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The French-born Kangoo assists your hobby and lifestyle Vol.18 / Naoya Kawachi (THE DAY Director)
RENAULT supports your Passion.

The French-born Kangoo assists people with their hobbies and lifestyle.
Vol.18 / Naoya Kawachi (THE DAY Director)

RENAULT is a leading French car brand. The Kangoo, synonymous with RENAULT, is a car with a large load space that can carry a lot of luggage and an excellent design that blends in well with both the city and nature. It is a perfect companion for both work and play, and has gained the support of many people. I've always wanted to put a bicycle in a car and go on a trip someday," says one of the owners of the fashion brand "TH". Naoya Kawachi, director of the fashion brand "THE DAY," says, "I've always wanted to put a bike in the car and go on a trip someday. With his beloved Kangoo on board, he set off for Lake Saiko, one of the Five Lakes of Fuji.

The combination of car and bicycle is the strongest.

Mr. Kawachi first became interested in bicycles after the Corona disaster. He had to avoid contact with other people, and it suddenly occurred to him to assemble a bike of his own choice.

Until then, I had always traveled by train, but with a bicycle, you can keep your own pace. I think it suited my personality very well. The fact that I could have time to myself, without anyone interfering, was the most appealing thing to me.

It is a vehicle that allows me to face myself at my own pace. And above all, the appeal of being able to customize it to your own taste has attracted him, and he already owns four cars. He is quite enthusiastic about it.

The specifications of each bike are different, whether it is a mountain bike for complete mountain riding or a road bike specialized for riding around town. The best thing about bicycles is that you can customize them as you like and enjoy activities on them. I get excited even when I am looking for parts. I get attached to my bike because of that.

Bicycles are essential not only as a means of transportation, but also as a way to refresh oneself on holidays.

There is a course that I always run, which is about 20% gravel and 80% road. But if the scenery is always the same, I get bored. So I thought I had no choice but to go away next time. It is nice to ride in a place with rich nature. That's all there is to it. The scenery is so wide open that I feel like I can go anywhere, and it's great to go cycling while breathing in the delicious air.

This kind of activity is possible thanks to a car like the Kangoo, which has a spacious cargo area. I think that the combination of a car and a bicycle is the most powerful. It expands your range of activities. After returning to the city for a short rest, we can go back to the city by car, and our daily schedule can be freely arranged.

INFORMATION

Renault Japon

Phone: 0120-676-365 (Hours: 9:00~18:00, open year-round)
www.renault.jp

RENAULT KANGOO

¥4,190,000- (Manufacturer's suggested retail prices nationwide)
https://www.renault.jp/car_lineup/kangoo/

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