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2024 Osaka, Tokyo, And Nagoya Motorcycle Show Dates Officially Announced

The official dates for the 2024 Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya Motorcycle Shows have been announced. These shows are typically held early in the year and often showcase new bikes and gear before they are released elsewhere. For example, the Shoei Opticson HUD helmet made its debut at the Osaka show in 2022.

In 2024, the dates for all three shows are close together but do not overlap. The 40th annual Osaka Motorcycle Show will take place at Intex Osaka from March 15 through 17, 2024. The 51st Tokyo Motorcycle Show will be held from March 22 through 24, 2024 at Tokyo Big Site. The third annual Nagoya Motorcycle Show 2024 will take place from April 5 through 7, 2024 at Aichi Sky Expo.

Tickets for the 2024 Osaka Motorcycle Show will go on sale in February 2024. Advance sale tickets will cost 2,000 yen (about $13.38 as of September 29, 2023), while tickets purchased on the day of the event will be 2,400 yen (about $16). Admission is free for high school students, younger kids, and individuals with disabilities. Special reduced-price tickets are available for young adults aged 18 to 22.

Tickets for the 2024 Tokyo Motorcycle Show follow the same pricing structure as the Osaka show. Advance purchase offers the best rates, and free admission is granted to high school students, younger students, persons with disabilities, and caregivers accompanying disabled individuals (certificate required).

Official pricing information for the 2024 Nagoya Motorcycle Show has not been confirmed yet. However, in 2023, advance ticket prices were 1,600 yen (about $11), while full-price adult tickets were 2,000 yen (about $13.38). Children, women, and individuals with disabilities were granted free admission in previous years, and it is expected to continue.

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Honda Teases Electric Concepts Ahead Of 2023 Japan Mobility Show

The 2023 Japan Mobility Show will be held in Tokyo from October 28 to November 5, 2023. Honda has already announced the vehicles it will be showcasing at the event, grouped under the concept of Honda Dream Loop. While Honda acknowledges its nostalgic past, its focus for this show is centered on the future.

Among the concepts and near-production vehicles that Honda will feature at the show are electric motorcycles powered by the Honda Mobile Power Pack (HMPP) e: battery system. These include the EM1 e:, Benly e:, and Gyro e:. One of the highlights will be the Honda Mobile Power Pack e:, a swappable battery system already being used by Honda to power their electric two-wheelers.


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In addition to these motorcycles, Honda will also debut two more electric motorbike concepts at the show. One of them is the SC e: Concept, which bears similarities to the EM1 e: in terms of external design but is expected to have a higher top speed and greater range. It is speculated that this bike may use two HMPP e: battery packs, although no official details have been confirmed by Honda at this time.

Joining its electric Motocompacto in the line-up, Honda will present the Sustaina-C Concept and Pocket Concept at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show. These electric vehicles aim to capture the spirit of the original Honda City and Motocompo that were introduced in the 1980s. The Sustaina-C Concept and Pocket Concept cater to urban lifestyles and short-distance travel needs.

Although the designs look appealing, it is important to remember that concept designs often differ from reality. Honda will also showcase other exciting projects at the show, including a new fuel cell module, robots, an autonomous work vehicle, a hands-free personal mobility device, and an in-shoe navigation device called Ashirase. The latter is designed to assist visually impaired individuals in navigating their surroundings.

Tickets for the 2023 Japan Mobility Show are currently available for purchase online. Advanced purchase tickets cost ¥2,700 (about $18), while same-day tickets are priced at ¥3,000 (about $20). Children of elementary-school age or younger can enter for free but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Additionally, a reduced-price ticket will be offered after 4 p.m. for ¥1,500 (about $10). For more information, visit the official website of the 2023 Japan Mobility Show, which can be found in the Sources section below.

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Overview of Honda Exhibits at the Japan Mobility Show 2023

TOKYO, Japan, September 26, 2023 – Today, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced the lineup of motorcycles, automobiles, power products, aircraft, and other products that it will exhibit at the Japan Mobility Show 2023. The show, formerly known as the Tokyo Motor Show, will take place from October 25 to November 5, 2023.

