Description
The First Hardcover Book to Chronicle the Golden Age of Japanese Bicycle Design
Japanese bicycles have long reigned at the forefront of competitive and recreational cycling, from top-class racing bikes to collectible custom fixed-gear frames. This book presents the most prolific and famous periods of Japanese bicycle design from the 1950s through the 1980s, accompanied by fascinating illustrations.
From the silhouettes of major manufacturers such as Fuji, Panasonic, and Bridgestone, to the artisanal frames of Sansen Katsu and Nagasawa, Japanese bicycle design dominated the world of the wheel and produced machines that are still much respected today. With photographs of fully restored bikes commissioned from experts and supplemented with crafts and ephemera, from technical manuals to photos of the legendary Keirin circuit, this book should be a must-have for anyone interested in cycling and Japanese design.
The book's author, William Bevington, holds the title of information and product development designer, but is also an avid collector of Japanese bicycles and cycling ephemera, and a complete guru (geek) on the iconic Japanese brand Fuji.
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- Messenger delivery is available within Nagoya City only (excluding complete bikes and framesets).
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- Shipping destinations: throughout Japan and worldwide.
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Complete Bike Shipping within Japan
- A shipping fee of ¥9,900 (tax included) applies to complete bikes. Additional charges may apply for Okinawa and remote islands.
- After purchase, we perform a final inspection before shipping. Please allow 1–2 weeks in some cases.
- For packing, some parts may be removed. We strongly recommend having the bike reassembled and checked by your local bicycle shop before riding.
- We will contact you by email with delivery details.
- Products are also sold in-store, so availability may change before the order is finalized.
Frameset Shipping within Japan
- Flat-rate shipping within Japan: ¥5,500 (tax included). Additional charges may apply for Okinawa and remote islands.
- Shipping rates for OMNIUM framesets and complete bikes differ.
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- Facing and tapping preparation for framesets purchased from Circles is available at no additional charge. Details will be provided after purchase.
- Headset and bottom bracket installation are also available for an additional labor fee. Please contact us if required.
Custom & Stock Wheel Shipping within Japan
- A shipping fee of ¥2,000 (tax included) applies. Additional charges may apply for Okinawa and remote islands.
- Stock wheels undergo a final inspection by a mechanic before shipping. Please allow approximately 3 business days for dispatch.
For international orders, shipping costs vary by destination. Please check the amount shown at checkout.