Akita Neru's Itasha "Akita Neru Z4" Part 2: The next version I want to introduce is the 2017 edition, which can be called an evolution of the first-generation Neru Z4. This car was unveiled at the "Chou Itasha Tengoku" event held during Nico Nico Chou Kaigi on April 29, 2017.
I have fond memories of creating the 2017 version because I was exploring new ways to express Neru and challenged myself with a style I had never drawn before.
At that time, I updated my blog for the first time in five years to write about the event. Photos are also available there.
https://t.co/cPn5b5oXFq
As mentioned in the blog, I was present at the event. The car's owner forgot the spec sheet, so I quickly drew a simple illustration to fill in. The car's license plate was "111," specifically chosen to commemorate Neru's birthday on November 1, showing the owner's dedication. The original Neru Z4 stickers, which had been removed, were placed next to the car, emphasizing this as a comeback for the original Neru Z4. This itasha was also featured in the magazine "Itasha Tengoku Chou (SUPER) Vol.3," along with another Neru itasha.
I have always provided my itasha illustrations free of charge. Various circumstances influenced this decision at the time, but I felt that taking the opportunity to let more people know about Akita Neru was more important than turning down the offer. Therefore, I decided to offer my illustrations for free to the car's owner who first approached me about this project.
Now, as I introduce Neru Z4 to everyone, I am confident that this decision was the right one.
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