Radical Motorsport and Craft-Bamboo Racing Announces Radical Japan Partnership
Apr 1, 2025
Craft-Bamboo Racing Partners with Radical Motorsport to form Radical Japan, Bringing High-Performance Sports Cars to Japan
Osaka, Japan – Craft-Bamboo Racing is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Radical Motorsport to launch Radical Japan in the Japanese motorsport market. Radical Motorsport is the UK’s largest race car manufacturer and second globally only to Porsche, to bring the award-winning Radical SR3 XXR—the world’s best-selling purpose-built race car—and other Radical race car models to Japan. As the official distributor in Japan, Radical Japan will provide sales, technical and parts support, as well as exclusive racing experiences for motorsport enthusiasts across the country.
Radical’s arrival in Japan opens up exciting new opportunities for drivers seeking an accessible, high-performance race car designed to deliver pure driving thrills.
With over 3,000 race cars delivered worldwide and a dealer network spanning 20+ countries, Radical’s reputation for lightweight, aerodynamically advanced machines aligns perfectly with Japan’s motorsport culture. The 5th-generation SR3 XXR, engineered at Radical’s Cambridgeshire headquarters, embodies the brand’s philosophy: “Sophisticated where it has to be, simple wherever it can be.”
This partnership marks Radical’s official entry into Japan, alongside its 14 single-make Radical Cup championships worldwide. Japanese fans can now look forward to exclusive events, experiences, and competitions in the near future. More details to be announced soon.
For more information on Radical cars, availability, or upcoming opportunities, interested parties can contact Radical Japan at info@craftbamboo.com
Darryl O’Young
Director | Radical Japan & Craft-Bamboo Racing
“This is an exciting project for Craft-Bamboo Racing as part of our company expansion into Japan. Radical Motorsport develops exciting racing cars that are suitable for drivers of all levels. The SR3 XXR is perfect for novice entry level drivers, but also challenges the most experienced racing drivers. It’s a car for everyone, with a great price point compared to GT cars and laps only a few seconds slower than a GT3 car. I drove our brand new SR3 XXR demonstrator at the Magarigawa Club circuit last week in Chiba and it was phenomenal with the amount of grip available. The Radical really challenged me, especially with how stable the car was under braking and in the high speed corners, so I kept finding more lap time as I pushed harder into the corners each lap. We have a lot of exciting plans for Radical Japan, which will ensure customers have full support directly in Japan.”
Daniel Redpath
Chief Commercial Officer | Radical Motorsport
“We’re thrilled to partner with Craft-Bamboo Racing Japan to launch Radical Japan. Japan’s passion for precision engineering and grassroots racing makes it an ideal market for our cars. Whether it’s the ultra-competitive world of time attack racing or the long-standing culture of club-level motorsport, Japan is a nation that understands the thrill of high-performance driving. Radical Japan represents a tremendous opportunity to bring our purpose-built race cars to a new audience and create a unique racing ecosystem tailored to Japanese drivers. The SR3 XXR is designed to provide an authentic, engaging experience—one that’s accessible to both seasoned racers and those looking to take their first step into prototype-style racing. It’s a car that embodies the spirit of performance, precision, and affordability. By working closely with Craft-Bamboo Racing, we are ensuring that Radical owners in Japan receive the highest level of service, support, and race opportunities. We can’t wait to see Radical Japan flourish and become a key part of the country’s racing landscape.”
About Craft-Bamboo Racing
Craft-Bamboo Racing carries an 11 year racing history, having competed in top tier GT, Touring Car, Prototype, and Single Seater series on the world stage. This includes being appointed a factory supported team for several manufacturers over the years, finding success in major racing events around the world.
Craft-Bamboo Racing Japan launched in 2024 and made a strong debut in the 2024 Super Taikyu Endurance Series, securing an impressive P2 overall in the championship. This achievement highlights the seamless integration between Japanese and international team members, showcasing CBR’s ability to blend global expertise with local Japanese talent.
About Radical Motorsport
Radical Motorsport is one of the world’s most prolific race car manufacturers, with over 3,000 cars produced in the past 28 years. From its 1997 inception, Radical set out to create a customer-led niche in the world of motorsport, a race-bred thrill-a-minute experience on the racetrack.
A combination of lightweight construction, superbike-derived technology and aerodynamic downforce delivers performance faster than a supercar with a driver-focused and visceral driving experience. Now in its third decade, the Radical stable includes the entry-level SR1 XXR, the best-selling SR3 XXR alongside the turbo-charged SR10 XXR, and the iconic RXC. All models from the renowned racing car manufacturer are solely designed, engineered and built at Radical’s Cambridgeshire headquarters in England. A global dealer network spanning over 20 countries continues to grow, and there are now 14 single-make Radical Cup championships across four different continents, including the factory-supported Fine Cut Radical Cup UK and the Radical Cup North America.
For more information visit www.radicalmotorsport.com
