The French-born Kangoo assists people with their hobbies and lifestyle.
Vol. 20 / Takuma Kinjo (Model)

Now that my body has had a good rest, I’m heading out for a hike—one of the main goals of this trip.

"I like just relaxing at the campsite, but sometimes I set up a base like this and head out into the mountains from there. The weather’s nice today, so I’m looking forward to the hike."

As expected, the “OPEN COUNTRY A/T III” from really came through on the downhill stretch. Mr. Kaneshiro seems to have taken a real liking to them.

"Not only is the functionality impeccable, but the white lettering on the sidewalls of the tires really brings out the car’s powerful presence. The original classic wheels from Crimson, which are painted matte black to match, seem to further enhance the ‘Kangoo’s’ rugged look."

"I've always loved driving," says Ms. Kinjo. Her handling is smooth, and she drives the "Kangoo" with ease.

"Even when I go out with friends, I’m usually the one who takes the wheel. While we’re driving, I play my favorite music and sing along quite a bit (laughs). I also enjoy picking songs that match the moment and the scenery. When the scenery and the music come together just right, that alone makes it fun."

I'm curious to know what Mr. Kaneshiro actually thinks about driving the "Kangoo."

"My first impression was that it was a pretty big car. But when I actually drove it, it was much easier to handle than I had expected. It has a tight turning radius, so it’s really easy to drive."

"I was also impressed by the large windows. You have a wide field of view from the driver's seat, which makes it easy to check your surroundings. I think this excellent visibility is one of the reasons I found it so easy to drive."