Which Honda models are made in Japan?

In short, Honda still builds a portion of its vehicles in Japan, primarily small cars and kei-class models for the domestic market. The majority of Honda’s global lineup is produced outside Japan, but several models and trim lines continue to be assembled in Japanese plants for Japanese customers and for limited export cases.

Overview of Honda’s Japan-focused production

Honda operates multiple manufacturing facilities in Japan that specialize in the domestic market lineup. The models produced in these plants tend to be the kei cars and compact hatchbacks that are most popular in Japan, as well as certain domestic-market variants of broader model families. Production locations can shift over time due to model updates, plant retooling, and corporate manufacturing strategy, so the exact list can change from year to year.

Kei cars and other small cars typically made in Japan

Before listing, note that Japan’s kei-car segment has traditionally been produced domestically to meet national tax and space regulations, as well as consumer demand for compact city cars. The following models are commonly associated with Japan-made production in recent years, though exact plant allocations may vary by model year and trim level.

• N-Box family (N-Box, N-Box Plus, N-Box Slash) – Honda’s flagship kei-car line, widely produced for the Japanese market in domestic plants.


• N-WGN – A sister kei-class model in Honda’s N-series, typically produced in Japan for local buyers.


• N-One – Another kei car in the N-series family, often assembled in Japan for domestic distribution.


• Jazz / Fit (Japanese-market variants) – Honda’s popular subcompact, with Japanese-market versions commonly assembled in Japan.

These kei cars and related small-vehicle offerings are the most consistently associated with Japanese-made production within Honda’s current lineup. While some variants may be assembled elsewhere for regional exports, the domestic kei-car family remains a core part of Japan-based manufacturing.

What this means for consumers and the market

For buyers in Japan, the models above typically reflect Honda’s strategy to maintain local assembly capacity for high-demand, space-efficient vehicles that suit urban life. For international buyers, Honda’s global production network means many of these same models or related variants are manufactured outside Japan—for example in North America, Europe, or Asia—depending on regional demand and supply chains.

Honda’s quarterly and annual disclosures, along with official plant- and model-specific pages, provide the most up-to-date confirmation of which models are currently produced in Japan. Availability can shift with new model introductions, facelifts, or changes to regional production plans.

Bottom line: Japan-made models in context

In the current landscape, the best-known Honda models consistently produced in Japan tend to be the kei-car N-series lineup (N-Box family, N-WGN, N-One) and select Japan-market variants of the Jazz/Fit. For each model, exact production location can vary by year and trim, so it’s advisable to check Honda’s official Japanese materials or local dealer information for the latest details.

As the automotive industry evolves, Honda may adjust where each model is built. Prospective buyers seeking confirmation should refer to Honda’s official Japanese site or contact a local Honda dealer for the most recent production data.

Summary

Honda continues to manufacture a subset of its lineup in Japan, with kei cars and certain domestic-market variations leading the list. The N-Box family, N-WGN, N-One, and Jazz (Fit) are among the models traditionally associated with Japan-made production, though production locations can change over time. For the latest, model-by-model confirmation, consult Honda’s official Japanese materials or a local dealer.

How do you know if a Honda is made in Japan?

The very first letter or number of the VIN tells you in what region of the world your vehicle was made.

Which car models are still made in Japan?

Many car models from major Japanese automakers like Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mazda, and Subaru are still manufactured in Japan. Specific examples include the Toyota Prius, Land Cruiser, and GR86; Honda Civic Type-R; Nissan GT-R; Mazda MX-5; and Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, and BRZ. Other manufacturers with production in Japan include Mitsubishi, Suzuki, and Isuzu, as well as smaller companies like Mitsuoka and Aspark. 
Toyota

• Models made in Japan: Prius, Mirai, Land Cruiser, 4Runner, GR86, GR Corolla, and some Corolla and Crown models. 

Honda

• Models made in Japan: Civic Type-R. 
• Other: Honda also manufactures other vehicles in Japan, such as its luxury Acura brand. 

Nissan

• Models made in Japan: GT-R. 
• Other: Nissan also produces other vehicles in Japan, including luxury models under the Infiniti brand. 

Mazda

• Models made in Japan: MX-5 (Miata) and many others, though some Mazda 3s are made elsewhere. 

Subaru

• Models made in Japan: BRZ, Crosstrek, Forester, Solterra, and some Impreza and WRX models. 

Mitsubishi

• Models made in Japan: The Lancer Evolution is a famous example of a car formerly made in Japan, but the company continues to manufacture many models in Japan today. 

Other manufacturers

• Mitsuoka: This company makes unique vehicles like the Mitsuoka Buddy and Mitsuoka Orochi. 
• Isuzu: Primarily known for trucks and commercial vehicles. 
• Suzuki: Produces a wide range of vehicles in Japan, including many of its kei cars and other small models. 

Are all Honda engines made in Japan?

Our production capacity is well over 7 million units. Engines for the U.S. market are primarily sourced from the U.S., Japan, and Thailand.

Which Hondas are assembled in Japan?

Japan

• Sayama began operations in 1964 building the Honda L700, and currently builds the Honda Stepwgn, Honda Odyssey (international), Honda Jade, Honda Legend, Honda Accord, Honda Freed, Honda CR-V, and the Honda Fit.
• Ogawa is an engine plant that provides for the Yorii Automobile plant.