For the Noto Peninsula Earthquake Reconstruction…300 Decotrailers in Reiwa Gathered to Show Their Flamboyant and Passionate Attention!
Drivers from all over Japan rushed to a charity event in Takahara Town, Miyazaki Prefecture! From Edo Period Ukiyoe to Anime Characters
The organizers insisted that I come. Thankfully, my deco-trucks are very popular among fans, and when I hear that children want to see the real thing, I can’t say no.”
Fujio Tanaka, 63, a resident of Nara Prefecture, said he came all the way 800 km, a distance of 13 hours, on a car ferry with his beloved machine (5th photo) with “Ebessan” painted on it.
On April 14, a large number of decorated trucks with colorful paintings and decorations gathered at Takahara Sports Park in Takahara Town, Miyazaki Prefecture. The number of trucks was as many as 300. The purpose of the event was to support the recovery from the Noto Peninsula Earthquake. The participation fee of 2,000 yen collected from owners of decotrailers was donated to the cause, and the event was free of charge for spectators. In addition, participants pay for their own fuel, highway, and lodging. The organizer’s initial estimate was 200 vehicles, but the number of participants from all over Japan far exceeded expectations.
A 58-year-old man who participated in the event in a decotra decorated with children’s favorite cartoon characters (third photo) said, “I managed to make it because the purpose of the event was to support the recovery from the Noto Peninsula earthquake. His passionate thoughts were packed in every decotra.
