240Z Paradise | Japan's Craziest Restoration Shop - Star Road

In the idyllic back streets of Edogawa Tokyo, sits one of Japan's most well known Kyusha restoration shops. Star Road specializes in a variety of old-school Japanese cars, such as the early GTR's, but are most well know for their work on Fairlady Z's. In this episode, we spoke to Inoue-san and took out one of their full package 240z's - what an experience.
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[@R3IMU]

The car is cool and all, but can we just appreciate how scenic these streets are. Japan is so unique in its vibe. Would love to drive there myself one day.

[@dino_dc]

Yeah and Star Road especially, it's literally right in the middle of a densely built up housing estate. So wild. That's also why we couldn't rev the engines in front of the workshop.

[@Speedles]

These are quickly becoming my favorite automotive videos to watch on KZbin! They're so beautifully shot and edited. Also the fact that Dino actually knows what he is talking about is a breathe of fresh air when it comes to "Vlog" style videos as well. I do have one question; What camera, lens and gimbal do you use to shoot the more cinematic shots? Keep up the awesome work! Can't wait to see the next video

[@dino_dc]

Thank you so much, feedback like this is amazing to hear!! Camera is a Sony A73 and no gimbal are used

[@Speedles]

@@dino_dc Thank you for the reply! Damn you guys have steady hands haha

[@yoouch1]

When Inoue San revs the engine = instant goosebumps!

[@charlenicholas4180]

Dino, I loved this video on the guys at STAR ROAD. I like new cars but resto mods are my absolute favourite. Once again great content and production. I look forward to another one of these local tuner hero stories. Keep living the dream.

[@dino_dc]

Thanks for the feedback, happy to hear you enjoyed it. Have a look at the TA Auto episode too 👍🏻

[@overfeen]

great video. love from osaka 🗾👩‍🔧❤‍🔥

[@mala6238]

Japan just is a whole different VIBE ❤❤❤

[@astrolightsadventures4677]

I never knew a 240 could sound like that or even rev like that that’s crazy whole new appreciation for that motor and the shop

[@dino_dc]

Yeah those L-series respond so well to tuning!

[@CorpseExplosion]

Really interesting to see the new and old style suspension and subframe stuff there, these cars are gorgeous. Awesome video as always. I'm enjoying this new content push on YT; hope it keeps growing for you.

[@dino_dc]

Thank you Mark. I enjoy doing these vids so much and am over the moon at the reception they are getting! Make sure you check back every Wed & Thu 16:30 JST for new episodes

[@NotRedLine]

Prime content. One of my favorite stops from our trips.

[@dino_dc]

Guess what other Z/GT-R shop we are going to next?

[@AnthonyCessor]

Love love star road! They make the best configuration of Z engines compared to any tuning company out there. The way they rev is insane. Wish my 280z with triple webers would rev like theirs.

[@SmallBlogV8]

5:08 - Fun Fact: there's a Suzuki Whizzkid/Fronte parked-up and wasting away next to the door to inside the _TopGear_ studio at Dunsfold.

[@dino_dc]

That is absolutely random. Wonder what the story is?

[@SmallBlogV8]

@@dino_dc Not sure it's ever been explained. There is/was a garage nearby, so maybe a customer just left it there or something.

[@fredericoespinoza]

Love the videos Dino!!! I really like your walk around videos having a look at the ins and outs of certain places like the Benz shop last vid. *Also that was a KPGC110 Kenmeri *C10 is Hako. :P Keep it up bro!

[@dino_dc]

Thank you! And yes I made a booboo and called it a Hako instead of a Ken & Mary lol

[@TRUTH4U2NO]

Im sick of getting compliments everytime I am at stop light, gas station etc . Last night at a 7 11 I spent 20minutes answering questions and these sobs couldnt stop complimenting my Z WHICH I BUILT its a 260Z. Last night 6 times I was complimented at stop lights alone. I actually ❤ all appreciatons and compliments! Its crazy cool!!! It never gets old and the stories are aweaome. Example - My wife and I drove of in my 240 after just gettkng married.

[@Segnegemege]

I just discovered your channel , I appreciate all that you do for this world of gear heads we live in. From Africa with love ❤ and the background instrumentals are fiiiirrreee... God bless you fam.

