Hi everyone, I'm the guy behind this short film who created it as a tribute to one of my favorite video games and cars of all time. This was a pure passion project to thank Mr. Yamauchi for creating the series, and for allowing Mr. Yamamoto to build his S2000 and other amazing cars. I am grateful to Wei Yong for his amazing cover of "Moon Over Castle" originally composed by Masahiro Andoh. This whole project would not have happened without my wife Yuka, who encouraged me to share the story of this humble Takumi with the world. Note: This project was made with love by fans, and is non commercial in nature. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. No harm is intended, and we wish to share the passion of Mr. Yamamoto's craftsmanship with the world.
Ever since I was 2 years old, Hondas have made my life special. To this day, you are such a huge inspiration on me. I remember when I was a teenager and spent my time alone with Gran Turismo 4, and I remember driving through so much beautiful scenery while mystified by the Opera S2000, like me and it were the only things to exist in a beautiful forgotten world. Thank you.
Happy to know more about the man behind Opera Performance. Thanks for your big contribution to the automotive world and thanks to Nav Amaras for the Short Film because this kind of content does not see everyday and it’s amazing.
Un artigiano con passione e bravura acquisita in una vita. Mi sono commosso vedendo il video, spero escano ancora molti gioielli dalle sue mani. Avrà sempre la mia ammirazione.
Amazing video Nav! I liked how he describes his style as 100% omakase. Imagine the trust you must have in Yamamoto-san to let him decide and build you the perfect car.
A deep bow to you, Nav, and to Mr. Yamamoto. A perfect blend of inspiration, technique, wisdom, artistry -- in the video, paralleling that of Mr. Yamamoto's car creation itself. Passion and compassion welded. "My style of working is 100% "Omakase" (respectfully allowing a chef to curate a meal for you)" is inspiring. Thank you. I will share widely.
Amazing craftsman. I am very impressed and inspired by what he had done. The S2000 is a work of art. Thank you Nav for capturing this for the world to see! Good job!
The Opera Performance S2000 was the best S2000 to drive whether in GT4, GT PSP, GT5 or GT6. One day if I ever get my hands on an S2000 I'll make sure to bring it to you for tuning.
this is art... deeply embraces the philosophy of Honda too when it comes to engineering and performance... overglorified and overpriced crap like ferrari can never come close to this.. this is real art...passion and engineering perfection this kind of engineering could be sold at expensive prices and understandably so..
I am reminded to honor the beauty that uniquely moves me. Perhaps it can serve as a doorway to truth and the sacredness of being human as it has for Mr Yamamoto. Thank you for giving us a glimpse into the world of such an extraordinary person.
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Hi everyone, I'm the guy behind this short film who created it as a tribute to one of my favorite video games and cars of all time. This was a pure passion project to thank Mr. Yamauchi for creating the series, and for allowing Mr. Yamamoto to build his S2000 and other amazing cars. I am grateful to Wei Yong for his amazing cover of "Moon Over Castle" originally composed by Masahiro Andoh. This whole project would not have happened without my wife Yuka, who encouraged me to share the story of this humble Takumi with the world.
Note:
This project was made with love by fans, and is non commercial in nature. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. No harm is intended, and we wish to share the passion of Mr. Yamamoto's craftsmanship with the world.
Spectacular work by all involved, I had goosebumps 🥲
Nice work. I was halfway through making a video about this shop and just deleted it because I know it won't top this lol
Great work!!!
Thank you 😊
Hope we drive some of your cars in GT7!
Ever since I was 2 years old, Hondas have made my life special. To this day, you are such a huge inspiration on me. I remember when I was a teenager and spent my time alone with Gran Turismo 4, and I remember driving through so much beautiful scenery while mystified by the Opera S2000, like me and it were the only things to exist in a beautiful forgotten world. Thank you.
Thank you for your message. I am very happy to read your comment. I sincerely thank you.
Yasukichi Yamamoto
Happy to know more about the man behind Opera Performance.
