A must-see for motorcycle fans! A talk and live performance featuring Suzuka 8 Hours legend Seiichi Sengoku and “the perfect rock ‘n’ roller,” Takahara-san, has been confirmed! Former racer Shigeharu Otsuka will also be participating! The interviewer is former TV Osaka announcer, Toshiyuki Sennenya.
TV Osaka Co., Ltd. Press release: October 24, 2025 To Members of the Press A must-see for motorcycle fans! A talk and live performance by Suzuka 8 Hours legend Seiichi Sengoku and “The Perfect Rock ‘n’ Roller,” Takahara Aniki, has been scheduled! Former racer Shigeharu Otsuka will also be participating! The interviewer is former TV Osaka announcer, Toshiyuki Sennenya. Japan Mobility Show Kansai 2025 / 13th Osaka Motor Show “Talk & Live Performance by Seiichi Sengoku, Shigeharu Otsuka, and Takahara Aniki” Sunday, December 7th, 12:00 PM @ INTEX Osaka
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20945/2371/20945-2371-4e9afae639b85376b388222e07cf67c1-2503×1671.jpg A view of the stage at the previous exhibition/12th Osaka Motor Show (December 2023, from left: Chinnen-ya announcer, Sengoku, and Takahara) ◇ “Legend of the Suzuka 8 Hours” Presented by Kiyoshi Sengoku, Shigeharu Otsuka, and singer-songwriter Akemi Takahara Special Talk & Mini Live◇ ■Date and Time: Sunday, December 7th, 12:00 PM – INTEX Osaka Main Stage *11:30 AM – Takahara-nii On Stage / Open Rehearsal ◇Part 1 (12:00 PM – 12:40 PM) Suzuka 8 Hours / Talk Show ・Stars: Seiichi Sengoku (former racer), Shigeharu Otsuka (former racer), and Kei Takahara (singer-songwriter) ・Interviewer: Announcer Toshiyuki Sennenya ◇Part 2 (12:40 PM – 1:00 PM) Takahara-nii On Stage (Mini Live)
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20945/2371/20945-2371-54f08164b2ffd046d7b240e297ab0214-564×402.png Mr. Seiichi Sengoku ❖Seichi Sengoku Former racer, Representative Director of Kobe Riders Club Co., Ltd. He competed in the first Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Road Race in 1978, and then formed “Team Shinsuke” with Shinsuke Shimada in 1986. In 1986, Team Shinsuke competed in the Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance for the first time, and retired from racing in 1991. In 1992, he became an FIM-certified Suzuka Circuit marshal rider. He is a legend of the Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance motorcycle race. ❖Takahara Kei Japanese singer-songwriter, talent, and electrical contractor. Born in Toyama City, Toyama Prefecture. Former lead singer of the band “Aladdin.” Known for the hit “Perfect Rock ‘n’ Roller,” which he wrote and performed with the band. “Perfect Rock ‘n’ Roller” won the Grand Prix at the Popcon and World Song Festivals. Since 2007, he has written a series of hit songs for artists such as Pabo, Shuchishin, and the combined unit Aladdin, blossoming as a composer. He also appeared at stage events such as talk shows and mini-concerts at the Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Road Race, earning him the nickname “8 Hours Man” among motorsports fans. “Wind, To Suzuka,” written by Shinsuke Shimada, is the theme song for the Suzuka 8 Hours. Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20945/2371/20945-2371-1c0571190bbcab9d504888c8e3749abf-1200×1701.jpg Brother Takahara ❖Shigeharu Otsuka Started racing in 1975 at age 18, and obtained International Class A status at age 20. In 1979, he made his first appearance in the Suzuka 8 Hours with Moriwaki. In 1986, he competed in the Suzuka 8 Hours with Team Shinsuke (reaching 6th place overall but suffering from muffler trouble). In 1992, he competed in the FIM World Championship Malaysian 6-Hour Endurance Race, finishing 5th overall.