On Sunday, December 7, 2025, the 33rd YOKOHAMA HOT ROD CUSTOM SHOW 2025 was held at Pacifico Yokohama. It was a sunny day again this year, and the venue was filled with excitement and energy throughout the entire day.

From the moment the doors opened, many people arrived, and the line quickly grew long. Even though the entrance area was packed with visitors, thanks to everyone’s cooperation we were able to keep the entry process running smoothly. Thank you very much for your support.

At the MOONEYES Booth at HCS2025, the long-awaited BOUNTY HUNTER × MOON Equipped collaboration items—already a big topic even before the show—finally made their debut! The most eye-catching item was the Car Club Jacket, bursting with MOONEYES style. This special W-name piece was produced limited to the event and sold at the venue on the day.

In addition, the Kyosho MAD VAN with MOONEYES, scheduled for release in early February 2026, was unveiled for the first time at the booth. Once the details are finalized, it will be announced on the MOONEYES Official Website, so please stay tuned.

The booth also featured a wide lineup of show-limited items, a tradition every year. The area showcasing mainly new products was bustling with visitors from OPEN to CLOSE.

In the International Village Area, the ever-popular “Gangnam Gimbap × MOONEYES” returned again this year! Many enjoyed authentic Korean flavors such as gimbap wrapped with a special sleeve designed by Wildman Ishii, and yangnyeom chicken.

At the vendor booths, Hard Rock Cafe YOKOHAMA, which launched its second collaboration with MOONEYES, made an appearance. The collaboration goods sold at the venue are also available in limited quantities at their Minato Mirai shop. Plus, the Special collaboration menu is being offered until Friday, December 19, 2025, so be sure to stop by and enjoy it!

The show kicked off with the stunning Ride-In Show, just like every year. Leading the way was the HCS2024 Best Of Show Motorcycle, followed by one featured Car from this year’s Car Show Spotlight, one Guest Car, plus seven Guest Motorcycles. They rode dynamically down the center runway, instantly drawing in the audience. On top of that, our HERO SPONSORS — Harley-Davidson, Indian Motorcycle, and Royal Enfield — each made an impressive entrance with their highlighted models. The energy inside the venue reached its peak in no time. And with that, the show officially begins.

Once the Ride-In Show wrapped up, the guest introduction session began on the main stage. Each guest shared their thoughts about this year’s show, receiving loud applause from the audience. To close the segment, all the guests gathered for a group photo. With such an impressive lineup—a hallmark of HCS—the shot truly became a symbolic moment of this year’s show.

This year, the collaboration campaign with MOONEYES returned once again. Visitors who shopped at MOONEYES brought their tickets to the VAN booth to receive the HCS2025 collaboration patches and stickers, and they seemed to really enjoy the experience. In addition, collaboration T-shirts were available for purchase, and a workshop was held where participants could attach the collaboration patches to the collaboration T-shirts. Everyone had a great time creating their own custom T-shirts in their own style.

This year, MAX SCHAAF of 4Q CONDITIONING once again appeared at the booth to offer limited-edition boots. At the White’s booth, they showcased a special run of just ten pairs based on the 4Q Nomad, the first engineer model in the 4Q series. In addition, a triple-collaboration collection from 4Q CONDITIONING × RIPPER MAGAZINE × WHITE’S was released, featuring T-shirts and sweatshirts themed around “Zansatsu Gomen” (“License to Cut Down”). They also offered apparel illustrated with White’s signature Smoke Jumper boots depicted in the style of Edo-period firefighters who wore them into action.

At the Harley-Davidson booth, the theme was “Harley × Race Culture.” The space was styled like a racetrack, where three models were on display: the CVO Road Glide ST, Road Glide EDITION 1, and a performance-custom model built by an authorized dealer. Popular apparel items were also available for purchase.　A talk show featuring a special guest from Australia drew a lively crowd, covering topics that bridged H-D Racing and custom culture from around the world. Visitors who filled out the survey received an original tote bag, and a Ride-In featuring the CVO Road Glide ST was also held. Altogether, it was a showcase that let guests fully experience the excitement of both racing and custom culture.

They displayed five models — including the Japan-only “R 12 LIMITED EDITION,” limited to 40 units nationwide — for the first time ever at the concourse outside the main venue. Visitors had the opportunity to take their time and closely admire these machines, each of which also draws attention as a strong base for custom builds.