Thanks for your big contribution to the automotive world and thanks to Nav Amaras for the Short Film because this kind of content does not see everyday and it’s amazing.
I started driving your tuned S2000 since GT4, and has loved it ever since. Mad respect to you! ❤
Thank you for watching and comment and drove Opera S2000 in GT4 . It’s exactly same handling real car.
Un artigiano con passione e bravura acquisita in una vita. Mi sono commosso vedendo il video, spero escano ancora molti gioielli dalle sue mani. Avrà sempre la mia ammirazione.
Very good video! I wonder if your cars will ever come back to the world of Gran Turismo...
Amazing video Nav! I liked how he describes his style as 100% omakase. Imagine the trust you must have in Yamamoto-san to let him decide and build you the perfect car.
This eloquently speaks of the romance of finding a true calling. Amazing job guys.
Please come back to gran turismo 7 I can hear moon over the castle
ETERNAL HERO THANKS FOR EVERYTHING
A deep bow to you, Nav, and to Mr. Yamamoto. A perfect blend of inspiration, technique, wisdom, artistry -- in the video, paralleling that of Mr. Yamamoto's car creation itself. Passion and compassion welded. "My style of working is 100% "Omakase" (respectfully allowing a chef to curate a meal for you)" is inspiring. Thank you. I will share widely.
Thank you for watching and comment 😊
The endless pursuit of truth. True performance. True perfection. Love this philosophy.
Amazing craftsman. I am very impressed and inspired by what he had done. The S2000 is a work of art. Thank you Nav for capturing this for the world to see! Good job!
S2000 opera performance is another one of my favorite car on gt4
Thank you 😊
Beautiful storytelling! Yamamoto-san is a master of his craft who clearly has a talent of bridging human connection with cars.
Nice song choice, nice to see you guys on TH-cam !
Moon over the Castle is my favourite :)
It still gives me the chills..
I have the model car of his race car!
Much feeels
The Opera Performance S2000 was the best S2000 to drive whether in GT4, GT PSP, GT5 or GT6. One day if I ever get my hands on an S2000 I'll make sure to bring it to you for tuning.
I’ll wait your s2000.
Thanks. Wished you spliced in more of the S2000, what was so special about it.
I adore how he related his craft to the inner workings of the human experience. Powerful story!
Thank you for watching
this is art...
deeply embraces the philosophy of Honda too when it comes to engineering and performance...
overglorified and overpriced crap like ferrari can never come close to this..
this is real art...passion and engineering perfection
this kind of engineering could be sold at expensive prices and understandably so..
would love to see these beauties in person!!
It's a real professional, Monozukuri spirit!!
Does anyone notice that the backround song is ballade version of the gran turismo intro song
This is so extraordinarily beautiful. The way that he brings his soul into his creation leaves me in awe. So unique and special!
Thank you for watching and comment 😊
Made me think about Cal Newport’s definition of Cultivating a Deep Life, and how craft / professional purpose is a big part of that
泰吉元気ですか?モータースポーツに対する気持ちが昔からブレてませんねぇ～やっぱり違うわぁ〜応援してます!ガンバ！
功次郎、ありがとう😊
元気ですよ。八女インター通る事があったら、ガレージに遊びに来て下さいね。
Amazing, such a great thing to make your passion your work!!
Excellent!!
Excellent sharing of a little piece of history.
Also super choice of the BGM! So much feels paired with that footage from GT4 !
Very well done brother! 👏
Thank you 😊
Wow!
Hello Japan I hope we can visit soon!
I’m waiting
God damn this is so beautiful.
Very nicely done. You can see the effort and passion that went into this project. It would awesome to see more like this. Keep up the amazing work
Awesome. Thank you for all the videos you do.
Thank you for watching
I am reminded to honor the beauty that uniquely moves me. Perhaps it can serve as a doorway to truth and the sacredness of being human as it has for Mr Yamamoto. Thank you for giving us a glimpse into the world of such an extraordinary person.
Hood Job Bro