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Abbreviation for Japanese Domestic Market. Automotive culture of vehicles manufactured for Japan's domestic market. Through overseas modification and tuning popularity, Japanese cars became central to global car culture. Established unique styles through spoilers, wheels, engine tuning, and VIP customization. World-famous through films like Tokyo Drift and Fast & Furious, wielding significant global influence.

A collective term for high-performance vehicles designed for the Japanese domestic market and the surrounding custom car culture. Icons like the Skyline GT-R, Civic Type R, and AE86 have become objects of admiration worldwide, forming a global movement alongside drift and street racing culture.

A motorsport culture born on Japanese mountain passes in the 1970s. Pioneered by drivers like Keiichi Tsuchiya, the technique of intentionally sliding cars through corners spread worldwide through films and manga. Today it has evolved into internationally recognized competitions such as the FIA-sanctioned D1 Grand Prix, with thriving drift scenes across the globe.

A legendary sports car produced from 1978, designed to maximize the rotary engine's characteristics. Its lightweight frame and high-performance engineering earned acclaim as a masterpiece. The FD generation (1992-2002) became central to 1990s drift culture and car tuning scene, gaining iconic status in Japanese car enthusiast circles worldwide.

A racing technique and culture of intentionally drifting tires through high-speed corners. Evolved from 1970s underground mountain pass racing. Official competitions like D1 Grand Prix are held, with drift competitions now held worldwide. It has become a global motorsport phenomenon.

Strong cultural influence of manga 'Initial D' on drift and mountain pass racing culture. Introduced Japanese tuning car culture and drift techniques globally, captivating automotive enthusiasts. Rekindled recognition of sports cars like Nissan Skyline GT-R, significantly influencing the automobile industry.

An informal racing culture centered on mountain passes (touge). Rapidly developed since the 1980s and gained worldwide recognition through media adaptations like anime 'Initial D'. Established as a culture celebrating drift driving technique mastery, it symbolizes the essence of Japanese car culture through both vehicle customization and driver skill at the highest levels.