[@dino_dc]

Welcome on board!

[@angelvalladares1317]

@@dino_dc by any chance do you know what kind of front spoiler that blue 240z is running

[@kevinphan-jp]

Very nice stuff Dino, I'm liking the vibe of this format! Looking forward to more!

[@dino_dc]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Mr_R_Tv]

Love the vids can’t believe you don’t have more subscribers please continue the great work and thank you for sharing your experience in japan 🙏🏽🙌🏽

[@dino_dc]

Thank you! I will!! I just restarted this channel 2 weeks ago

[@nicksothep8472]

I love these shops, as you say, very Japanese style, and I'm a really big fan of this style cars, as much as I love the kaido racers this is the way I would go if I'll ever have a chance to own a jdm classic, as unfortunately in my country these are as rare as it can possibly get. Anyway, that red Z truly is something, 110% worth the money, as it's pretty obvious that it took a serious amount of man hours to reach that level of perfection, and what really is impressive is that it still is an old car, it still has the original L series and every other bit that, let's say, keep its old car soul alive and well. I wouldn't like it as much if it had a modern engine, those cars have their place, but if you can afford it this really is a special thing.

[@paulwhiteman3625]

Holy crap!! What an awesome soundtrack! Can’t wait to get back to Japan and build cars!

[@dino_dc]

What will you build?

[@vwbr3nt]

Through your white frames is THE only way to view Japan. Thank you! EDIT: and those wet scenes with engine noised **chef kiss**

[@dino_dc]

Thank you!!!

[@richiea591]

Just subscribed cause love Dino’s calm and collected approach on car culture! Can’t wait to see the other content. Keep up the great videos 👍😁

[@dino_dc]

Thank you!

[@jdmfreak22]

I see that Larry's visit motivated you to get back to YT! Welcome back!

[@dino_dc]

Yeah it was a a few things that did it!

[@phibonez]

Dino!! Thank you for showcasing Star Road! I myself, I can't wait to finish my Star Road Hako! Again, thank you for showcasing Star Road..

[@dino_dc]

Glad you enjoyed it! Good luck on the hako!

[@chrischtea]

Thank you for going to Star Road so soon after my suggestion! We were at the shop in 2016 and got taken for a spin as well. These cars sound amazing! And well done on the camera work and presentation!

[@dino_dc]

Yeah no prob, thanks for reminding me! Hadn't been in so long, it was nice to chat Zs with Inoue-san

[@eduardbbn]

best video of the shops so far

[@dino_dc]

Thank you!

[@filipegil8752]

So much awesomeness!

[@EklipsAutomotiv]

I have a love for well tuned and sorted NA straight sixes.These Z's are awesome,phenomenal work

[@dino_dc]

Thank you!!!

[@EklipsAutomotiv]

@@dino_dc could you please do a visit and shoot at T3Tec, NSX specialist in Saitama

[@JSpecial.S2k]

It sounds like a symphony!

[@jamescloonan]

Great insight dude! Having had a 280z pre-covid I really want to get back into them!! Love the straight 6 screaming! Keep up the great work! :D

[@dino_dc]

Thank you! Nothing quite like a screaming L-series! Hope you get back in one quick!

[@gafrers]

Quality video as always. That Z sounds Fantastic Love those old Kei

[@dino_dc]

Many thanks!

[@bluetitan20]

Absolutely brilliant film. Really got the vibe that you were discovering a properly unknown and secret back street tuner shop, that no-one else knows about, sort of like how it was when I first started getting into the JDM scene back in the late 90's, before the internet and KZbin made it so much more visible and accessible. No doubt the enthusiasm is very real for these cars and it obviously really shows. On the acceleration runs, the sound sort of reminded me of the LFA, with that sort of maniac scream towards the redline. It would be good to maybe talk or interview the owner and hear a bit about his cars, I appreciate not everyone is comfortable talking on camera but it could be a nice extra for any future videos. Top class so far, keep it up.

[@dino_dc]

Thanks so much for the feedback! Happy these vids are going down so well!

[@ok_thanks_ok]

Those are some beautiful cars ❤

[@snaggo6666]

yes star road content! that orange Z on the lift got me very into fairladys when I saw the spotlight on SH years ago, very cool to see that they're developing it and racing it.

[@dino_dc]

Yeah they certainly never rest on their laurels, they keep moving forward and this vintage JDM car world is insane right now, more money than ever before which ultimately is what helps push R&D

[@スーパーマーク]

Fairylady Z S30 is one of my 2 dream cars of my life 🥵🤤

[@Salkley]

Such a good sound, gave me goosebumps!

[@justamar]

its interesting that they use the later s30 interior, its my preference as well, just a bit more refined... The durability of the l-series block can be attributed to the higher nickle content within the casting, the bore are (usually) in good condition as well.

[@ValladolidArde]

oh man I can't believe I just discovered Dinos' channel. Sublime content, thanks. I built my brothers Lseries on his 260z, I was a JRM Group engine development engineer in uk, these engines are very nice, they go FAST. I would love to work in Japan some day, but fear not being welcome

[@kentbeitel9966]

240z are my favorite car. I love the content! 👌🔥 Japanese shops are like controlled chaos

[@dino_dc]

Organized chaos I like to call it haha. Thanks for the comment & watch!

[@RSProduxx]

I guess modernizing classics is a future proof buisness model. And nice work they´re doing.

[@1MADZ]

I love this sound. Only "Custom Made" can get it for you. It's very hard to create that particular sound

[@jaysquared2061]

I think I found a gem of a channel!! Love your editing

[@dino_dc]

Wow, thank you!

[@rjung_ch]

It sounds beautiful! What a gem.

[@dino_dc]

Spine tingling!

[@motow3031]

Great style DC .

[@dino_dc]

Glad you like it! Thank you!

[@dinokadribasic9192]

Nice video Dino! That Z really screamed! Cheers from Florida!

[@dino_dc]

You my friend, have a cool name lol

[@dinokadribasic9192]

@@dino_dc right back at you 💪

[@faisalfadzil9883]

That red one has a magnificent engine ❤

[@sal7382]

Nice , couple of 240ZG’s there, love the L motor 3.1!❤

[@hoedemakerbart]

Cool to see shops in their home country. That one you where driving is called a 260 or 280Z in the US do not know exactly the date of that Z, but it has the later dash. In Japan there was no thing as 240Z they where all called Fairlady Z S30 up until 78 I believe. 79 saw the S130

[@neobass7030]

Star Road + S30 = Legendary

[@karson1214]

The silver skyline at the back is a C110 Kenmeri, you can tell the difference from the C10 since it's got a sloped fastback look to it rather than the sedan look of the C10

[@dino_dc]

Yeah I know don't worry, I'm just an idiot for using the wrong nickname lol

[@karson1214]

@@dino_dc Nah you're good, it's not always easy to distinguish different models

[@nickl451]

amazing insight, keep up the good work!

[@reziserNS]

Another good one, Dino. Thank you! :)

[@dino_dc]

No, thank you!!!

[@LUGNUTS]

Keep doing more videos!!

[@dino_dc]

Thank you and I certainly will!

[@MindDezign]

I come via way of Larry Chen videos. When he is in Japan he always finds you. Next year I will go to Japan...even though I would hate leaving my Two Z Restomods for the week, I plan on spending. I want to do a JDM tour of all these cool shops and the night car meet ,that is so famous..

[@dino_dc]

Thanks for looking for me here 😂 hope you enjoy your trip to Japan!

[@montevallomustang]

It blows my mind how small all these Japanese shops are. I like to watch these videos to find ways to better utilize space in my shop😅

[@dino_dc]

That’s just Japan in general. They’ve cornered themselves into tight spaces by starting out too small with everything. I’m still trying to figure out why half of the population needs to live in Tokyo 😂

[@Dogdogdoga]

Love it !!! Thank you

[@Xboxracer1]

That's the stuff dreams are made of. 🤩

[@FixingWithFriends]

Wow, they have so many of them crammed into a tiny space.

[@josuevelazquez5465]

240z 😎🏁

[@Fj707ap]

bruh hands down my favorite automotive channel. Is there any old school mango celica turner shops in Japan?