Honda’s Global Brand Slogan, “The Power of Dreams – How we move you. –,” reflects the company’s commitment to creating mobility products and services that fulfill people’s dreams. At the Japan Mobility Show 2023, Honda will showcase its vision of the future through various exhibits, allowing visitors to imagine their own dreams and experience the merging of dreams.

The Honda booth at the show will be themed “Honda DREAM LOOP,” representing the expansion of dreams in the future. It will showcase Honda’s past achievements, future visions, and how its dreams have come to life. In addition, Honda will also offer a visitor-participatory experience on its special website, where visitors can generate their own “dream mobility” designs using AI technology.

Key Honda booth exhibits

Honda will showcase mobility products that transcend time and place, as well as products that enhance people’s abilities and possibilities. Some of the key exhibits include:

SUSTAINA-C Concept and Pocket Concept (World premiere): These concept models of electric automobiles and motorcycles use recycled materials and demonstrate the concept of resource circulation. They aim to achieve environmental sustainability while providing mobility and freedom for the future.

SC e: Concept (World premiere): This premium electric motorcycle allows for easy battery swapping to eliminate waiting time for charging, providing a smooth and powerful ride for daily mobility.

Honda Specialty Sports Concept (World Premiere): This concept model is an electric sports car that offers driving pleasure and freedom of time, even in the era of electrification and automated driving technology.

HondaJet/Honda eVTOL: Honda will display the interior mockup of the HondaJet Elite II light business jet, as well as a one-fifth-size exterior mockup of the Honda eVTOL aircraft. These products aim to provide three-dimensional mobility options and transcend the constraints of place and distance.

Electric products that utilize Honda Mobile Power Pack e: Honda will exhibit various electric products powered by Honda Mobile Power Pack e:, showcasing how stored clean renewable energy can be utilized for a range of applications, promoting environmental sustainability and freedom of mobility.

Honda CI-MEV (World Premiere): This two-seat, four-wheel electric vehicle features Honda’s original Cooperative Intelligence (CI) and automated driving technologies. It aims to provide easily-accessible last-mile mobility for users in situations where public transportation is limited.

Honda Autonomous Work Vehicle (Japan Premiere): This platform-style autonomous vehicle can be used for various tasks using different attachments. It aims to augment people’s abilities and possibilities in environments where performing certain tasks is challenging for humans.

Honda Avatar Robot: This avatar robot allows users to perform tasks and experience things remotely, transcending the constraints of time and place. It features a multi-fingered robotic hand and AI-supported remote control technology.

UNI-ONE: This hands-free seated personal mobility device allows users to steer simply by shifting their body weight while sitting. It offers mobility options for users with limited mobility.

In addition to these exhibits, Honda will also showcase other mobility products and technologies that augment people’s possibilities.

For more information, visit Honda JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2023 special website.

Publicity materials relating to this press release are available at the following URL: https://news.honda.co.jp/en/ (The site is intended exclusively for the use of journalists.)

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Honda Civic Type R-GT Begins Track Testing Ahead of 2024 Race Debut

In January of this year, Honda introduced the Civic Type R-GT prototype at the Tokyo Auto Salon in Japan as a preview of their new entry for the Super GT series. Now, Honda is moving into the next phase of development for the vehicle, with the first shakedown tests scheduled for July 25-26 at the Okayama International Circuit in Japan.

The Super GT series is a championship for grand touring cars that was established in 1993 and renamed in 2005. It is the highest level of car racing in Japan and currently consists of two classes: GT300 and GT500. The Honda Civic Type R-GT is set to replace the NSX-GT Type S, which won the championship for the last time in 2020. In the previous year, Nissan claimed the titles in both categories with the Z GT500 (in GT500 class) and the GT-R Nismo GT3 (in GT300 class).