Welcome Home, PORSCHE

Today, I’m not going to talk about cars, but rather share some thoughts about this blog. It’s been a year since I decided to seriously run this Porsche blog, Welcome Home, PORSCHE, with support from my husband.

Thanks to everyone, the blog has grown far beyond what I imagined a year ago. That said, it’s still very much a work in progress, and lately I’ve been spending more time thinking about

“how to take this Porsche blog to the next level.”

A Blog That Helps You Buy a Porsche

About a year ago, I decided to make this blog a helpful resource for people considering buying a Porsche. The reason is simple: I personally always felt there should be more useful information available for Porsche buyers.

My husband still thoroughly researches magazines and the internet when considering a new Porsche. But even then,

“Nope, I can’t find the info I want anywhere. I guess I have to check overseas YouTube channels and websites.”

he often says, turning to foreign sources for information.

Of course, Japan has plenty of valuable test drive reviews and articles from automotive media. But that alone isn’t enough. At least for me, I want more real, authentic information.

I want to hear actual owner evaluations and how it feels to drive a Porsche not just on a test drive but over a longer period—both the good and the bad.

That’s why this blog has focused on sharing as much information as possible about our own Porsche and publishing real voices from Porsche owners. Thanks to this, recently I’ve received many messages and comments like

“I bought a Panamera thanks to your blog!” “I bought a Boxster!”

Also, from the owners who contributed to the Porsche Owners File series, I’ve heard

“Thank you for featuring my beloved car!” “I’m glad if my experience helps readers even a little!”

I’m humbled and always say, “No, thank you!” It’s clear to me that this blog exists thanks to many wonderful people.

Over this past year, through trial and error, I’ve come to feel anew that what we’ve done, even if just a little, has helped someone—and that makes me really happy.

Insights from Running the Porsche Blog

On the other hand, after a year, I’ve made some new discoveries—things I definitely didn’t notice a year ago.

Test Drives of Non-Porsche Cars

First, I found that test drive reviews of cars other than Porsche are surprisingly popular. (Volkswagen Golf, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, etc.) Readers often comment things like, “I’ve been looking forward to your reviews of non-Porsche cars!” or “I also drive a ○○, so I totally get it!”

Honestly, sometimes these posts get more reactions than the Porsche articles—haha.

Of course, the search volume for “Porsche” related terms is relatively low compared to domestic or other imported cars, which likely contributes to this.

Also, many seem interested in test drive reviews by my husband, who has driven many different cars and is now a Porsche owner. (I need to work harder to write good reviews too!)

While test driving other brands, my love for Porsche remains unchanged, and I’m still amazed by the Panamera’s ride every day. But at the same time, I’ve come to realize there are many other wonderful cars out there besides Porsche.

The S63 was a great car, for example.

I also believe that knowing various cars helps deepen my understanding of Porsche even more. That will allow me to add more breadth and depth to the blog.

With that in mind, while Porsche will remain the core focus, I’m thinking it might be fun to test drive and introduce interesting or trending cars more actively going forward.

Our Family’s Car Life

Second, I was surprised by how many people are interested in our family’s and our life with cars. At first, I decided the main focus of this blog would be cars—not lifestyle articles.

Honestly, we’re a couple who can’t really write lifestyle posts even if we wanted to—haha.

We’re neither foodies nor fashionistas. Even when we eat out as a family, it’s mostly at chain restaurants like conveyor belt sushi, Mos Burger, or Gusto (because they’re delicious, of course!) and even when traveling, we often go to chains. Our clothes are mostly from Uniqlo, and my husband wears them until they’re threadbare (laughs).

Because of this, I decided to keep the blog car-focused and not try to write stylish lifestyle posts.

But as I occasionally write about family drives, conversations between my husband and me, or his touring adventures, I’ve noticed those posts get good responses too. So I think it’s fine to continue sharing stories about our somewhat quirky car life—me, a wife who was “brainwashed” by her car-obsessed husband since childhood (haha).

Buying a Porsche Myself

When I started this blog, my goal was to buy a Porsche with my own money, and the blog’s title was something like “Until the Day I Buy My Own Porsche.”

The reason I set this goal is because

“Riding a Porsche bought by my husband and riding one I bought myself feel completely different in weight and enjoyment.”

Especially when it’s your first Porsche, you research desperately, seriously consider specs and options, and the joy at delivery is an indescribable thrill.

I’m sure I’ll cherish it and develop affection for it over time—these feelings come only from buying it with your own money.

…Plus, I have a weird pride about all the cars at home being my husband’s, so I want at least one car of my own. (laughs)

So readers who have followed this blog from the start sometimes say,

“Mina, you haven’t forgotten your goal to buy a Porsche yourself! Please make your dream come true!”

(Honestly, there was a time I forgot about this goal while busy running the blog…)

That’s why when I recently bought a BMW myself, while my main purpose was to learn to drive a manual transmission, I also felt a desire to take at least one step closer to my goal of buying a Porsche myself.

In other words, this blog can’t end until I buy a Porsche with my own money (haha), and I want to run it with that goal more consciously than ever.

The Future of This Porsche Blog

These are some of the thoughts that have been swirling in my mind lately. If this blog were a mountain climb, I’ve just reached the first station. Now is the time to think about which route and methods to take to reach the second station.

As I climb to the fifth or sixth stations, I’m sure the scenery will look completely different, and I’ll think about what comes next when the time comes.

This post ended up a bit scattered, but from now on, I want to run this blog more freely, without constraints. I don’t want to be stuck on “only Porsche articles because it’s a Porsche blog” or “only car articles, not lifestyle.” By watching how readers respond and expressing myself more freely, I believe I can reach a new stage.

I want to keep embracing change, go with the flow, and humbly continue this blog. Thank you all for your continued support!