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| Taking a trip to Japan? Here is some Datsun 1200-centric information you might find helpful. | Taking a trip to Japan? Here is some Datsun 1200-centric information you might find helpful. | ||
| + | And don't forget to pick up lots of [[Choro-Q]] for presents to all your Datsun 1200 mates. | ||
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| * [[wikipedia:Yokohama|Yokohama]], not too far from Tokyo | * [[wikipedia:Yokohama|Yokohama]], not too far from Tokyo | ||
| - | * [[wikipedia:Nissan Stadium]|Nissan Stadium] in Yokohama - sports coleseum | + | * [[wikipedia:Nissan Stadium|Nissan Stadium] in Yokohama - sports coleseum |
| * Nissan Engine Museum | * Nissan Engine Museum | ||
| * ?????? - [[Zama Memorial Warehouse]] (by invitation only) | * ?????? - [[Zama Memorial Warehouse]] (by invitation only) | ||
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| == Discussions == | == Discussions == | ||
| Discussion in the Datsun1200.com forums: | Discussion in the Datsun1200.com forums: | ||
| + | * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=9570&forum=8 Japan - Where should I go?] | ||
| * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=25262&forum=3 Nismo Festival 2006 (and others)] | * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=25262&forum=3 Nismo Festival 2006 (and others)] | ||
| * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=22146&forum=8&start=20 Hello from Japan] | * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=22146&forum=8&start=20 Hello from Japan] | ||
Revision as of 06:45, 31 December 2006
Taking a trip to Japan? Here is some Datsun 1200-centric information you might find helpful.
And don't forget to pick up lots of Choro-Q for presents to all your Datsun 1200 mates.
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Current Events
- See current events Japan
- Search for 'Vintage Car Events in Japan. Use these keywords:
2007 ???? ??
Recurring Events
- Aoba Auto Sunny-Truck Meeting
- Nagano Sunny Meet (April)
- Nagano Classic Car Festival
- Nismo Festival
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swap meet
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- Nagoya Classic Car Show (June)
- Nagoya Nostalgic Car Show (November)
- Hot Olds Meet
Nissan Stuff
- Yokohama, not too far from Tokyo
- [[wikipedia:Nissan Stadium|Nissan Stadium] in Yokohama - sports coleseum
- Nissan Engine Museum
- ?????? - Zama Memorial Warehouse (by invitation only)
Car Lots
- Aoba Auto] "The Sunny Truck Shop" in Yokohama specializes in Datsun 1200 trucks. They also sell accessories and parts
- http://www.ms-musashino.co.jp specializes in Classic Cars, and often has a Datsun 1200 ute, Skyline and other cool cars
- Any small used-car lot. The smaller the better. This is where you can find old cars (though it is unlikely you'll find any Datsuns)
Auto Parts
- Aoba Auto] "The Sunny Truck Shop" in Yokohama specializes in Datsun 1200 trucks, accessories and parts. Order ahead of time by email and pick up parts there.
- Autobacs (various locations). This is a big auto parts store with a different culture, and sometimes they have a good selection of used parts
- Pitroad - Legendary A-series racers. They sell parts too.
- Yokohama South. A small shop in Yokohama. Order ahead of time, pick up. Don't forget to take pictures of thier famous Datsun 1200 Sunny Truck.
- http://www.matsuoka-m.com in Yokohama. Not easy to get to by train.
- Tomei - Legendary A-series engine builder. They sell parts too."engine room where there was a line of 1000+hp GTR engines, there was this little dude at the end building a little A13 Engine for the little yellow Tomei Replica 1200 Coupe. He couldnt believe it when I told him I play around with them at home. My mate was with me and was spending $80,000 dollars with them, but the engine guy only wanted to talk to me about his little A-series Engine, it was his little pet project, and something different to GTR engines :)"
- Up Garage - auto parts store that has some used-car-parts store.
- Nissan Parts Business (various locations). Don't go to a new-car dealer. Have your part numbers written down before you arrive.
- Junkyards mostly have very new cars (within five years old). Just as in most countries, some are browsing-friendly, most are not. If possible take a Japanese speaker with you. Idea: ask for a JAF badge or car badges in general (get this written down on a card if possible before you visit the wrecking yard).
- Parts Sources#Japan Mail Order
Remember that parts bought to make a profile (for resale) are likely subject to full customs fees. Parts for your own use are usually subject to a dollar amount (like $400 for returning to USA).
Travel Tips
- Take a few photos of your family, house, Datsun 1200, countryside, etc. They make great conversation starters, and allow you to tell others something about yourself even if you don't speak Japanese.
- Take a card with a Datsun 1200 on it, to show people. Young and old will find it interesting that you like old vintage Japan vehicle. Older folks will sometimes tell a story about Datsuns.
Bookstores
- Kinokuniya bookstore (various locations) including the flag store in Shinjuku/Shinjyuku. They have the best car magazine selection but prices are high (most magazines are $7 USD or more)
- Book Off (various locations) -- used books and magazines. They typically have a few auto books, but always have some like-new Magazines for as little as 100 yen. Their new magazine is good.
Car Magazines
- http://www.superhero.co.jp
- http://www.suzukijidosya.co.jp
- http://www.autozebra.co.jp
- http://www.carboy.co.jp
- http://www.showa99.co.jp
- Best Motoring
- Nostalgic Hero
- J's Tipo
- Vintage
Discussions
Discussion in the Datsun1200.com forums: