Mastermind Behind RWB Wide Body Tuning Empire: Akira Nakai | Larry Chen Capturing Car Culture -Ep .6

[@angeloah]

Man, his English is so good now, since that first Dino article I have been in love with this style. Not just because it so wild but he makes the car alive, like a feeling, a ghost, a myth, but tangible and real.

[@robwaters8848]

YES! Very well put! It's like he's breathing a soul into life. Absolutely stunning 😍

[@prematuredgravy8033]

I had a love for RWB but Dino really drilled it home for me. I think it was his Rough Rhythm article, when Nakai handed him the keys. Incredible stuff

[@tamilpodiyn]

@@angeloah how is your japanese ...

[@angeloah]

@@tamilpodiyn it’s not bad, can ask how’s your day, count to until I am tired of counting, can ask about the rain, can say hello and good bye, thank you, good morning, etc etc, why? I was complimenting him, I don’t have Japanese customers I am building cars with or I would be as good as he is at English, he definitely has me beat at being bilingual. You wanna go?

[@ukiyo5283]

Nakai is the classic example of a Japanese artisan that gives his all on everything he does with his passion

[@CarNerd]

why cant confusd ppl just shut up instead of pretending to be insightful

[@ukiyo5283]

@@CarNerd you seem nice

[@CarNerd]

@@ukiyo5283 you seem indifferent to criticism like someone with schizoid personality disorder

[@robwaters8848]

@@ukiyo5283 Don't even listen to people like him.

[@rdmz135]

@@CarNerd seek help

[@chrisnuggets]

I remember a trip to Chiba in 2012 and Toshi arranged me to come and meet Nakai san on a random weekday at the RWB shop. Even back then he was a busy guy but nice enough to spend some time and chat even in basic English. I remember his hospitality and warm spirit. He sent me off with a bunch of RWB merch and stickers, so cool. Even let me take photos with him and his cars. Im glad his business has only grown since then

[@aw6545]

He said, "so many people outside, not so many people, same mind." This man is in touch with the whole universe through porsches.

[@ruffneck_asian3688]

I saw Larry Chens name and Nakai. I stopped everything I was doing to click and watch. Fantastic content as always. Thanks Hagerty for putting together an amazing mash of car cultures.

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

Good life choices.

[@CBMedia404]

I was lucky enough to watch and photograph Nakai build Rutledge Woods LS3 swapped RWB and it was an INSANE experience and truly made me appreciate these cars soooo much more.

[@Wingsabr]

This man is the perfect example of ikigai. This is the representation every human needs to find their purpose in this world. 🙌 🫶

[@071Rishi]

@@Wingsabr im still searching

[@SanseriIIDX]

Today. I was today years old when I realized Nakai-San is able to communicate in English with conviction.

[@pol.86]

Thank you again Hagerty for picking up Larry Chen. Love this

[@8greateight8]

I love akira’s shirt. “What the world needs now is tough love” so true.

[@StevieVman1]

he is a genius. The dedication and inspiration is unreal. His humility and demeanor make his videos surreal

[@LenzPhotography]

I’ve been very fortunate to be able to witness Nakai San build an RWB 993. Those two days are probably the greatest two days in my life and I will never forget them.

[@arunassumanas8421]

Literally one of my favorite new shows. Thank you Larry, it’s an honor to see your content! Keep it coming! 🤙

[@charlesclairvoyance]

This has 100% been my video of the year, Nakai is legend and I'm so glad that you guys were able to make this happen, and I definitely agree with the idea that the 997 build is the opposite of Nakai-san maturing

[@timeattackfb758]

So good to see someone whose clearly blown up financially and fame wise and still stick with the original passion and not change

[@darkehornet8751]

Thank you Larry for making this show and giving the car culture it's voice

[@sincerelyjb3]

Damn his work is is cold 🥶 Everything about Nakai screams artist. his hair his attitude and the fact he smokes cigarettes with sandals on …. Japan will eventually make a statue of him and I promise it will have sandals 🏎️

[@sabishiikarasu4158]

