Car Wash Day

What Is Car Wash Day?

November 28th is "Car Wash Day" (Sensha no Hi) in Japan. Based on a wordplay reading 11/28 as "ii tsuya" (good shine), it was established by the Auto Parts & Accessories Retailers Association (APARA). The association also designates April 28th as Car Wash Day, reading 4/28 as "yoi tsuya" (nice shine), giving drivers two reminders a year to clean their cars.

A "Good Shine" to Deepen Your Bond with Your Car

Car Wash Day aims to deepen drivers' attachment to their cars through washing and to encourage them to take good care of their vehicles. A distinctive feature is that it falls twice a year, in spring and autumn.

• Origin of the date: Reading 11/28 as "ii (11) tsuya (28)"
• Established by: The Auto Parts & Accessories Retailers Association (APARA)
• Another Car Wash Day: April 28th, read as "yoi (41) tsuya (28)"
• Purpose: To deepen attachment to cars through washing and encourage taking care of them

An Autumn Wash Is Perfect Before Year-End

Late November is a good time to care for your car before year-end trips home and holiday drives. Checking not just the body but also the inside of the windows, dust in the cabin, and items in the trunk helps you start the new year feeling fresh. APARA was founded in 1998 and provides information on selling and installing auto parts and accessories.

Tips for Marking This Day

• Wash your car on a day off and bring back its shine
• Clean the inside of the windows and dust in the cabin
• Sort out the trunk and remove things you don't need
• Check wipers and tires to prepare for winter

Welcome the Year-End in a Sparkling Car

Washing your car not only cleans it but also gives you a chance to check its condition. November 28th is a day to spend time with your car and aim for a "good shine."