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20945/2371/20945-2371-2ce55054ba66a92385e9a401ea0faf66-205×245.jpg Announcer Chitoseya Toshiyuki ❖Chitoseya Toshiyuki Toshiyuki) Originally from Soja City, Okayama Prefecture. He joined TV Osaka in 1981 as part of the first class of new graduates. He has worked in a wide range of fields, including motorsports, professional baseball broadcasts, news programs, information, and variety shows. At the Suzuka 8 Hours, he spoke for an astounding 9 hours and 16 minutes without a break, from the opening before the race to the fireworks after the finish, without taking a break or eating. From 1989 to 1998, he was in charge of live commentary for the Road Racing World Championship (WGP). ■Event Overview 〇Name Japan Mobility Show Kansai 2025 / 13th Osaka Motor Show Official HP
https://www.tv-osaka.co.jp/event/osaka-motorshow/ 〇Theme Like! Mobility 〇Period 3 days from Friday, December 5th to Sunday, December 7th, 2025 (Reiwa 7) 5th (Fri), 6th (Sat) 9:00-19:00, 7th (Sun) 9:00-18:00 Venue: INTEX Osaka (1-5-102 Nanko Kita, Suminoe-ku, Osaka) Halls 1/Ajiwai Road Halls 2-5/Domestic manufacturers, importers, and general exhibitors Hall 6 A, B/Jidosha Ren Dealer Corner,
Customization World, Camper World and others Organizer: Osaka Motor Show Executive Committee Composition: (one company) Japan Automobile Dealers Association Osaka Branch, Japan Automobile Importers Association, Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun, TV Osaka (in no particular order) 〇Co-hosted Shiga Prefecture Branch of the Japan Automobile Dealers Association Kyoto Prefecture Branch of the Japan Automobile Dealers Association Hyogo Prefecture Branch of the Japan Automobile Dealers Association Nara Prefecture Branch of the Japan Automobile Dealers Association Wakayama Prefecture Branch of the Japan Automobile Dealers Association 〇Sponsorship Kansai Bureau of Telecommunications, Kinki Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry, Kinki Regional Development Bureau, Kinki District Transport Bureau, Kansai Regional Police Bureau, Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City, Kansai Economic Federation, Osaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc., Japan Automobile Dealers Association, Inc., (One company) Japan Auto Parts Industries Association (One company) Japan Automobile Tire Association, (One company) (One company) Japan Automobile Maintenance Promotion Association, (One company) Battery Industry Association, (One company) National Federation of Light Vehicle Associations, Japan Petroleum Association, Japan General Insurance Association, Japan Automobile Federation Kansai
Headquarters, All Japan Traffic Safety Association, Japan Hire & Taxi Association, Japan Used Car Dealers Association, All Japan Auto Parts Wholesalers Association, Japan Automobile Research Institute, Organization for the Promotion of Environmentally Friendly Vehicles, Osaka Light Motor Vehicle Association, Osaka Prefecture Rent-A-Car Association, Japan Auto Parts and Supplies Aftermarket Promotion Association, Japan Motorcycle Promotion and Safety Association, Osaka International Economic Promotion Center, Japan Automobile Accident Prevention Agency, Japan Automobile Appraisal Association, Japan RV Association, Biwako Broadcasting, Wakayama Television, Mie Television, FM Osaka, Alpha Station, Kiss FM KOBE (in no particular order/planned) 〇Sponsors: Takara Tomy, Japan Tobacco, Hit 〇Theme song: Umeda Cipher 〇Admission fee General admission: 2,000 yen (1,800 yen in advance) University and vocational school students: 1,500 yen (1,300 yen in advance) Late tickets: 1,300 yen (no advance tickets available) *Entry begins 2.5 hours before the end of each performance. *Free for high school students and younger / Free for persons with disabilities and one accompanying person General: ¥1,800 (tax included) *Same-day tickets ¥2,000 (tax included) University and vocational school students: ¥1,300 (tax included) *Same-day tickets: ¥1,500 (tax included) How to purchase: Ticket Pia
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