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Hardcover Arrives!
The first hardcover versions of Red Mist have arrived! My very first hardcover novel! Available at Amazon and other booksellers now!...
Sam Mitani
Sep 2, 20231 min read


Red Mist is off and running!
After the August 18 launch date, sales of Red Mist have been solid! Thanks to all for your support and sending in photos of you and your...
Sam Mitani
Aug 31, 20231 min read


Second novel, Red Mist, coming in August!
My second novel will be coming in mid August. Titled Red Mist, it will feature cameos from character from my debut novel, The Prototype....
Sam Mitani
Jun 21, 20231 min read


GT-R Heaven
The great folks at Top Rank USA helped me out when they allowed me to use their facility for a video interview. There were R32s, R33s and...
Sam Mitani
Mar 1, 20231 min read


The Nice Côte d'Azur Airport
Recently, I was in the Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, and I couldn't help but find the helicopter loading area inside the main...
Sam Mitani
Feb 23, 20231 min read


Funky Jiro-style ramen
The ramen at Tsujita Annex in Sawtelle is special...in fact, it's more like udon, but is it ever tasty. Broth is fantastic, too. I was...
Sam Mitani
Feb 22, 20231 min read


The Fairmont (Loews) Hairpin
Strolling around Monte Carlo, I walked around the famed Fairmont Hairpin, one of the most famous section of the Monaco Grand Prix F1...
Sam Mitani
Feb 20, 20231 min read


The Porsche Taycan
I had the opportunity to drive the Porsche Taycan recently through the streets of Monaco. All I need to say is that I would take this EV...
Sam Mitani
Feb 17, 20231 min read


Legendary trainer Freddie Roach
On my flight from Paris, France, to Los Angeles, I had the pleasure of meeting and speaking to legendary boxing trainer, Freddie Roach....
Sam Mitani
Feb 15, 20231 min read


New Novel in the Final Stages!
My second novel is in the final stages. It blends action, cars, and a bit of Asian supernaturalism. Be on the look out around mid-year...
Sam Mitani
Feb 15, 20231 min read


The Nissan GT-R
Dabbling in digital art and created this. Seeing what all this NFT buzz is about. You can find this at https://opensea.io/assets/0x495f94...
Sam Mitani
Jan 28, 20221 min read


Judo Colleagues
Met up with Brian Marks and Al Panakia for lunch. Both are great judokas, and we are the only three Americans who medaled in a form...
Sam Mitani
Dec 15, 20211 min read


With two legends, Shiro Nakamura and Alois Ruf.
Met up with very two friends at Pebble Beach recently. This is the first time I’ve met them together, with one being based in Japan and...
Sam Mitani
Aug 30, 20211 min read


Checking out the new Z!
Attended a private venue to check out Nissan’s new sports car, and yes, I approve! #nissan #nissanz
Sam Mitani
Aug 26, 20211 min read


Copper River Salmon
Just enjoyed a plate of this salmon that’s available only once a year. Because the Copper River is long, cold, and powerful, the salmon...
Sam Mitani
Jun 5, 20211 min read


Great Beethoven Cycle
Just revisited @KarajanMusic @DGclassics Beethoven cycle from 1963. It is indeed one of the great recordings.
Sam Mitani
May 15, 20211 min read


Podcast reveals details on WRX
In our recent Podscast, I uncover details of the next-generation Subaru WRX. check it out here: https://youtu.be/k4u_k56TJpE
Sam Mitani
Apr 14, 20211 min read


I have an IMDb page?
Hey, I have an IMDb page. Kinda cool that I was associated with some videos and it made it on here.
Sam Mitani
Apr 10, 20211 min read


Promoted to 6th degree black belt
After many years in judo, I recently was promoted to 6th degree black belt. Those from 6th to 8th degree wear this red and white belt.
Sam Mitani
Apr 7, 20211 min read


New Publisher!
I just signed a two-book deal with Force Poseidon. The first novel from the new collaboration, Red Mist, is scheduled for release in...
Sam Mitani
Mar 25, 20211 min read
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