[@dino_dc]

Thanks a lot, happy to hear that! Uhm I’m sure there is, can’t think of any right now. Saw a yellow one at the RAYS event the other day, really looked like a mango 😆

[@khairulhadimuhtaddir9101]

Great amazing video :-)... Very informative

[@dino_dc]

Glad you liked it!

[@DAT240Z72]

Fuel injection doesn’t change the sound of the car. That’s 100% CAM and exhaust

[@ericdishington428]

Growing up in SoCal in the 70s 80s, these Zs were everywhere, Now, they are very rare birds. It's a shame.

[@yobringitondown5565]

True. I owned an original until 1992. Sold it. Big mistake! I managed to find a rust free 240 a few years ago and scooped it up. Now it’s my “forever car”! Never going to sell! 👍🏼

[@cameronjaynemusic]

This was an incredible video! Gorgeous shots, wonderful commentary. My only complaint is the laundry list you just added to my Z in the garage!

[@dino_dc]

Ahaha, Thank you!

[@thekingmezger]

So cool.

[@pjubk]

Soooooooooooooooooooo Cool!!!! Speechless

[@Mantenner]

I think I replayed 13:10 about 20 times.

[@druckerman247]

8k up shift? Lovely.

[@jeffkauffman1651]

Good to know even Japanese shops have boxes piled up everywhere and janky ass tools laying around.

[@dino_dc]

With space being a premium, you get to see some very well stocked up workshops lol

[@ExpyAddress]

Sounds like an air-cooled Porsche!

[@ArchimedeanEye]

As the population dwindles in Japan (by Japanese standards), it's really starting to look like the land time forgot imo. I see it all around the countryside and suburbs in Kyoto.

[@dino_dc]

Yeah it's actually something that you'd never know about if you didn't travel outside of massive cities. Every time I drive through the countryside it's almost depressing seeing little villages becoming ghost towns with only a few old farmers living their last few years. The future will be very tough for Japan...and many other countries out there too

[@chadstueber9401]

Used to love your speedhunter articles!! Had no idea you made a channel! Just subbed and gonna go back and watch all your vids!

[@dino_dc]

Thank you!!

[@ke3542]

Grande Dino 👌🏼

[@dino_dc]

Grazie!!

[@Sick_Boy.]

Hey Dino is this the same shop that was featured in the Discovery Channel Documentary with Rocky Auto,RWB, that Fairlady Shop and another (I can’t recall the cars they would restore)? Also I’m so glad the camera isn’t shaky at all. Makes it so much better to watch on 📺.

[@dino_dc]

Hey! No we didn't film at Star Road for Retro Car Kings. Here is the original announcement I made on Speedhunters about it: www.speedhunters.com/2012/12/the-retro-car-kings/ Unfortunately it's no longer on KZbin as Discovery pulled the copyright card to the guy that was hosing it. Boohoo!

[@Sick_Boy.]

@@dino_dc booooo. 😭 thanx for the info.

[@FernandoSosaIndustries]

Great content Dino, love these little hidden corners of Japan… on another note check your audio levels, goes from your low voice to loud music and back…

[@dino_dc]

Thanks Fernando, will do! We're going to move to a proper mic set up shortly so we will iron the issues out. It's also the way the iPhone records audio, it's pretty weird

[@radracer8777]

this sounds so good, I'd almost want this in an R32 or R34 lol

[@dino_dc]

Well there is that S14 with an L-series in it! Same place also did the conversion to an R30 Skyline wagon

[@ジョイ-b5d]

井上社長、テツさん🎉 やったね、世界進出！！

[@tribltattoo3027]

え～っと、海外のＺ好きなユーチューバーが わざわざスターロードまで動画撮りに来日したって ことでOK？ すげーpassionだな。

[@1987whitez]

I always see the L series but what about the Z31 series in Japan where are they doing these types of Z ? That connection I need enjoyed your video bro.

[@6catalina0]

I still don’t get why the Datsun 240 Zs and the BMW 2002s are so exciting. I still have a place in my heart for the second generation Rotary powered Mazda RX7. But “if everyone liked the same thing, they’d all like your wife”

[@dino_dc]

There are so many cars like this that just got it right. Proof that if you keep shit simple, it will last

[@rockytharpjr]

200k? 😢 that’s a beautiful car but a little out of my price range definitely worth it.

