In a strategic move under its global recovery plan, Re:Nissan, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced that it will cease vehicle production at its historic Oppama Plant by the end of fiscal year 2027. All production operations currently based at Oppama in Kanagawa Prefecture will be transferred to Nissan Motor Kyushu Co., Ltd. in Fukuoka Prefecture.
The consolidation is part of Nissan’s broader objective to reduce its global production capacity (excluding China) from 3.5 million to 2.5 million units, while achieving approximately 100% plant utilisation. This also includes reducing the number of global production sites from 17 to 10.
While vehicle production at Oppama will wind down, other key operations in the district—including the Nissan Research Center, GRANDRIVE proving ground, crash test facility, and Oppama Wharf—will remain unaffected and continue as before. Nissan also reaffirmed its commitment to the local community and promised continued support for the Oppama region.
“This was a tough but necessary decision,” said Ivan Espinosa, Nissan’s Chief Operating Officer. “The Oppama Plant has played a defining role in Nissan’s history, and its legacy will continue. We thank our employees, partners, and the community for their support. Our goal is to build a more sustainable and competitive future for Nissan.”
The company confirmed that all employees currently working at the Oppama Plant will remain employed until FY2027. It has committed to transparent communication and discussions with the employee union regarding post-2027 employment and relocation plans.
Nissan cited production efficiency, investment potential, and cost reduction as key reasons for choosing Kyushu as the new production base. The move is expected to streamline domestic operations and enhance product profitability. The associated costs of the transfer are currently being assessed and will be disclosed in the company's first-quarter financial results.
Additionally, Nissan announced that production of the NV200 van—currently handled by Nissan Shatai’s Shonan Plant—will end in FY2026. A successor model is planned for FY2027. The company had previously confirmed that production of the AD model will cease by October 2025.
With the announcement, Nissan has finalised all vehicle production consolidation measures in Japan under its Re:Nissan strategy, as it seeks to optimise operations and position itself for long-term growth and global competitiveness.
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