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A one-day tour of Tokyo with painter Joji Nakamura. A good distance from things you feel in the Twingo.
Painter meets Twingo

A one-day tour of Tokyo with painter Joji Nakamura. A good distance from things you feel in the Twingo.

The French car brand RENAULT's Twingo is an attractive car with a compact size. The Twingo is a compact car with an appealing size that makes it easy to navigate the narrow alleys and lanes of Paris and enjoy driving comfortably. Tokyo, on the other hand, has a unique urban landscape with a complex intertwining of main roads and small streets. The coexistence of large buildings and short, old-fashioned houses is unique to Tokyo. We took a tour of this city with Joji Nakamura, a painter whose works are also exhibited in Paris, in the "Twingo". We spent a day sightseeing in Tokyo, visiting galleries and stores that Mr. Nakamura is familiar with and admiring his favorite views of Tokyo. The "Twingo" played a role in this tour.

The "Twingo" has a sense of gentleness or familiarity.

Departing from Zoshigaya, our next stop was Asakusa. When asked about the comfort of the Twingo, Mr. Nakamura shared his impressions.

When I went to Paris, I often saw Renault cars, but now that I've actually driven one, the Twingo is a great car. I used to drive a compact car, so I was always attracted to cars with this kind of size feel. It is very easy to drive on narrow roads, and even though the Twingo is a small car, I don't feel cramped in it, which I find attractive.

Nakamura says, "I also felt a sense of freedom while riding in the car. The wide-opening roof also contributed to this feeling.

It felt good to run. In winter, you can feel the cool breeze and straighten your mind, and in summer, you can be cool in summer. You also get a nice view from the backseat, and it makes a big difference.

One more thing Mr. Nakamura mentioned about the Twingo. It is about design.

Not only the Twingo, but all Renault cars have a certain cuteness to them. But they also have a certain sophistication, which is what you'd expect from France. The compact size of this car emphasizes this. So it doesn't intimidate people walking around it. I think that kind of car is rare, and I think it has a kindness or friendliness to it.

INFORMATION

Renault Japon

Renault TWINGO EDC Canvas top

Manufacturer's suggested retail price ¥2,106,000 (tax included)
www.renault.jp/car_lineup/twingo/unique/

Specifications: Right-hand drive electronically controlled 6-speed AT (6EDC)
Overall length x width x height (mm): 3,645 x 1,650 x 1,545
Total displacement: 0,897L
Maximum output (ECE): 68 kW (92 ps)/5,500 rpm

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