Mr. Haruo Kimura is a leader in Japan’s car restoration activities, with his work being based on the research of historical facts. As such, his finished vehicles preserve automotive culture for future generations. In recognition of his great achievements, the Japan Automotive Hall of Fame is honored to induct Mr. Haruo Kimura into the Hall of Fame.

Toyota Toyopet Master RR as restored (1988).

Tsukuba-go completed in 1992.

Datsun model 14 completed in 2002.

Kimura’s staff pictured with a Rolls-Royce Phantom II nearing completion.

Kimura (left) with Shozo Maeda of the Motorcar Museum of Japan.

Kimura with Yutaka Katayama of Nissan fame.

The Otomo before restoration completed with H. Igarashi (left) and S.Yamauchi.