ISBN: 978-4-915220-69-2
Publication date: October 26 (Wednesday), 2022 / Format: A4 size, approx. 300 pages

Publication price:	JPY 1,111 (consumption tax excluded)

 

Mobility - the combo of micro and bigger vehicles - is one of dependable tools we use for enriching our daily life. And car/motorcycle hobby has already put down roots deep in our culture. This time, we cast spotlights on the individuals who are really heart-and-soul about mobility-soaked lifestyles. Hopefully, writing about these auto buffs in the Web will lead you to the many wondrous ways of making you and company happier and livelier with the help of mobility.

ISBN: 978-4-915220-68-5
Publication date: November 3 (Wednesday), 2021 / Format: A4 size, approx. 300 pages

Publication price:	JPY 1,111 (consumption tax excluded)

 

Feature:  “In Service to Society: The “Deep World” of Special-Purpose Vehicles ”.

Trucks, public-transport buses, firetrucks, ambulances, assisted-mobility vehicles and police squad cars and motorcycles are among the many special-purpose vehicles that are essential to the proper functioning and protection of society. This feature article offers readers the opportunity to learn more about the dedicated efforts invested in the development and manufacture of these vehicles—at which Japanese automakers excel—and their real-world deployment. Included in the article (in Japanese only) are comments from some of their designers, manufacturers, and users in the field, providing additional insights into the vital roles special-purpose vehicles perform in society.

ISBN:978-4-915220-67-8
Publication date: October 21 (Wednesday), 2020 / Format: A4 size, approx. 300 pages

Publication price:	JPY 1,111 (consumption tax excluded)

 

Feature:  “Task Integration in Automobile Manufacturing and Market Supply”.

Task Integration in Automobile Manufacturing and Market Supply: Insights into Complexity Automobiles are ubiquitous today, but a large part of the general public (including motor vehicle enthusiasts) is likely not wholly aware of the broad-ranging multiplicity of “sectoral” tasks that are integrated into their manufacture and market promotion. This feature article presents an overview of the principal processes involved, from product planning, design, assembly, testing and manufacture to advertising and sales, and examines them individually in dedicated sections. The article’s aim is to underscore the appeal of automobiles of all types by deepening readers’ understanding of the full panoply of activities that contribute to their production and delivery to consumers.

ISBN:978-4-915220-66-1
Publication date: October 23 (Wednesday), 2019 / Format: A4 size, approx. 320 pages

Publication price:	JPY 1,111 (consumption tax excluded)

 

Feature:  “Building a future mobility society -Japan's world-class strength-”.

First published over 60 years ago, the Japanese Motor Vehicles Guidebook remains the quintessential almanac covering domestically produced Japanese motor vehicles. The 65th edition includes approximately 800 vehicles and their specifications in full color, making this a great reference book for any automobile lover. The Guidebok will be on sale from Octorber 24 at majar book stores: a degital version will also be available at Magastore and honto.

ISBN:978-4-915220-65-4
Publication date: October 24, 2018 (Wed) / Format: A4 size, approx. 320 pages / Retail price: ¥1,200 (tax included); Digital edition ¥900 (tax included)

Publication price:	JPY 1,200 (tax included)

 

Feature:  “Building a future mobility society -Japan's world-class strength-”.

First published over 60 years ago, the Japanese Motor Vehicles Guidebook remains the quintessential almanac covering domestically produced Japanese motor vehicles. The 65th edition includes approximately 800 vehicles and their specifications in full color, making this a great reference book for any automobile lover. The Guidebok will be on sale from Octorber 24 at majar book stores: a degital version will also be available at Magastore and honto.

ISBN:978-4-915220-65-4
Publication date: October 24, 2018 (Wed) / Format: A4 size, approx. 320 pages / Retail price: ¥1,200 (tax included); Digital edition ¥900 (tax included)

Publication price:	JPY 1,200 (tax included)

 

Feature:  “Developments in automotive technology 2017,”.

This year’s feature is titled “Developments in automotive technology 2017,” explores the latest technologies in the areas of safety (automated driving functions), environmental performance, and comfort, featuring parts manufacturers along with automakers.

The Guidebook will serve as a helpful reference when purchasing vehicles and is sure to meet all your expectations.

