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Despite their keenness to export, some of Japan’s best cars never made it to Europe – at least, not officially. Some pre-​​date the export drive, some were only built in tiny numbers and others they just didn’t think we’d like. It’s a pity; some of these cars are techno­lo­gical marvels, and they all directly refute Japan’s reputation for building boring cars.

by Ben Oliver