Japanese Collection

Yamaha XT 500 Japan

Isle of Man TT Races 1967. Honda Team mechanics, led by Nobby Clark, who spoke fluent Japanese and spent half the year in Japan at the research establishment

The Great Wave off Kanagawa (c. 1830-1833). This woodblock print is by the Japanese artist Hokusai

OLYMPICS: WRESTLING, 1972. Dan Gable of the USA wrestling Kikuo Wada of Japan during the Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany. Photograph, 1972

The Blind Men and the Elephant. Japanese woodblock print from the Manga of Katsushika Hokusai, 1817
HOKUSAI: ELEPHANT. The Blind Men and the Elephant. Japanese woodblock print from the Manga of Katsushika Hokusai, 1817

JAPAN: ASTRONOMY, 1936. Women watching stars. Color drawing, 1936, by Ota Chou

Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 Japanese

Subaru Impreza 22b STi Japanese

Honda VTR 1000 Repsol Fireblade

1970 Honda CB750 KO
1970 Honda CB 750 KO Motorcycle

Subaru Impreza P1

Honda Goldwing Japan

City skyline view of the Tokyo Tower and Tokyo, Japan at night
General city skyline evening view with the Tokyo Tower in Tokyo, Japan

A whale and three fish (representing Japan) eating Russian sailors for dinner. Woodcut, c1905, by Kiyochika Kobayashi
RUSSO-JAPANESE WAR, c1905. A whale and three fish (representing Japan) eating Russian sailors for dinner. Woodcut, c1905, by Kiyochika Kobayashi

Honda VFR750R RC30

Bikan Historical Quarter, Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture, Japan

Honda VTR1000 SP2

Honda VFR750R RC30

Series 300 Shinkansen bullet trains waiting at Tokyo Station, Tokyo, Japan

Honda CBR 1000RR Fireblade

Yamaha YZF-R6 2007 White & red

Nissan GT-R 2013 White

Mitsubishi Evo 8, 2005, Silver
Mitsubishi Evo 8 2005 Silver

Honda CX 500 Turbo

Cherry blossom, Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa city, Ishigawa prefecture, Honshu island, Japan, Asia

Nozawa Onsen, Japan at dawn with Ogama baths

Japan, Fuji - Hakone - Izu National Park, Mt Fuji and Kawaguchi Ko Lake

Sika deer, Spotted Deer or Japanese Deer (Cervus nippon), stag

Red torii gate tunnel at Fushimi Inari Shinto shrine in Kyoto, Japan

Senbon tunnel of Torii gates, Fushimi Inari shrine, Kyoto, Japan
Senbon Torii, tunnels of red torii gates, at Fushimi Inari Shinto shrine in Kyoto, Japan

Yamaha YZF-R1 2000 Blue electric

Suzuki GSX-R1000 2001 Blue/white

Bonsai dwarf pine, 1889 C013 / 8769
Bonsai dwarf pine, 19th-century artwork. This specimen is from Japan, and is 150 years old. Bonsai is the art of cultivating ornamental artificially-dwarfed varieties of trees

Lexus LFA Japan Japanese

Toyota MR2 Mk 2

Kawasaki ZX-10R Ninja Japanese

Honda CBR 1000RR Fireblade

Honda NSX Japan Japanese

2009 Suzuki B-King

Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine, Fushimi ward, Kyoto, Kyoto prefecture, Kansai region, Japan

Snow falling on small red pagoda, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kyoto, Japan, Asia

Senbon Torii, tunnels of red torii gates, at Fushimi Inari Shinto shrine in Kyoto, Japan

Honda CBR1000RR
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Mitsubishi A6M Zero aircraft, World War 2 C016 / 3818
Mitsubishi A6M2 (Zero). US Air Force photograph of a test flight of a captured Japanese Mitsubishi A6M2 (Zero). This aircraft was being refined

ROBERT CAPA (1913-1954). Hungarian-born American war photographer. Capa photographing a May Day demonstration in Tokyo, 1954

Fusion research, tokamak device
Nuclear fusion research. Cutaway computer artwork of the planned ITER tokamak device. It will be the first full scale fusion device to produce energy at a level of an electricity-producing power

KATSUSHIKA: GREAT WAVE. Men in boats among large waves, off shore of Kanagawa, with Mount Fuji in the background. Color woodcut by Hokusai Katsushika, c1830

Nissan Juke 2011 dark red

Nissan 300ZX Japan

Suzuki 1300R Hayabusa

Yamaha R1

Subaru Impreza WRX STi Type R

Honda CBR900RR Fireblade

Drummer performing on a Japanese taiko drum at a festival in Kanagawa, Japan, Asia

