to junior and senior high school students from May 1st.
Initial D AE86 Wireless Mouse Updated with Pop-Up Headlights!75
A wireless mouse modeled after Takumi Fujiwara's iconic Toyota Sprinter Trueno (AE86) from the manga "Initial D" is getting an update.
Features include pop-up and illuminating headlights.
Available May 10th from CAMSHOP.JP for ¥7,700 (approx. $60 USD), pre-orders open now.
Toyota GR Corolla Evolves: Test Driving the Latest '25 Model with GR-DAT75
The GR Corolla's development is rooted in the hydrogen-powered Corolla's participation in the Fuji 24 Hours race.
Toyota continues agile development through endurance races using hydrogen engines, aiming for carbon neutrality.
Toyota's proactive approach to finding practical solutions is ongoing.
Lexus Teases New 3-Row SUV: Boxy Design Hints at the Rumored "TZ"?70
Lexus teases the unveiling of a new SUV model on its official SNS channels.
The reveal is scheduled for May 7, 2026, at 10:30 AM Japan time.
The design is suggested to be a boxy SUV with a 3-row, 6-7 passenger configuration, potentially the rumored "TZ" model.