ISBN:978-4-915220-64-7
Publication date: October 25, 2017 / Format: A4, 316 pages / Retail price: ¥1,200 (electronic version ¥900)

Feature:  “My Dream Car,”.

This year’s feature is titled “My Dream Car,” spotlighting young people interested in becoming auto mechanics, automotive engineers or car designers, with descriptions of their passionate and dedicated efforts to make their "dream cars" a reality.

The Guidebook will serve as a helpful reference when purchasing vehicles and is sure to meet all your expectations.

ISBN:978-4-915220-62-3
Publication date: October 28, 2015 / Format: A4, 432 pages / Retail price: ¥1,200 (electronic version ¥900)

Feature: “The 60 years of the Tokyo Motor Show and Japan”.

This feature looks back over the past 60 years of Tokyo Motor Show and summarizes the history of how the show developed, with the growth of motorization in the post-war Japan, to become recognized as one of the major motor shows in the world.  In addition to the outline of each show, cars and atmosphere are introduced along with social factors (society, music, cases, fashion and etc.) of the time.  It also includes rich contents such as transition of the automobile technology, discussion by the journalists and many more.


ISBN:978-4-915220-62-3
Publication date: October 28, 2015 / Format: A4, 432 pages / Retail price: ¥1,200 (electronic version ¥900)

Feature:“Japanese automobiles born overseas”.

This year’s feature is titled “Japanese automobiles born overseas.” This feature introduces the depth of manufacturing automobiles taking up "Japanese automobiles not seen in Japan." They have been developed in each region, such as Europe, US and emerging countries reflecting their local users' preferences, needs, and also road conditions.


ISBN:978-4-915220-61-6
Publication date: October 29, 2014 / Format: A4, 324 pages / Retail price: ¥1,200 (electronic version ¥900)

Feature:“SMART MOBILITY CITY TODAY”.

This special feature introduces “SMART MOBILITY CITY 2013 (SMC)” that will be held as an organizer-themed project at the 43rd TOKYO MOTOR SHOW. The SMC will introduce “Next Generation Automobiles and the Social Systems” with further depth and in a more comprehensible way the theme of “KURUMA NETWORKING : Vehicles connecting with people’s lives and society”.
As the 60th memorial, this volume appends a DVD recording the contents from vol.1 to 59.


ISBN:978-4-915220-60-9
Publication date: November 20, 2013 / Format: A4, 362 pages / Retail price: ¥1,234 (electronic version ¥900)

Feature:“DRIVE ACTION NIPPON – car factory towns and b-class gourmet tours ”.

This special feature introduces the towns in Japan where your cars or motorcycles are manufactured, while at the same time providing useful information on tours, and local b-class gourmet restaurants and food.


ISBN:978-4-915220-59-3
Publication date: November 21, 2012 / Format: A4, 350 pages / Retail price: ¥1,234 (electronic version ¥900)

Feature: "Back to Tokyo:the 24-year Evolution and Future of Cars"

The Tokyo Motor Show is returning to Tokyo for the first time in 24years. We will look back at the evolution and development history of concept cars and commercially-marketed cars over the past 24 years.


ISBN:978-4-915220-58-6
Publication date: November 30, 2011 / Format: A4, 356 pages / Retail price: ¥1,234 (electronic version ¥900)

Feature: "New Cars & Motorcycles Impressions- Young people gather around!"

Young people who test-drove the newest passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and motorcycles talk about their fascination with cars and motorcycles.



ISBN:978-4-915220-57-9
Publication date: October 29, 2010 / Format: A4, 340 pages / Retail price: ¥1,234 (electronic version ¥900)

Feature: "The World of Compact Cars" & "My Dream Car"

In "The World of Compact Cars", manga artist Satoshi Ikezawa, automotive journalists Makiteru Ishikawa and Kumi Sato, and free announcer Ayumi Kojima describe their experiences test-riding compact car models from 8 different domestic manufacturers.
 "My Dream Car" features interviews with manga artists Satoshi Ikezawa, Haruto Umezawa, and Mitsuru Sugaya and illustrator BOW as well as drawings of their personal dream cars.

ISBN:978-4-915220-56-2
Publication date: October 21, 2009 / Format: A4, 354 pages / Retail price: ¥1,234