Established as Nissan Motorsport International Co. Limited, NISMO began its journey in Omori, Tokyo, where it quickly became the heart of Nissan’s motorsport ambitions. Its philosophy of "Track to Road" has guided its every move, taking insights gained from the world’s toughest racing environments and translating them into performance enhancements for Nissan’s road cars. This seamless connection between track performance and consumer driving thrills has made NISMO a global symbol of high-performance engineering.

To mark this significant milestone, Nissan is offering fans and enthusiasts a unique opportunity to witness the legacy of NISMO up close at the Nissan Global Headquarters Gallery in Yokohama, Japan. Running through October 15, 2024, the exhibition showcases a remarkable collection of iconic NISMO cars, ranging from rare road models to historic racing legends.

Among the standouts on display are the ultra-rare NISMO 270R and the legendary NISMO 400R, two of the most sought-after vehicles for NISMO aficionados. Racing enthusiasts will also be thrilled to see track legends like the Nissan R390 GT1, which achieved a podium finish at the 1998 24 Hours of Le Mans, and the R91CP, a winner at the 24 Hours of Daytona. The Japan Touring Car Championship’s (JTCC) iconic Calsonic Skyline GT-R Group A, another symbol of Nissan’s dominance on the circuit, is also part of this historic collection.

Complementing these legendary machines are models from NISMO’s current Japan domestic line-up, including the Ariya NISMO, AURA NISMO, and the all-new FAIRLADY Z NISMO. These vehicles showcase the brand’s continued commitment to cutting-edge performance and futuristic design, demonstrating how NISMO continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in automotive engineering.

Takao Katagiri, head of Nissan’s global motorsports business and president of Nissan Motorsports & Customizing Co. (NMC), expressed heartfelt gratitude to NISMO’s loyal fans. “We would like to thank everyone who has supported NISMO since 1984, and we look forward to delivering speed, confidence, and exhilaration for decades to come,” he said. Katagiri emphasized that NISMO’s “Track to Road” ethos will continue to be a guiding principle for Nissan, particularly as they look to the future through their involvement in Super GT and Formula E racing.

Katagiri also spoke to NISMO’s global ambitions, saying, “Our long-term goal is to progressively expand our business globally, delivering more exciting NISMO models to customers around the world.” As Nissan ramps up its motorsport and road car development, NISMO aims to continue its evolution as a worldwide brand, delivering the ultimate driving experience to enthusiasts around the globe.

For fans, the celebration will reach its peak at the 2024 NISMO Festival, scheduled for December 1 at the Fuji International Speedway in Shizuoka Prefecture. This year’s festival, dedicated to NISMO’s 40th anniversary, will pay homage to the brand’s storied past, its countless racing triumphs, and the evolution of its high-performance road cars. The NISMO Festival is a must-attend event for any true fan of Nissan’s performance division, offering a unique mix of nostalgia, innovation, and thrilling motorsport action.

As NISMO celebrates four decades of passion, performance, and innovation, it remains a shining example of Nissan’s commitment to excellence on both the track and the road. With a heritage rooted in motorsports and a future focused on expanding its global reach, NISMO is set to continue delivering high-performance experiences that thrill drivers and fans alike for many years to come.