This man truly has been my go back to inspiration for over a decade . Rwb chassis Porsche by him and rotary powered is a dream build for me . A outlaw legend he will always be . 🙇🏻🖤🍻

[@rikosway]

First I have not watched the whole thing yet But just the first few minutes. I appreciate the words and respect given to Dino. And the history between the both of you as well Larry how you both were on speedhunters. And following you all these years and your stories. With out a doubt you both are monsters in the industry. And it’s exciting to see you grow Larry. I just want Dino to get his due share. And you make those comments means a lot to me. It’s a privilege to know both of you and have friendships. Also thank you for visiting Nakai-san We all brothers of RWB Thank you. See ya at sema

[@OCDRex11]

When modern Porsche's become "common" and modded like "No big deal", you have this. Crazy! Never knew about this until I watched this video. Thanks for sharing this with the world. Another reason I need to get to Japan.

[@SideQuestHomestead]

It doesn’t matter how many times I see Nakai’s shop- I’m still amazed.

[@daytonsmith3290]

I told myself I only wanted 7 dream cars but after seeing this masterpiece and his passion makes me wanna put it to 8 that's awesome!! Man defined everything and beat the odds!!! Love to see it❤

[@jessicaregina1956]

The one thing that will never be in his workshop is a No Smoking sign😂

[@Jupitersonlyson]

@@jessicaregina1956 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@jeffshappard8227]

Larry always hits it out of the park in terms of content. So happy to see that he/Hagerty are on this journey together and I look forward to what will come of it!

[@jasonwu2758]

This mans demeanor, swagger and the cars he's envisioned and brought in reality is, unrepeatable. Always though a Porsche as clinical perfection but this man turns it into something that makes me stray from my JDM idolization. This blokes an artist.

[@nickwong2525]

I remember a few years back while in Tokyo, i was queueing up at a ramen restaurant in Akasaka then i saw Nakai-san passing by in his purple RWB, pretty sick ride in person. Sadly my phone was crappy at that time so taking picture at night was totally out of the question.

[@Accept_Failure]

Nakai is such a generous and vast experience still talking like each and every word. I am just the beginning and I am trying to work and learn about my whole life.

[@dn252]

I’ve been a RWB fan for many years! This video reminded me why. Thank you Larry and Dino👌

[@DennisGr]

as a german it's the japanese craftspeople i respect above all else. their work ethic, their appreciation and commitment to detail, the craftsmanship. it's all second to none. nakai-san is a prime example.

[@AyaxRo]

Hagerty is hitting it out of the park. Great commitment to great content. Hope to see alot more Larry here.

[@user-oy4lk7fd9w]

larry chen + hagerty turned out to be good

[@LarryChenPhoto]

😋 thanks for watching

[@G_Ozare]

Dino is a legend. Speedhunters really helped capture the tuning culture in Japan for us Westerners. Thanks Larry!

[@pablow2009]

I love RWD he is definitely humble kind polite respectful an inspiration I just can’t put more words to describe him he is definitely a Japanese HERO

[@leemcelmeel8782]

I'm a huge RWB fan. I love Akira Nakai's work! Great video!!!

[@davidboyce6427]

Big fan of this quiet man. He’s an artist and genius 🤜🏽

[@donOmar1124]

This is definitely a dream of mine to go to Japan and chill at Nakai san shop and watch him work or clean some cars for him.. super super cool

[@machmania5112]

ポルシェの事は全くわかりません。８６の頃の中井さん知ってます。応援してます。respect！

[@smudger6461]

I love humble people, wickedly talented individual that is sure a gift... Salt of the earth 🌎

[@graff502cans]

Nakai San is so inspirational 🙌 .

[@matthewgoins87]

Larry your a legend!!!!!!! Your content is my #1 favorite thing to watch.

[@TheSlash389]

Hope to see his Story in depth some time in the cinema. I think he deserves it because he is a living legend! Its Art, he is a Artist, Master in his crafts. ❤

[@PhillipTieuChainz]

Larry, glad to see you give the 997 RWB some love. We've all seen the air-cooled 991's but enjoy the 997. RWB and Nakai-San has inspired us at Indecent to widen 911's!

