Chocolate Planet's Shohei Osada Shaken by GR Yaris Customization Plan! 3.5 Million Yen Estimate Revealed, Yet Osada Decides to Go Ahead with 'Real Negotiation' | 'ABEMA Free Rally Japan Special' Part 4
Shohei Osada of Chocolate Planet, the 'ABEMA Rally Japan Support Captain,' challenges himself to a simulation to customize his 'TOYOTA GR Yaris' into a competition spec rally car. Despite being shaken by the 3.5 million yen estimate, Osada decides to go ahead with the deal. The program is currently streaming on ABEMA.
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## Overview
'ABEMA,' the new future of TV, is currently streaming the 4th installment of the special program 'ABEMA Free Rally Japan Special,' featuring Shohei Osada of the comedy duo Chocolate Planet, who serves as the 'ABEMA Rally Japan Support Captain.'
## Realistic Estimate for Rally-Spec GR Yaris
In the 4th installment, Osada visits the 'GR Garage Tokyo Fukagawa,' where he originally purchased his 'TOYOTA GR Yaris,' accompanied by rally driver Yuna Kanematsu and former speed skater Nana Takagi. Guided by a sales representative, they conduct a simulation to customize the car into a competition-spec vehicle.
## Customization and Costs
The theme was 'weight reduction.' Proposed modifications included:
- Carbon fiber interior door panels
- Changing wheels to OZ rally competition tires
- Muffler replacement
- Replacing the seat with one tailored to his physique
- Extreme weight reduction like emptying the window washer fluid
- Using a compact battery
- Removing the air conditioner
These modifications, resulting in approximately 35kg of weight loss, were estimated at 2 million yen. Additionally, necessary safety equipment was proposed:
- Installing a roll bar
- Undercover
- Tow hooks
- Seatbelts
- Essential items like fire extinguishers
These safety upgrades added 1.7 million yen, bringing the total estimate to '3.5 million yen.'
## Osada's Decision and the Rally Japan Tournament
While the surroundings were stunned, Osada immediately declared, 'I'll buy it!' leaving the others in surprise. He then enthusiastically headed into the negotiations.
The 'FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) Forum8 Rally Japan 2026,' held in Aichi and Gifu starting Thursday, May 28, will have its special stages streamed for free on ABEMA. During the period from Monday, May 25, to Sunday, May 31, numerous special programs are also scheduled for distribution.
'ABEMA,' the new future of TV, is currently streaming the 4th installment of the special program 'ABEMA Free Rally Japan Special,' featuring Shohei Osada of the comedy duo Chocolate Planet, who serves as the 'ABEMA Rally Japan Support Captain.'
## Realistic Estimate for Rally-Spec GR Yaris
In the 4th installment, Osada visits the 'GR Garage Tokyo Fukagawa,' where he originally purchased his 'TOYOTA GR Yaris,' accompanied by rally driver Yuna Kanematsu and former speed skater Nana Takagi. Guided by a sales representative, they conduct a simulation to customize the car into a competition-spec vehicle.
## Customization and Costs
The theme was 'weight reduction.' Proposed modifications included:
- Carbon fiber interior door panels
- Changing wheels to OZ rally competition tires
- Muffler replacement
- Replacing the seat with one tailored to his physique
- Extreme weight reduction like emptying the window washer fluid
- Using a compact battery
- Removing the air conditioner
These modifications, resulting in approximately 35kg of weight loss, were estimated at 2 million yen. Additionally, necessary safety equipment was proposed:
- Installing a roll bar
- Undercover
- Tow hooks
- Seatbelts
- Essential items like fire extinguishers
These safety upgrades added 1.7 million yen, bringing the total estimate to '3.5 million yen.'
## Osada's Decision and the Rally Japan Tournament
While the surroundings were stunned, Osada immediately declared, 'I'll buy it!' leaving the others in surprise. He then enthusiastically headed into the negotiations.
The 'FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) Forum8 Rally Japan 2026,' held in Aichi and Gifu starting Thursday, May 28, will have its special stages streamed for free on ABEMA. During the period from Monday, May 25, to Sunday, May 31, numerous special programs are also scheduled for distribution.
FAQ
How much did Osada's GR Yaris customization cost?
In the program's simulation estimate, the total cost was 3.5 million yen.
Where is Rally Japan 2026 being held?
It is held in the Aichi and Gifu areas.
Can I watch the rally for free on ABEMA?
Yes, free live streaming of special stages will be provided on the Rally Japan Channel.