This issue kicks off with a feature on the MOON Equipped Shop — a cornerstone of the MOONEYES world — giving a vivid portrait of custom-shop culture in Tokyo through the lens of longtime collaborator Shige Suganuma. Alongside that, the magazine spotlights standout builds like a 1966 Harley‑Davidson Shovelhead and a 1959 Chevrolet El Camino under the headings “MQQN SHINE” and “ELCO IN THE DARK,” giving readers a fresh dose of vintage hot-rod and bike aesthetics.
There’s also coverage of the Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show 2018 — part guide, part hype, with info and visuals related to the event that pulses at the heart of the MOONEYES community. On top of that, the issue includes lifestyle-side content: a feature on a “Mexican Food Nationals” event co-hosted by another publication, plus a regular column where long-time pinstriper/artist Wildman Ishii shares stories from his career, giving a human and creative dimension to the custom-car and bike scene.
As always, MIM 18 doubles as a full-colour, bilingual (Japanese + English) catalogue. It collates the full 2018 MOONEYES lineup — clothing, novelties, decals, auto and motorcycle parts, accessories, and more — offering a complete snapshot of what the brand was offering that year. For fans of custom vehicles, SoCal-inspired lifestyle, and vintage-cool gear, this issue works as both a cultural magazine and a product catalogue in one.