Displayed models: R 12 LIMITED EDITION | R 12 nineT LIMITED EDITION | R 12 G/S | R 18 | R 18 B

Pabst Blue Ribbon is a lager beer produced by Pabst Brewing Company, founded in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1844. This year, they released a collaboration collection with the Japanese street brand RATS, whose brand concept is “WAY OF LIFE.” At their booth, they offered the new collaboration items along with freshly released original products.

This year, in addition to the MOONEYES × BROSH collaboration apparel, they also offered a triple-collaboration item with BACKDROP Leathers—the “GM WALLET w/ chain.” They further brought back, exclusively for HCS, limited quantities of the apparel collections that sold out immediately upon release: “BROSH × TGP Design” and “BROSH × CHALLENGER × HOSOI.” With these collaboration items and more, the BROSH booth was filled with a wide variety of products.

ROYAL ENFIELD unveiled, for the first time in the world, a custom motorcycle based on the CLASSIC 650, built by CUSTOM WORKS ZON. They also introduced additional custom builds, including “SAMURAI” by SURESHOT and a collaboration custom motorcycle with CHEETAH CUSTOM CYCLE. During the Ride-In, Mr. Yoshizawa of CUSTOM WORKS ZON appeared on the Classic 650 “Vita.” They also released 100 limited pieces of the special triple-collaboration T-shirt — ROYAL ENFIELD × MOONEYES × CUSTOM WORKS ZON — featuring artwork by MOONEYES pinstriper Wildman Ishii. In addition, a signing session was held with both Wildman Ishii and Mr. Yoshizawa.

This year again, freestyle motocross legend Carey Hart traveled from the USA to appear as a special guest, drawing major attention with his Ride-In on a custom 101 Scout. At the Indian Motorcycle booth, a wide selection of winter-ready apparel was showcased. Customers who purchased leather or knit items received an original patch, while Instagram followers were given an original concho as a special gift. In addition, Mr. Okamoto, President of TRIJA and the builder behind this 101 Scout custom, also visited the venue. His unique creation — blending the functional beauty of GP racers with the agility of off-road styling — captivated many attendees.

The year 2025 marks Red Wing’s 120th anniversary and Red Wing Japan’s 20th anniversary, making it a double-anniversary year. At their booth, a full lineup of commemorative special items was on display, drawing strong attention from many visitors. In addition, a wide range of limited products was showcased, including the Red Wing Shoes and RED WING SHOES × MOON Equipped collaboration belts, as well as original snow globes, shoehorns, and other special goods. The booth naturally attracted a crowd, and it was impressive to see visitors taking their time, picking up each item carefully and enjoying the shopping experience at a relaxed pace.

Once again this year, they set up a show-car and merchandise booth beside the main stage, which drew a large crowd throughout the day. The annual HCS special collaboration item — the “FLAT4 Racing VW T-shirt” designed by KNOCK — was available for purchase, and as the second release, they also offered a coach jacket commemorating the 50th anniversary of CAL-LOOK, both of which proved extremely popular. Special flower vases created by MOONEYES pinstriper Wildman, Makoto of M & K CUSTOM SIGNS, and Yoko Ogata, as well as garage mirrors pinstriped by MOONEYES pinstriper NATQQ, were also big hits at the booth. The LED jukebox display by SOUND LEISURE attracted plenty of attention, and in the car show area, they exhibited a 1957 TYPE-1 OVAL in California Look style, which is planned to be FOR SALE.

This year as well, they showcased eight motorcycles, including several 360 wide-tire Breakout models in full TRIJYA-Style. They also displayed a TRIJYA-Styled Mangosteen electric bike, and in the Indian Motorcycle booth, a TRIJYA-custom motorcycle was exhibited as well. In addition, they offered event-limited original goods as part of a special giveaway, providing a fun experience for many visitors.

The collaboration between MOONEYES and VOLCOM returned again this year, with the exclusive collection launching early at the show. Blending the rugged aesthetics of custom cars with the free-spirited speed of sideways (board) culture, the lineup delivered a special collection infused with VOLCOM’s signature edge. It brought together items born from the intersection of both brands’ cultures.

