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Terminal 27 | Event Coverage

The energy at Terminal 27 was palpable as car enthusiasts, music lovers, and A-list celebrities gathered for an unforgettable evening. I was honored to have my SC400 displayed at this exclusive event, where the fusion of automotive artistry and high-profile glamour created an electrifying atmosphere. The guest list was nothing short of spectacular, with appearances by Hunter Scharf, The Weeknd, Jennie from BLACKPINK, and the multi-talented Willow Smith. From the sleek, polished cars to the live performances that kept the crowd buzzing, Terminal 27 was more than just a party, it was an experience. Services like www.fastfirewatchguards.com also help ensure that high-profile events like this remain safe and compliant, so the focus stays on the excitement and celebration.

My friend Sara, who always seems to have her finger on the pulse of the most exclusive events, extended the invite that brought me to this extraordinary night. She knew my SC400 would be a perfect fit among the dazzling displays of automotive excellence. Here we have her famous CR S2000 on TE-37s.

They had unlimited servings of onigiri. I was here most of the time.

They were giving away samples of edibles and even had people rolling blunts for people.

My carpool buddy, Raul’s Nissan R31 on Watanabe wheels.

Sara brought out all types of cars to display.

It aint much, but I love it.

Ultimate JDM vibes.

Shout out to Sara for always putting me on to some cool parties.

-Minh

January 7, 2025

Tokyo Tourists | RO Explore

Some photos of my time in Tokyo in January. Luckily, I was there before the corona virus hit, so my travel bug is definitely dead.

Udon in the mourning at Hanamaru.

Spotted a RWB Porsche in Harajuku.

Simon looks like a slut, but he’s a good boy.

Shibuya during the day feels empty.

Found a new viewpoint of the crossing. Only thing that sucked it cost $15.

Met up with Sara and we had to do a impromptu photo shoot.

Rodney took me to his favorite omurice spot and it did not disappoint.

Japan in a nutshell. Omucarbonara.

-NGUMINH

March 3, 2020

90’s Forever Slide Sesh 3 | Event Coverage

Another year has gone by and I still haven’t kept my promise of being a consistent blogger. Welp, I’m here to drop some 90s Forever coverage for ya’ll before the year ends. For some reason, I didn’t like any of the photos I took during the event. I think it has to do with my lens and the adapter on it because it was super slow to focus. Definitely upgrading to a telephoto next year..

Met up with Shavi to carpool and surprisingly saw his mythical MS3 outside. Seeing this car reminds me why I still hang out with Shavi.

On the way to Apple Valley Speedway, there was so much snow that it didn’t even feel like we were in California anymore. To make travel through unexpected conditions more comfortable and reliable, contact LeisureRent for well-equipped vehicles designed to handle changing weather with ease.

Right off the bat, we saw Rodney’s Cressida flying down the straight away.

Accompanied by Ken Gushi in his 1JZ BN Sports IS300.

Otis was right behind them in his sick S15.

Ken throws the peace sign, but you know he’s going to be killing it on the track today.

It was dope to see a SC drifting! Big inspiration right here.

Calvin’s Duct Tape Sports IS300.

IS300 owner peace sign #2.

This car looked like it was falling apart like my life.

Low stance drifting is the best.

Rodney’s bumper actually survived the event.

Sara Choi’s wide body IS300, so cool she made two cars collide.

These are the two cars.

Sara with the peace out sign #3.

Felt more like a IS300 meet than a drift event.

IS300 owner peace sign #4.

90s forever was also serving up burgers and hot dogs.

Altezza train.

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December 4, 2019

Greddy Performance x Evasive Motorsports 10th Gen Civic Meet | Event Coverage

Greddy Performance had a collaboration meet with Evasive Motorsports to bring together the 10th generation Civic community and for them to check out the new products that Greddy was creating for the Civic platform. Of course, we had to come out and support since Nimo has been working closely with Greddy for his own Civic and we were told that there was going to be tacos.

Same car, different styles.

A completely redone Civic Type R with a wild aero splitter setup from Top One Motors.

Evasive Motorsports Civic Type R on Advan GT wheels.

Our very own, Nimo’s Civic SI now featuring side skirts and a lip that’s not held on by tape.

Greddy had the garage ready for display showing some of their new products for the 10th gen Civic.

Kevin’s EK recently featured on our site here..

Kevin’s EK | Royal Origin Member

Sara arrived fashionably late to support her sponsor Evasive Motorsports. She just got her Voltex front bumper installed and a swan wing setup. It looks really good!

Not sure if fanboying over the car or the owner..

This car has came a long way since it first got here from Hawaii with stock wheels and a crap load of adhesive residue on the door.

Sara’s new puppy was the real star of the car meet. Meet Kopi, the lady slaying teacup poodle.