City Skyline & Mount Fuji, Tokyo, Honshu, Japan City Skyline & Mount Fuji, Tokyo, Honshu, Japan

Cherry Blossom season around Osaka Castle, Osaka, Japan
Osaka Castle seen through the branches of flowering cherry trees during Cherry Blossom season, Osaka, Japan

Ornamental Japanese wooden bridge at Daigoji Buddhist Temple in Kyoto, Japan
Ornamental Japanese garden and wooden bridge at Daigoji Buddhist Temple in Kyoto, Japan

Sakura, Japanese Cherry Blossom flowers in Tokyo, Japan
The first Japanese Cherry Blossom in Tokyo brings out the crowds in Shinjuku Park in Tokyo, Japan. The cherry blossom is known as Sakura in Japan

Japanese Cherry Blossom flowers, the Sakura in Tokyo, Japan
The first Japanese Cherry Blossom in Tokyo brings out the crowds in Shinjuku Park in Tokyo, Japan. The cherry blossom is known as Sakura in Japan

2015 World Superbike Round - Donnington Park, UK Jonathan Rea, Kawasaki ZX-10R

Mazda MX5 (Mk. 4) 2016 Red
Mazda MX5 (Mk.4) 2016 Red

USA, Oregon, Portland, MAX crossing the Steel Bridge near cherry tree blossoms at the Japanese Memorial of Waterfront Park

Japanese temple garden in autumn, Daigoji Temple, Kyoto, Japan, Asia

Subaru Impreza WRC

Nissan GT-R

Ichijo Jiro Tadanori and Notonokami Noritsune, two Japanese samurai warriors battling each other
JAPANESE SAMURAI. Ichijo Jiro Tadanori and Notonokami Noritsune, two Japanese samurai warriors battling each other. Woodblock print by Shuntei Katsukawa, c1820

Toyota GT 86 2012 Orange metallic

Nissan Juke 2011 Red metallic

GODZILLA. Godzilla destroying an oil refinery in one of the Japanese Godzilla movies

GASI2A-00006
Japanese samurai warriors in full armor. Antique hand-colored print

Japanese taking Port Arthur, 1894
Japanese warships taking Port Arthur, Manchuria, during the Sino-Japanese War, 1894. Printed color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

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Japanese swordsmen. Antique hand-colored print

Russo-Japanese treaty at Portsmouth NH, 1905
President Theodore Roosevelt presiding over the Treaty of Portsmouth ending the Russo-Japanese War, 1905. Hand-colored halftone illustration

Lexus IS F Japan

Yamaha YZF R1 - Cal Crutchlow

Yamaha YZF R1 - James Toseland

Honda SP-1 Japan

Yamaha Italia Team

Mazda RX8 Japan Japanese

Honda VTR 1000 HRC Fireblade

Honda CBR900RR Fireblade

Kawasaki ZX10R Japan

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"Captivating and Diverse: Exploring the Essence Culture" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Japan, a country that seamlessly blends tradition with innovation. From iconic artworks to thrilling sports moments, let's embark on a journey through some remarkable aspects culture. "The Great Wave off Kanagawa, " an awe-inspiring woodblock print by Hokusai, captures the power and beauty of nature. Its towering waves symbolize both the strength and vulnerability inherent in life. In 1972, during the Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany, Dan Gable from the USA faced off against Kikuo Wada from Japan in wrestling. This intense battle showcased not only their physical prowess but also represented the spirit of friendly competition between nations. The Subaru Impreza 22b STi and Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 are legendary Japanese cars known for their exceptional performance and sleek design. These vehicles embody precision engineering combined with a passion for speed. Inspired by "The Blind Men and The Elephant, " another masterpiece by Hokusai, we witness how different perspectives can shape our understanding. This thought-provoking artwork encourages us to embrace diverse viewpoints for a more comprehensive outlook on life. Honda motorcycles have left an indelible mark on both racing enthusiasts and everyday riders alike. Whether it's the lightning-fast Honda CBR 1000RR Fireblade or the iconic Honda CB750 KO from 1970 – these machines exemplify Japan's dedication to craftsmanship and innovation. Gazing at stars has always fascinated humanity; Ota Chou's colorful drawing depicts women indulging in astronomy back in 1936. It reminds us that throughout history, Japan has nurtured scientific curiosity while cherishing its cultural heritage. From long-distance touring to sporty adventures, Honda Goldwing Japan offers unparalleled comfort combined with cutting-edge technology. Meanwhile, Honda VFR750R RC30 showcases elegance fused with high-performance capabilities, reflecting Japan's pursuit of excellence in motorcycle engineering.