Disclaimer
Last updated: 2026-07-15
KUROGANE provides information about Japanese car culture, JDM models and chassis codes, import-eligibility rules, auctions and kei vehicles, plus die-cast models and books. It is not legal, import, purchasing, or investment advice, and we never sell or broker real vehicles.
Not legal or import advice
Content describes the structure of import and registration rules (such as the US federal 25-year exemption and Canada's 15-year threshold) in general terms, with links to official sources. We never state that a specific vehicle is legal to import, register or drive in your state, province or country — only the responsible authority can confirm your case.
Eligibility dates are month arithmetic only
Eligibility months shown by our import check and garage countdowns are pure date arithmetic from a manufacture month (+25 years US, +15 years Canada). Eligibility is based on the vehicle's actual manufacture month — verify per chassis before buying — and US federal import and state registration are separate hurdles.
No dealer or importer endorsements
References to auction houses, exporters, importers or dealers are informational. We do not maintain a 'trusted importer' list, accept payment for placement, or guarantee any third party's conduct. We teach the questions to ask; the choice and the risk remain yours.
Prices, availability & dates change
Prices, availability and release dates for die-cast models, books and goods reflect the time of writing and carry an 'as of' date where printed. They change without notice — always confirm on the official store page linked in the article. Where a figure could not be verified, we link to the official source instead of guessing a number.
Not investment advice
Nothing on this site is a recommendation to buy any vehicle or collectible as an asset. We make no statements about future prices or value.
Links & ads
The site contains third-party links and ads, including affiliate links for die-cast models, books and goods (disclosed above every buy box and marked rel="sponsored"). We may earn a commission on purchases at no extra cost to you. We are not responsible for third-party content.
Liability
We accept no liability for any loss arising from use of this site.
Privacy · Terms · Disclaimer