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Spoon Sports

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Spoon Sports
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What is Spoon Sports?

Japanese Honda tuner founded 1988 by Tatsuru Ichishima. Famous for racing-focused Civic and Integra builds, distinctive yellow-and-blue livery.

Spoon Sports is a Japanese Honda-focused tuner house founded in 1988 by Tatsuru Ichishima. The company specializes in racing-prepared Honda parts and complete builds, with particular emphasis on Civic, Integra, and S2000 platforms. Spoon's distinctive yellow-and-blue livery has become a recognizable hallmark of Japanese racing-prepped Hondas globally.

Spoon Sports has built a global reputation through racing success. The company has competed in Japanese touring car series, endurance racing, and various international events. Spoon-prepared S2000s have set time attack records at Tsukuba Circuit. Spoon-prepared Civic Type Rs have won multiple Japanese championship classes. The company maintains active racing programs alongside the parts business.

Spoon Sports parts are highly regarded in the global Honda tuner community. Common products include suspension components (sway bars, tie bars, suspension bushings), engine internals (camshafts, cam gears, throttle bodies), exhaust systems, and complete crate engines. The company also offers complete car builds for select platforms. Pricing reflects the boutique nature of the brand; Spoon parts are typically more expensive than mainstream aftermarket alternatives.

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Frequently asked questions

Who founded Spoon Sports?
Tatsuru Ichishima founded Spoon Sports in 1988. Ichishima had previously worked in the Japanese racing industry and started Spoon to develop racing parts and complete cars for Honda enthusiasts. He remains involved in the company today.
Why are Spoon Sports cars yellow and blue?
The Spoon Sports racing livery is yellow body color with blue striping on the hood and roof. The combination has been used since the company early years and has become associated with the brand globally. Spoon-prepared cars at racing events are immediately recognizable.
How does Spoon compare to Mugen?
Different identities. Mugen is the factory-affiliated Honda tuning house with closer corporate ties. Spoon Sports is a more independent racing-focused operation. Both are highly respected; Mugen has more Honda factory backing while Spoon has more grassroots racing emphasis. Both serve different segments of the Honda enthusiast community.
Are Spoon parts available outside Japan?
Yes, through specialty distributors. Spoon Sports has authorized dealers in the United States, Europe, and other markets. The company website lists current dealers globally. Some Japan-only products require direct import. Pricing varies by region and availability.
What is the most famous Spoon Sports car?
The Spoon Sports S2000 (multiple racing variants throughout the AP1 and AP2 production years) is widely considered the most famous Spoon car. The S2000 Spoon prepared for time attack and endurance racing established multiple lap records at Japanese circuits. The Spoon NSX is also highly regarded.
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