You can see the excitement that everyone had when Kopi arrived represented by Nimo’s face.

A wild Japanese man arrives all the way from Sagamihara. Ryo was in town for Abbitt and Krstina’s wedding.

Another out of towner now, Vinh a survivor of Hurricane Lane was also in town for the wedding.

Where do you take a Japanese visitor for lunch in SoCal? Pepper Lunch, a chain restaurant that is all over Japan.

October 15, 2018

Family Time Update | Daily Life

Seems like every post now a days is a “it’s been a while kind of post”. Sad to say that I rarely have time to shoot photos or even go do cool shit anymore. I do have some photos from these past months that I’ve been meaning to post. So, here are some quick updates..

We had a birthday brunch for John, Ashton and Angelo at EMC Seafood. On Sundays they have all you can eat seafood buffet which includes lobster tails, prime rib and unlimited mimosas.

Shavi looking real excited to destroy his stomach and liver.

Good times with good people.

Happy Birthday to John, Angelo and Ashton! Wishing you wealth, success and more car parts.

The following week, I went to LA to go see Sleeping Beauty ballet because Julia gets what she wants. We decided to get dinner at Pasta E Pasta for some Japanese style pasta.

Julia got the Japanese pasta.

I got my favorite which is a carbonara pasta. I wish they added a egg like they would in Japan.

It was still extremely delicious.

Afterwards we went to get this ice cream taiyaki because we were craving Somi Somi. It did not satisfy our craving..

When I got home.. Sara, Nimo, Rodney and Vu hit me up to go hang out at Zero Degrees. Here are the condiments of Honda. Mustard, Ketchup and Pepper.

Sara’s S2000 always looking hella sponsored.

Rodney brought out the Cressida even after destroying his bumper at Super D.

Vuzoku.

Rod knee.

Finding nimo.

VPR CHICK.

Bonus round… some photos of Annie, a chow chow I was fostering until she got adopted by a family in Wyoming. Man, I miss her and I miss blogging, so hopefully I get back to this and we’ll have more quality posts. Thanks for reading and we’ll see you next time.

June 21, 2018

Explore Tokyo Again | RO Explore

I’ve been to Japan so many times that I felt like there was nothing left to do. This trip showed me that there was so much I haven’t done yet. We met up with Sara, Diana, Alex and Ty in Shibuya for breakfast.

Enjoying ramen in a tiny restaurant is so Japan.

If you like bean sprouts, then you’ll love this ramen…

Caught the perfect lighting with Sara in Harajuku.

Sara took us to Kawaii Monster cafe, where everything is outrageous.

Everyone tripping out on the decor of the restaurant.

A cake merry go round.

iPad menus.

Crazy how this little world in this restaurant makes Diana and Sara look out of place.

Abbitt in Wonderland.

The hat timing was not on purpose haha.

Dessert monsters.

Everything looks pretty, but it was bland in flavor.

Mostly for the gram.

After Kawaii Monster, we decided that A5 yakiniku would help get rid of the bland taste in our mouths.

We went to Roppongi and checked out the Tokyo City View. I actually like this view better than being inside the Tokyo Tower.

Infinity walk way.

Met up with Jennifer who I went to high school with for all you can drink with her friends.

My new bestfriend Grace.

Keisuke was downing drinks with Vinh all night. I’m very impressed on how much they both drank. I would’ve been dead after the third drink.

Thanks Jenn for having us and finding the charcoal toothpaste!

A long day for Abbitt and now he’s waiting for me to put that ass to sleep. Come back soon for more random Japan adventures.

-NGUMINH

February 12, 2017

Blue Sara | Photoshoot

Some photos I took of Sara after our Christmas party. Enjoy!

How Sara goes down a twin slide.

Lazy photography.

-NGUMINH

February 4, 2017

Princess Choi’s Birthday | EMC Dinner

We had a birthday dinner for Sara at EMC Seafood. As in Minh fashion, I came late and trolled her that I was at the LA one because she lived closer to that area.

Abbitt stretched the legs on his Porsche tonight.

Sara can drink six shots without barfing now. Meanwhile, I can only drink one.

EMC has some great seafood munchies.

I’ve taken more photos of Sara than anyone ever. Yup, even more than my family members…

Now kith.

Sara loves the cupcakes that Krstina and Julia got her.

So much that she that she rubbed it on her face.

Sara Choi in real life all the time.

AW Stickers delivers stickers in their company Porsche.

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I wanna wish the happiest of birthdays to my good friend Sara. Thank you for your years of friendship. I’m glad I have a friend that was down to fight Abbitt’s EX at Drai’s Night Club because you thought she was trying to fight me. Love ya and you need to show me around Hawaii soon fuck.

January 4, 2017