# Tricked-Out Batvans The Japanese Custom Van Show is Creatively Car-Crazy By Meghan Young | Published 2010-11-16 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-custom-van-show References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2010/11/15/batvan/) & [speedhunters](http://speedhunters.com/archive/2010/11/07/gallery-gt-gt-japanese-vanning-madness.aspx) The Japanese custom van show is an insane congregation of crazy creative individuals doing crazy car things. I mean, have you ever seen a van looked as tricked-out as these ones? Located on the Fuji Speedway, these vehicles are definitely both intriguing automobiles and [intricate works of art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Tattoo-Inspired-Land-Rover). See these [crazy vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-nv200-vanette-myroom) for yourselves in the featured gallery and prepare to be amazed at their incredible designs! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Custom Van Modification:** With the rising popularity of personalized vehicles, there is an opportunity for companies to offer unique customization services to car enthusiasts. - **Artistic Car Design:** The fusion of art and automotive technology presents opportunities for automakers to collaborate with artists to create visually appealing cars. - **Alternative Transportation:** The introduction of tricked-out vans as an alternative mode of transportation for leisure or work purposes presents an opportunity for car manufacturers to expand their target market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The customized van trend presents an opportunity for automakers to offer personalized vehicle options for consumers. - **Art and Design:** The creative van modifications showcase the potential for collaborations between the art and automotive industries. - **Tourism and Recreation:** Tricked-out vans could be offered as rental options for road trips and vacations, creating new revenue streams for travel and hospitality companies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Inspired Japanese Automakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renocas.md) - [Tiny Urban Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camper-minivan.md) - [Mini Truck Camper Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daihatsu-atrai-deck-camper.md) - [Futuristic Supercar Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-vehicle-designs.md) - [Micro Camper Concept Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayoibakok.md) - [Compact Camper Kei Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delica-mini-active.md) - [Japanese Concept-Inspired Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daniel-arsham-1.md) - [Road-Ready Dune Buggy Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fordzilla-hypervan.md) - [Sci-Fi Electric Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-van.md)