Welcome to Artomobilia Weekend 2026, where we shine a focused light on Japanese Domestic Market vehicles and the enthusiasts who keep this culture alive. The JDM presence at Artomobilia is not a formal club or a single marque. It is a collective. A gathering of owners who appreciate Japanese cars built with purpose, ingenuity, and personality.

JDM cars were shaped by a different set of priorities. Tight roads. Strict regulations. A culture that rewards efficiency, balance, and clever engineering. The result is a generation of vehicles that feel intentional rather than excessive. High-revving engines. Compact dimensions. Design choices that favor the driver’s experience over headline numbers. These cars were never meant to impress on paper. They were built to work, to last, and to be enjoyed.

In 2026, this collection plays an important supporting role to our Featured Marque, the Acura NSX. Where the NSX represents the polished, world-class expression of Japanese performance, the broader JDM collection provides context. These cars show the environment that produced it. Sports coupes, homologation specials, tuner icons, and rare imports together tell a deeper story about how Japan approached performance from the inside out.

Artomobilia Weekend begins Friday evening at VELOCE, an exclusive hangar party featuring a curated selection of high-performance cars, remarkable aircraft, exceptional food, craft cocktails, and live music in a private aviation setting. On Saturday, the Carmel Arts & Design District becomes home to more than 500 exceptional vehicles, including a dedicated spotlight on Japanese performance and enthusiast cars woven throughout the event.

The JDM display is about discovery and conversation. It invites long-time enthusiasts to share their knowledge and newcomers to see these cars up close, many for the first time. It reinforces that Japanese automotive culture is not defined by one model or one era, but by a shared philosophy that values innovation, restraint, and connection to the road.

Your car, your story, and your enthusiasm are what bring this collection to life.