2026.03.31

Yesterday

Yesterday, I went to Jack’s house—the one who drives the team trailer. His wife welcomed me with a home-cooked meal. They introduced me to their animals— dogs, cats, a donkey, chickens, koi, goldfish… but I couldn’t remember them all. Haha. It was almost completely silent— beyond just “quiet.” […]

2026.03.29

Toward the Le Mans test 4

Everyone in Japan is already at the final day of the Motorcycle Show. Here in France, it’s Saturday, March 28, just past 8:30 p.m. I was just watching the American WGP, planning to catch the sprint race starting at 4 p.m. local time. Work-wise, loading is tomorrow, so […]

2026.03.27

Le Mans test 3

Coming from Spain, the cold in Paris really hits you. On the other hand, it’s interesting to see people coming from the north perfectly fine in short sleeves and light clothing. The third machine has also been assembled, and the engine will likely be fired up today. With […]

2026.03.27

Toward the Le Mans test 2

Bikes A and B are complete! Great job, everyone. Tomorrow, we’ll move on to the third unit—Bike C. Things don’t always go as planned in this world. You all know that well enough without me saying it. At a time like this, when people around the world are […]

2026.03.24

Le Mans, engine

Assembly has begun here in France. During the previous Almería test, we had planned to ship three engines from Japan and assemble them, but due to issues with Honda parts at customs, we couldn’t obtain them in time. So we changed the plan and arranged to assemble them […]

2026.03.23

Toward the Le Mans test

We’re still not there yet, but little by little, preparations are coming together. Engine parts have arrived in France, and once the Japanese team gets here, we’ll begin assembly for the Le Mans test. We plan to build three engines, verify them through testing, and secure the race-spec […]

2026.03.18

Cherry blossoms

News of the cherry blossoms in Suzuka arrived on March 14. This one always blooms early. It makes me happy. It’s been decided that Honda France will relocate. Originally, it was planned for the end of last year, but it’s been pushed back by a year. I can’t […]

2026.03.08

Return

All teams have returned from the Almería test to our team base in Paris—Honda France. The camion had its inspection scheduled and passed without any issues. Everything was completed as planned. Right away, the Japanese team has begun initial preparations in the garage for the Le Mans test. […]

2026.03.05

DAY3

Total: 337 laps. We’ve done everything we can at this stage. The groundwork for the Le Mans pre-test is in place. Now, let’s head back to Paris! Tonight’s dinner with the new team— we’re definitely going to be drunk. We’re now heading north on the E15. I thought […]

2026.03.04

DAY2

There were still about 30 minutes left until the end of the day. But we were able to wrap up early and finished with our routine pit work. By now, I’m sure you understand what that means. Things are really coming together. I don’t like to focus on […]