[@dccllcjjt7062]

I bought Hagerty insurance for my cars just because they support people like Larry Chen and cars like RWB. Love being a part of this culture. Keep up the great work!

[@trazyntheinfinitehereforur828]

i love nakai because he feels genuine even when theres not a word said like his pants are ripped his hands and knees are dirty from working and he'll smoke even when the cameras on him because thats probably what he does anyways

[@georgedreisch2662]

One thing has changed, Nakai’s English is considerably better. Brilliant builds!

[@Brett101792]

I love how he keeps it real with his "method to the madness" style garage instead of building this clean and sterile (basically souless) facility.

[@rickintexas1584]

Nikai is definitely a Porsche artist. He truly created a brand.

[@FourDollaRacing]

It's aftermarket and nothing more... 🚮

[@robwaters8848]

I LOVED this episode! Knocked it out of the park. Please give us more like this!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@asaprulers226]

Just started watching these rwb and it is awesome. Such a nice guy and he is just hustling and making dreams happen

[@TheFarhanfaris]

Terima kasih bro.. episode ini bisa melihat kedalam bengkel Nakai... terima kasih Larry

[@wickedpony4633]

Thanks for sharing this story. You are so talented taking outstanding, meaningful photos/videos and also relating the background story with such passion. Akira Nakai is such a talented and humble person. Thanks for sharing this story.

[@brianf8621]

Hagerty thanks for bringing the alternative content. I would love to have a 997.

[@hungryalien]

nakai's english has improved significantly over the years too! nice to see him again!

[@rocksagar]

Love this video, love Nakai San’s Humility, Simple guy, such a great guy and a legend ! Thanks for this video. Hopefully someday I can get a Porsche modified by him too. This is a huge treat to all petroheads out there !

[@ipackjang]

Truly one of the most beautiful videos I’ve ever watched

[@CHmLgN]

I think the first time I saw an RWB was in Du Pont Registry as a kid, along side like Gemballa and Strosek stuff. Simply legendary.

[@jasonbecker3319]

Nakai-san is on another level of artistry. Craftsmanship, skill, and technical beauty all in one well executed package!

[@Neale78]

😂

[@xxhotelcrazyxx]

@@Neale78 ok 🤓

[@jameshughes1815]

Wow, best episode yet! Keep them coming! Love Japanese car culture!

[@d3gangsta]

I love how nakai's english has improved throughout the years.

[@Nicrobeeld]

I still remember the first Speedhunters post on Nakai-san, RWB, Idlers, … Mesmerizing! Greetings from the Stella Artois country!

[@solecollector87]

Akira Nakai is a god. My dream car is a 964 RWB. I LOVE RWB. This video is amazing. Thanks Larry!

[@liddellasya]

The way he sat at the sidewalk while you were shooting is so funny

[@alexatanasie3302]

Thx to RWB I kinda love Porsche now. Thx sensei, amazing work.

[@pradsek4837]

Larry Chen - Dino - Nanak san = LEGENDS . Keep em coming sir 👌

[@cactus-xyz]

I hope i'll get my hands on an rwb 993 one day, this documentary brought me hope, thank you

[@achayasa1376]

Larry chen i'm from indonesia and i'm happy because your friends using tshirt rwb indonesian❤❤❤ thank you somuch larry🙏😊

[@SVPSkins]

Can i just say a big thank you to Larry and Dino for bringing RWB into my life. If it was for you two i honestly don't think i'd be typing this now (if you catch my drift), as back when you first covered RWB in SpeedHunters, i was at my lowest point in my life and remember stumbling over this feature with Hooters (Adriana) and having something to take my mind off everything.

[@mfsusanoo7238]

"it's so wide" "Yeah" said so casually XD

[@MoparBosss]

The legend himself respect!!! He was my source of inspiration with doing my widebody kit to my charger. When you're in it nothing matters & it's all about craftsmanship

[@jonathancastellino6707]

Incredible. And I have to say that this video really helped me to love and appreciate the RWB evolution more (moving to water-cooled).