[@NativeTexMexican]

2:46 I'm not sure what I'm lookin at... Why are there ITBs on top of wrapped headers? How does that work?

[@dino_dc]

L-series has the intake and exhaust on the same side, muck like a rotary. Weird, I know!

[@NativeTexMexican]

@@dino_dc Thanks. ✌️😁

[@isaacsnaazir4]

Very nice work!! If I may ask what lens does the other guy use for the cinematics? It looks super clean 👌👌

[@dino_dc]

Thank you! Lenses are a Sigma 35 1.4 and a Sigma 135 1.8

[@angelvalladares1317]

Does anyone know what kind of front spoiler the blue 240z is running?

[@Matt.4877]

Smashing it Dino - matty

[@dino_dc]

Thanks Matty! Need to come to the UK and do some filming there too!

[@ampoie]

Hi Dino, what camera were you using for the dash shot while you guys were doing the test drive?

[@dino_dc]

Sony A73!

[@chrisnuggets]

Too bad they didnt have their Aston Green Hakosuka demo car there! Unless it became a customer car or something. That was one of my favorite TAS cars

[@dino_dc]

Yep that was sold

[@raymondlaikokleong]

Sounds like it revs pretty high for an old engine

[@dino_dc]

8,000 rpm

[@raymondlaikokleong]

@@dino_dc that’s how an NA street car gets into your soul.

[@ceemihail]

I'm a big Nissan fan, and now my son is too. I'm looking for a father and son project Z or R32, R33 project cat. Do they have anything like that where we can work on an engine, suspension, transmission that need a bit of attention? or do you know of a shop that can has similar, and able to export to USA? thanks! and i love your videos!

[@dino_dc]

Thank you! Sounds like a fun project, there are plenty of exporters in Japan, give Andy @ Powervehicles a call and see if he can help

[@g9g9g9]

I luv retro JDM but am in Canada... can they export?

[@dino_dc]

Yes 👍🏻

[@yobringitondown5565]

Any idea what RPM that 2nd gear pull was? The one he did before the tunnel. I play this video over and over just to hear it

[@dino_dc]

8 k

[@yobringitondown5565]

@@dino_dc nice! Thanks! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@yobringitondown5565]

One more question: any idea what the differential ratio is? No big deal, you may not know. I’ll ask Inouye-San

[@figueroajulio3]

Great video. I have a question. Why Japan have red roads? That means to slow down in those areas?

[@dino_dc]

Yes it’s used to highlight dangerous areas so you know to slow down and take care

[@figueroajulio3]

@Dino DC interesting. They should do that in usa lol. Also makes the roads looks better. I love Japan.

[@7007lk]

what the camera setup you use ?

[@dino_dc]

Combination of Sony A7S & iPhone

[@jonathansakura]

Greetings from korea 🇰🇷 💕 ❤ How much are these cars going for?

[@dino_dc]

Depends on the build you spec but about $150-200k all in

[@rjung_ch]

13:09 is that 40 kph, mph or parsecs per year? Looks a bit more than even in mph 🙂

[@dino_dc]

Dunno felt about that but sounded like 200 mph haha

[@platzhirschtv4770]

Reworked Bodywork for better Suspension. German TÜV like :"😂😂😂😂 gtfo of my office" How much a restoration will probably cost in Japan? In $ pls😅

[@dino_dc]

These cars are $130-160k.

[@anbu999]

Roadster -> Star Road

[@dino_dc]

Ster Road? 😆

[@trdadam2325]

sounds rotory

[@newtypecs700]

Ta’Auto

[@dino_dc]

TA Auto is on the lest of places to visit!

[@こうちゃん-r2d]

なんか…

[@まこっさん-e4d]

止まらなければいけないところはちゃんと止まりましょうね･･･! ルールなので(笑)13:06あたり

[@bong4538]

Hope Inoue-san shows you his own self model figurine along w/ his orange car in it made by "Ignition model". It's very funny though exactly looks like him 😅

[@dino_dc]

Ah no way, didn't see that