Kansei

Modern engineering meets retro JDM design

Est. 2018•USA

History & Overview

Founded in April 2018 in Garden Grove, California, by Chris Sempek, a mechanical engineering graduate who built a following by sharing wheel renderings on Instagram. His grassroots approach of engaging with the automotive community and attending drift events led to an official SEMA booth debut in 2018 where the brand formally launched.

The name 'Kansei' (感性) is a Japanese concept referring to emotional connection and sensory experience, describing how products engage consumers on both emotional and practical levels. The brand's mission centers on building performance wheels that complement classic car heritage while utilizing modern engineering and materials.

Kansei developed their proprietary Formlite manufacturing process, combining flow forming benefits with accessible pricing. The company has since grown and partnered with companies like Torque Motorsport for the Torque Drift 2 video game. They maintain heavy involvement in the grassroots drift community.

Popular Wheels

KNP

Formlite Flow Formed

Flagship model inspired by the legendary Desmond Regamaster. Classic 5-spoke design recreated in modern 15"-19" sizing with Formlite engineering. Available with machined lip option. $200-350/wheel.

Tandem

Formlite Flow Formed

Inspired by R32/R33 Skyline 'Godzilla' OEM wheels from the 1990s. Bold soft-spoke design with deep concave profiles. 15"-18" in Gunmetal, Hyper Silver, and Textured Bronze. $189-315/wheel.

Roku

Formlite Flow Formed

Six-spoke stepped lip design with classic soft-edged aesthetics inspired by 90s Japanese wheels. Deep set lip with excellent brake clearances. 17"-18" in Black, Grey/Machined Lip, Chrome.

Astro

Formlite Flow Formed

Ultra concave series inspired by Blitz 03. Big split 5-spoke design with massively soft edges and sweeping curves. 18"-19" in Hyper Silver, White, and Gunmetal.

Neo

Formlite Flow Formed

Dedicated track/drift wheel with bold flared split 6-spoke design and massive concave. Features pocketed mounting pads, reinforced inner lips, and massive caliper clearances. $310-415/wheel.

Seven

Formlite Flow Formed

7-year anniversary edition. Well-balanced split 7-spoke design blending Japanese heritage with modern engineering. 18"-19" in Gunmetal, Hyper Silver, and Chrome. $232-519/wheel.

New to wheel construction types? Learn the differences between forged, flow formed, and cast wheels.

Price Range

$750 - $2,100+PER SET

Brand Highlights

  • Proprietary Formlite flow forming process for cast-with-forged-characteristics
  • A356-T6 aluminum alloy construction
  • 15" options critical for 1990s JDM classics (240SX, Miata, older Civics)
  • TPMS and gel cap compatible
  • Founded by enthusiast from Instagram renderings with ongoing drift community involvement
  • Limited lifetime structural warranty + 1-year finish warranty

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