Iconic Car Show Brand Relaunches in Houston with Anime-Fueled Showcase at Tokyo X 2025
Houston, TX — May 12, 2025 — The internationally acclaimed car show series Hot Import Nights (HIN) is making a powerful return to Texas through an exclusive collaboration with Tokyo X Festival, Houston’s premier celebration of Japanese culture, anime, and street style. The two-day festival takes place June 14–15, 2025, at NRG Center, bringing together custom car culture and Japanese pop culture under one massive roof.
“Hot Import Nights’ long-awaited return to Houston makes this event incredibly special — and teaming up with Tokyo X takes it to an entirely new level. Together, we’re merging the best of car culture and Japanese pop culture into one unforgettable experience. From customized imports to anime, food, music, art, and cosplay — this is the kind of energy our fans have been waiting for.” — Michael Munar, Executive Producer, Hot Import Nights
As part of HIN’s official re-entry into the Texas market, the Tokyo X Car Showcase will feature a dynamic lineup of customized vehicles, blending the visual storytelling of anime with the performance style of Japan’s legendary car scene.
- A curated selection of Itasha cars and returning show winners, handpicked by Tokyo X staff
- Over two dozen high-performance JDM builds, chosen by Hot Import Nights for their craftsmanship and design
- Immersive fan experiences designed to bring car culture, anime, and community under one roof
Car enthusiasts can register at www.tokyonightfest.com/carshow. Registration includes a two-day pass for two guests. Final vehicle selections will be managed by HIN and Tokyo X teams.
Show Awards — Sunday, June 15 | 2:00–2:30 PM
Trophies and prizes will be awarded on stage for the following categories:
- People’s Choice
- Best JDM
- Best Itasha
- Best Team
- Best Display
- Best of Show – $1,000 cash prize + Large Trophy + Name Engraved on the Car Show Cup
“Hot Import Nights has always been a pioneer in showcasing car culture, and Tokyo X is honored to help reintroduce the brand to Texas in a way that merges our shared passions. This collaboration represents a powerful blend ofcreativity and community — from anime to imports, it’s all part of one vibrant lifestyle,” said Naoki Yoshida, Founder of Tokyo X Festival.
Event Hours:
- Saturday, June 14 – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Sunday, June 15 – 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
For media inquiries, interviews, or press access to the car showcase, please contact: Christina Truong | christina@hypergrowthiq.com | 832.692.2099
About Hot Import Nights (HIN):
Hot Import Nights is the world’s largest and most unique automotive lifestyle event and a global leader in modified car culture. Known for its high-energy showcases, influencer appearances, and immersive experiences, HIN attracts thousands annually. For more information, visit hotimportnights.com.
About Tokyo X Festival:
Tokyo X is Houston’s largest indoor Japanese cultural celebration, taking place June 14–15, 2025, at NRG Center. The festival features over 400 booths, anime voice actors, cosplay contests, workshops, food vendors, live performances, and more. Learn more at tokyonightfest.com.