[@100proofcrew]

Nakia such a humble chill dude, and his English has gotten so much better.... like them or not, there's 100 people in line for one and the built ones sell for hundreds of thousands

[@caddiman9834]

His work is Art. Amazing.🤙🏼

[@cjelectronichunter]

Nakai is literally one of the two reasons I love Porsches

[@prematuredgravy8033]

Holy crap, I love RWB, but to see Dino in this video! He's one of my favorite Speedhunters members, what a pleasant surprise. Awesome video PS: I love your articles too, Larry lol

[@KINGOFTH3JUNGL3]

Talk about truly living your dream life. Jealous of Nakai and Larry. Love the your videos!!!

[@davenamba]

Enjoyed the video! Showcasing Nakai-sans silver 997 will open up a whole new generation of RWB builds that the average Porsche owner can now afford.

[@ylee280]

Larry is the King!!! Awesome content, always!

[@reecewatson5311]

Larry, once again you have gone over the top. RWB, if I owned a car that makes a statement, an RWB would be that car. If I owned an RWB, Id have no need for a woman in my life...

[@AngieMeadKing]

Legend! Love going to HQ, hope to join Idlers this year!

[@70svd]

He is a real fanatic Porsche lover he does it for the love of joy and creating something special. He’s an artist soon his work will be skyrocketed like a Picasso 😊❤

[@Killerconceptz]

Didn’t know he spoke English! Love this guy and what he’s done staying so low key!

[@chandlerbraaten847]

To my knowledge he only speaks enough to have general conversation. He's not quite fluent yet but with more travel I'm sure he will get the hang of it. He was much better at speaking it in this video than some of the older videos of him.

[@wakjob961]

Thank you Larry. This was a treat.

[@ryan49805]

I love this dudes style!!! What a bad ass!!!

[@rcm7900]

I am not a Porsche guy but wow this guy has done amazing work . Turned me into a fan of his Porsche .

[@cpcreit]

Tesla should let Nakai San do it as a special edition....takes a true maverick to come up w/ such daring/bold designs, yet so elegant at same time...literally something out of an 80's Anime.....only thing missing is some type of hi tech nitro boost that can jet one from 80 MPH to 120 MPH in 2 secs or less...

[@Kenkichi24]

@@cpcreit never gonna happen. Cause it is not a Porsche

[@paulheywood2116]

He’s such a down to earth guy and amazing artist

[@250GTOAJ]

Hi Larry, thanks for this, my Son and I got to know Nakai from the builds here in the Vancouver area. 😎👍🇨🇦

[@hanablemoore8239]

Dino and larry are legends in my book.

[@pedroxeta8496]

That blue Econoline van @2:00 is calling my name 🤤

[@charityfannon5292]

Oh man what a person to get to do a story on. Your a lucky guy mr Chen.

[@saalamin1869]

All japanese tuners are legendary AF

[@devlinsaikia]

Larry Chen, you inspire us.

[@carljuztine3328]

the 1st time ive ever heard nakai-san speak, not what i expected, history here

[@jesus9517]

Mannn I’ve never even heard him speak until today good stuff!!!

[@LF-Productions]

Wasn’t gonna watch but then I realized it’s a Larry Chen vid then I clicked :)

[@LarryChenPhoto]

Thanks for watching!

[@noemendozanava9038]

Simply amazing, thanks Larry and Dino

[@aizatms]

Nakai-sama. Legend.

[@bowlerwildcatGaming1991]

Nakai San the Legend I didn't know Nakai could speak English Nakai & Magnus Walker a lagend in modifing Porsche 911's

[@rodreyjuni1919]

Love the RWB's!and i love how Nakai works on his art!

[@LexEstatic]

Wish Nakai would slow down on smoking. It would be sad to see such a legend suffer from complications in regards to it in the long run. Especially now after RWB is standing in the spotlight. I still personally want to see more RWB’s and one day get one.