Who I Used to Be A few years ago, I think I was a completely different person. Back then, I lived by the idea that “work comes first in life.” I put what I wanted to do ahead of my children and family. I believed I had to grow more this year than last, and more next year than this—and that I should always be taking on new challenges. That, I thought, was simply the...
Porsche Camp4 Canada The other day, while browsing the Porsche YouTube channel, I came across a video introducing Porsche Camp4 Canada. The program is described as an opportunity to drive a Porsche on a specially prepared snow-and-ice course, learn proper driving and vehicle-control techniques from instructors, and enjoy an experience unlike anything you’ve had before. Porsche Japan’s website features the Porsche Track Experience held in Japan, but Porsche Canada’s site goes into detail about Porsche...
Hello, everyone! I’m Mina, the editor of the “Welcome Home, PORSCHE” blog. It’s hard to believe we’re already at the fourth installment of our interview series, which kicked off in May. This time, I spoke with Tomohiko Kimura, an Osaka-based car enthusiast who’s fallen in love with the thrill of the racetrack and is enjoying a full-throttle life with cars. Chapter 1: His Cars and Life Behind the Wheel 1-1: The Cars He Owns Today...
The Direction of This Blog Today, I’d like to continue a post I wrote earlier about the direction of this blog. In July, I wrote that “I want to grow this blog into a resource that helps everyone considering buying a Porsche find the information they need.” That’s because I genuinely wish a blog like that existed. (Here’s the original post↓↓) →【Related post】Welcome Home, PORSCHE—A Serious Look at the Future Direction of This Blog After...
I’m on Instagram I’m on Instagram too, although I mostly post photos of Porsches (pretty much nothing else). When I scroll through my feed (is that what it’s called?), I see so many beautifully shot cars. It’s a lot of fun—and, more than anything, a great way to learn about photography. I used to take pictures of cars without giving composition a second thought. But after I started using Instagram, I found myself thinking, “If...
Porsche Events As I started researching all things Porsche, I discovered that Porsche-related fairs and events are held all across Japan. There are plenty of chances to get up close to a Porsche—not just at dealer events, but also at glamping experiences, races, and automotive shows. With that in mind, here’s a roundup of Porsche-related fairs and events taking place in August and September 2018 (though, of course, September is technically autumn). ① Suzuka 10...
Every Salesperson Is Different Today, I’d like to talk about Porsche salespeople. A little while ago, one of my Instagram followers got in touch and said, “I recently bought a Porsche, but I have some concerns about the way my sales rep has treated me. Would you be able to introduce me to the person who looks after you at your dealership?” Then, just the other day, I received an email from a blog reader...
Are Porsche Owners Nicer People? I remember interviewing someone for this blog who told me, “Porsche owners tend to be really nice people.” I think my husband has said something similar, too, and I get the sense that plenty of people feel the same way. When I think of the Porsche owners I know and the people I’ve met at Porsche Experience Day, I have to admit: they really do seem like a lovely bunch....
Sharing a Love of Cars as a Couple When I read messages from readers or chat with car enthusiasts, I often hear things like, “I’m jealous you and your spouse share a love of cars,” or, “My wife isn’t interested in cars at all.” The comments I hear most often go something like this: “My wife doesn’t object to me buying a car, but she doesn’t really care what I get,” or, “She knows Porsche...
The Problem of High Car Taxes in Japan Not long ago, an article was widely shared online reporting that Toyota President Akio Toyoda, who had recently become chairman of the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, had publicly declared: “Car taxes in Japan are far too high. I want to bring all automotive taxes down to the level of kei cars.” “I want to bring all car taxes in line with those for kei cars. In rural...
