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Sad news today as Osaka street legend Atsushi Kuroi passed away today, falling victim of a motorcycle accident.
The news hit home with me a little as his dedication to driving on the street despite competing at top level has been something I have admired for years.
Not to mention his build and driving style was one that has been emulated though never properly equaled by many people.

I have stories of friends visiting his shop randomly, meeting him at various spots in the greater Osaka region and telling of him giving passenger runs without question, going far out of his way and driving people to and from the touge with little or no introduction.

Pour one out for the man.

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