Inspire

Mazda Stories explores the ancient art of origami and how it’s believed to have miraculous powers… 

Discover how the ancient Japanese art of calligraphy informs Mazda’s designs.

Rhea Cortado takes a Mazda CX-5 to discover what the Californian surf community has in common with Mazda.

Watch a film and read about one of the most successful animal rewilding organizations in Canada.

Mazda CX owners tell us what makes their vehicles so special.

Discover the Japanese meditative practice of Shinrin-yoku, also known as forest bathing.

Award-winning Canadian designer-maker Kate Duncan talks about her craft and her passion for Japanese tools.

Discover Mazda’s pioneering concept of Kansei engineering, which shaped the development of the original MX-5.

Discover the ancient Japanese craft of manufacturing washi paper, the material that inspired the interior of the Mazda MX-30.

Texture, colour and space: Japanese flower arranging and Mazda interior design have more in common than you might imagine.

Do you know the origin of the name Mazda? Ever heard the phrase “jinba ittai” and wondered what it means or how to pronounce it? Read Mazda Stories definitive guide to Mazda’s Japanese terminology.

Mazda Stories meets the talented team tasked with updating the bestselling Mazda CX-5 SUV.

Why Hiroshima, Mazda’s home town, is a master crafter’s heaven.

Mazda embraces the Japanese environmental philosophy of Mottainai… will you too?

Mazda Stories interviews renowned Japanese artist Rei Naito about her acclaimed career, and discusses her 2010 installation piece Matrix, located on the island of Teshima.

An interview with Tomiko Takeuchi, Mazda’s first female test driver and the program manager of the first all-electric Mazda MX-30.

Mazda Stories celebrates its centenary year exploring a century of innovation.

There are few car manufacturers that inspire such devotion and passion as Mazda. Mazda Stories meets owners, collectors, employees and fans from around the world to find out what makes Mazda so special.