Tools, Safety & Jacking Basics

The foundation of DIY car care — the first tools to buy, a safe work setup, and how to jack up a car and use jack stands correctly.

Choosing the Right Jack Saves Lives: Follow These Lifting Steps

A practical guide to correctly using a vehicle jack‑up, covering step‑by‑step procedures, essential safety checks, and common pitfalls to avoid, ensuring safe maintenance and preventing accidents.

August 1, 2026

Takatori Kindergarten Turns Families into Disaster Heroes at Free Sept. 5 Event

Discover how parents and children can join Takatori Kindergarten’s Disaster Hero Tryout, a hands‑on training event that turns families into emergency responders. Learn the dates, location, registration steps, eligibility, and the fun, educational activities that make disaster preparedness a family adventure.

July 31, 2026

Takatori Kindergarten Turns Playground into Disaster‑Prep Classroom for Family‑Led Day

On September 5, Takatori Kindergarten in Fukuoka City hosted a hands‑on disaster‑preparedness event for parents and children, featuring activities such as newspaper‑paper craft, jigsaw puzzle training, and evacuation drills.

July 24, 2026

Kansai Airport's 9,500 m Underground Wall: Raising the Runway Against Rising Seas

In July 2026, Kansai International Airport began building a 9,500 m underground wall to raise its runway and protect the island from sea-level rise and groundwater intrusion.

July 15, 2026

Coast Guard "Kakuhatsu!" Seminar in Noto: How to Join and What to Expect

A guide to the Coast Guard Volunteer Center's "Kakuhatsu!" seminar in Noto on 26 August — overview, registration steps, and the day's flow for building disaster-response skills.

July 11, 2026

Used R32 GT-R Underbody Checklist: What to Inspect Before Paying 3.8 Million Yen

Thinking of buying a used Nissan R32 GT-R for 3.8 million yen? Learn the 6-point underbody inspection checklist, real damage signs spotted in owner footage, five key questions for the seller, and post-purchase care -- all illustrated with diagrams.

July 2, 2026

How to Jack Up a Car Safely: Jacks, Stands, and Lift Points

Never trust a jack alone. Learn how to find the right lift points, raise a car safely, and support it on jack stands before any work — the most important safety skill in DIY.

June 23, 2026

Essential Car Tools for Beginners: Building Your First Kit

The core tools a beginner actually needs — sockets, wrenches, a torque wrench, jack and stands, gloves — what each is for, and how to build a kit without overspending.

June 23, 2026