Coming to Japan for the YOKOHAMA HOT ROD CUSTOM SHOW 2026?

Experience Japanese Aluminum Sand Casting at FORK!

Join us for a special hands-on aluminum sand casting workshop at FORK, a Japanese manufacturer of custom motorcycle parts!

For nearly 20 years, FORK has been designing and manufacturing its own motorcycle parts in Japan, handling everything in-house—from aluminum casting to machining and polishing.

Now, we're opening the doors of our workshop to a small group of international visitors!

Get a rare behind-the-scenes look at how our motorcycle parts are made, and experience the same sand casting process we use in our everyday production.

Guided by the FORK team, you'll create your own sand molds by hand. Our experienced staff will then pour molten aluminum into your molds, allowing you to watch your creations come to life!

If you love motorcycles, cars, metalworking, or simply making things with your own hands, we'd love to have you join us!

Just 8 spots available!

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Tuesday, December 8, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location: FORK Kimitsu Factory, Kimitsu, Chiba, Japan

Capacity: Limited to 8 participants

Language: The workshop will be held in English.

Participants will work in pairs, but individual bookings are more than welcome!

PARTICIPATION FEES & TRANSPORTATION

We offer two participation options.

Option A: Meet at the Factory — ¥12,000

• Includes lunch

• Please arrive at FORK Kimitsu Factory by 10:00 AM

• Transportation to and from the factory is not included

Option B: Round-Trip Transportation from Tokyo — ¥14,000

• Includes lunch and round-trip transportation

• Meeting point: FORK Tokyo Headquarters

• Address: 3-16-2 Higashikojiya, Ota-ku, Tokyo

• About a 10-minute walk from Otorii Station on the Keikyu Airport Line

• Meeting time: By 8:45 AM on December 8

• Travel time to the factory: Approximately 1 hour

• After the workshop, our staff will drive you back to FORK Tokyo Headquarters.

Round-trip transportation from Tokyo makes it easy to join even if you're visiting Japan for the first time!

Important: As we will be traveling with other participants, we must depart on schedule and unfortunately cannot wait for late arrivals. Please make sure to arrive at the meeting point by 8:45 AM.

All prices include Japanese consumption tax.

WHAT YOU'LL MAKE

We currently plan to offer the following items:

• Cast Aluminum Banana

• Dachshund-Shaped Paperweight

• Smartphone Stand

We're also working on adding more items to the selection!

Each participant will make and take home three aluminum pieces, choosing from our available designs.

You'll create the sand molds yourself, and our staff will handle the molten aluminum pouring.

Once your castings have cooled and been finished, you'll be able to take home the pieces you helped create—a unique souvenir of your time in Japan!

HOW TO APPLY

Application Period: November 2–16, 2026

Applications may close early if we receive a large number of submissions.

Please complete the application form using the Google Forms link.

All applicants who submit a complete and valid form during the application period will receive an email containing a Shopify payment link on:

November 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM (Japan Standard Time / JST)

Payment Opens: November 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM (JST)

The payment link will be sent one hour before payment opens, giving all eligible applicants time to prepare.

The first 8 participants to complete payment will secure their spots.

Once all 8 spots have been filled, the Shopify product page will display "Sold Out," and no further purchases will be accepted.

Please note that submitting the application form does not guarantee a spot. Your participation is confirmed only after payment has been successfully completed.

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

Refunds are calculated based on the total amount paid, including transportation fees where applicable.

• Before December 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM (JST): 90% refund

• From December 1 at 10:00 AM until December 5 at 10:00 AM (JST): 50% refund

• From December 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM (JST): No refund

The amount received in your local currency may vary due to exchange rate fluctuations or fees charged by your payment provider.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Clothing & Safety

This is a hands-on metalworking workshop, so please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.

• Long-sleeved shirts and long pants are required.

• Sandals and other open-toed footwear are not permitted.

For safety reasons, all molten aluminum pouring will be handled exclusively by FORK staff.

Guests & Spectators

Due to safety considerations and limited space, accompanying guests or spectators who are not participating in the workshop are generally not permitted, regardless of transportation arrangements.

All participants must register and complete payment in advance.

This workshop is independently organized by FORK and is not an official event or program of the YOKOHAMA HOT ROD CUSTOM SHOW.