Initial C | Cosmos, The Forest of Pastry

Initial D has became such a household name in Japan through the years that whenever people see fast driving or racing, at least one person in a group would automatically relate it to Initial D. But, would people relate Initial D... to pastry, as in cake?

Well, someone from Saitama prefecture has capitalized on the success and popularity of Initial D, by using a huge billboard with Takumi on top of their shop. They name their shop 頭文字C 洋菓子の森 コスモス "Initial C - Cosmos, Forest Of Pastry"

They have placed not-for-sale Initial D memorabilia on display inside. One of the priceless memorabilia is a large original art drawing, autographed by the author of Initial D, Shigeno Shuichi. How did they do it? It turns out the owner of the shop is a relative of Shigeno-san. That sure explains it, doesn't it? Because it is extremely difficult to get the license to use "Initial D."

Speaking of that, a forum user goes by the name Daniel has started a quest on acquiring the license to use Initial D in his coffee shop in Malaysia. With the help of other forum users, Daniel has managed to get replies from Kodansha. Visit this thread to follow the story: https://idforums.net/index.php?showtopic=46167 (smile)

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| Location |
» Address: 埼玉県さいたま市岩槻区本丸3-24-43
» Telephone: +81 048-758-2633
» Hours: 10:00 ~ 20:00
» Google Maps: http://goo.gl/maps/t1yYi

| Sources |
» 洋菓子の森 コスモス｜店舗紹介 | http://iwatsuki-cosmos.net/shop
» 頭文字Ｃ｜カローラに乗って！ | http://minkara.carview.co.jp/userid/250780/blog/9884099
» 頭文字C～~(・・?))(((;・・)? | http://blogs.yahoo.co.jp/aizkankou111/33457524.html
» 頭文字Ｄラスク　洋菓子の森コスモス | http://minkara.carview.co.jp/userid/199066...4520/photo.aspx
» 頭文字C｜PROJECT.D｜Blog｜高橋 啓介 | http://minkara.carview.co.jp/userid/387484/blog/30249195
» イニDラスク｜キャンにゃん＠WRX｜Blog | http://minkara.carview.co.jp/userid/1957278/blog/30962091


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The infamous Hakone white devil

A couple good friends / Initial D fans gathered up on 三国峠, 神奈川 (Mt. Mikuni, Kanagawa) for a small gathering today. Unfortunately, the infamous "White Devil" (heavy fog) in... Hakone has prevented an otherwise perfect photo opportunity.

We think with the heavy fog background, it gives it a special kind of atmosphere that sunny day can't match. Of course, they didn't dare to drive fast in the fog. Real Initial D die-hard fans know where to draw the line between reality and fantasy. Keep it safe out there! (smile)

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| Sources |
» 頭文字D仕様の車でプチドライブ！？ | http://minkara.carview.co.jp/userid/1359095/blog/31013839
» Mt. Mikuni - Google Maps | http://goo.gl/maps/jLNUp


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One Handed Steering?

One handed steering? That's cute.


Editor's Note: Re-live this scene now! » http://youtu.be/wZiLf-8FwD8 Enjoy your weekend, everyone!... (smile)
(Image Source: Initial D First Stage ACT.24「赤城の白い彗星!」"Akagi's White Comet!")


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INITIALDCEPTION

INITIALDCEPTION


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