WD-40, known in over 160 countries and trusted by professionals as the “ultimate penetrating anti-rust lubricant,” had a booth at the show and offered product samples to visitors. They also attracted major attention with special triple-name collaboration items created together with American Vintage Competition Clubman Roadrace (A.V.C.C.), the U.S.-made motorcycle road racing organization sponsored by WD-40, and MOONEYES. These exclusive products drew strong interest throughout the day.

Little Trees, known for its classic evergreen-shaped air fresheners, offered special collaboration items supervised by The HIDEAWAY BOSS, Naoya Morishita, and MOONEYES Imagineer emi. In addition, Little Trees showcased its full lineup of air fresheners at the venue, including rare items that are rarely seen in stores, which many attendees enjoyed browsing.

This year, the EVILACT booth was presented as a joint display with ENJOY MOTORS, who is currently building a ’47 TRIUMPH T100. Alongside ENJOY MOTORS’ original items, the booth featured EVILACT’s new AW collection and the collaborative eyewear series with ROLLER Magazine, a publication specializing in vintage motorcycles. Many visitors stopped by to pick up the pieces and try them on in person.

The booth showcased Neo Factory’s extensive lineup of domestic and international brands. Visitors were able to pick up products and check their texture and precision firsthand, which drew many people to stop by. It also served as a valuable spot for builders looking for essential parts for their future projects.

With support from NEO FACTORY, S&S made its debut as an event sponsor. At the venue, they hosted the S&S Vintage Tour, showcasing custom motorcycles equipped with S&S Cycle’s old-style engines such as the Knucklehead, Panhead, and Shovelhead. Top Japanese builders—INFINITY Inc., SATOMARI MOTORCYCLE, and Vida motorcycle—created bikes for the display, and a visitor voting contest was held. The trophies for the in-booth contest were custom-made by the 3rd and 4th generations of the Smith family, founders of S&S. Voters received S&S novelty items, and the contest results can be found on the official S&S Cycles Instagram account.

The MOONEYES × DOGTOWN × BLUCO triple-collaboration items were released at the venue ahead of their official launch. This limited collection, produced exclusively for this year, is not to be missed. The artwork for the project was created by MOONEYES pinstriper Wildman.

With full support from photographer Mitzi & Co., and JOKER & MARI, they Presents 5th Annual MOONEYES Pin-Up Girl Contest once again, transforming the stage into a vibrant and glamorous scene. Beginning this year, the contest has moved to a new structure, making it more exciting.

This year, twelve contestants from Japan and abroad showcased their unique styles and performances, energizing the crowd and creating an electric atmosphere. With its refined production and vibrant flair, the contest truly lived up to its reputation as one of HCS’s signature events.

After a thorough judging process, the time has finally come to announce the 2025 Miss Pinup Japan!

In the finale, all the finalists returned to the stage for a vibrant photo session. Surrounded by enthusiastic cheers, the event came to a brilliant close.

A Friendly Event hosted by the Kanagawa Prefectural Center for the Elimination of Violence and the Kanagawa Prefectural Police was kept secret until the day of the show. A patrol car and police motorcycle made a dramatic entrance into the venue with their sirens on. MOONEYES and the Kanagawa Prefectural Police collaborated to create NO! Mafia key rings and “Don’t Panic, No! Mafia” clear files, which were handed out to visitors by uniformed, active-duty police officers as part of their public awareness activities. Everyone is encouraged to stay alert against the increasing number of special scam cases, and to support the “Three No’s + 1” anti–organized crime initiative: Don’t fear organized crime / Don’t give money to organized crime / Don’t use organized crime / Don’t cooperate with organized crime.

On the Main Stage, three familiar HCS acts—OH! SHARELS, Minnesota Voodoo Men, and Jackie and the Cedrics—delivered powerful live performances once again this year. Each band showcased its unique style, filling the venue with diverse sounds that elevated the atmosphere even further. A large crowd gathered in front of the stage, cheering and clapping along to every song, keeping the energy high from start to finish.

This year’s YOKOHAMA HOT ROD CUSTOM SHOW was filled with more energy and excitement than ever before. From the early morning OPEN to the final CLOSE, the venue stayed lively without a single dull moment. Starting with the powerful Ride-In Show and continuing through the booths and stage events, every area was bursting with smiles and excitement—making the entire day feel like it flew by in an instant. We will continue to dive deeper into the event in the upcoming reports, so please stay tuned!