Press Release

Honda Announces World Conference in Ohio

11/27/96

Honda Associates From Around the World in Ohio for World Convention

MARYSVILLE, Ohio, Nov. 25 -- Honda associates from 16
countries are in central Ohio today for the kick-off of the 1996 NH
Circle World Convention, an event that promotes global teamwork and
sharing of ideas.

This is the first time that the World Convention, held periodically
since 1984, is being held outside Japan.  Hosted by Honda of America
Mfg. (HAM), the event is being held at various locations around Ohio,
including Columbus, Marysville, East Liberty, Anna and Troy.

"This convention proves how well Honda's operations in the Americas
have succeeded to create an increasingly self-reliant manufacturer of
automobiles, motorcycles, power products and all-terrain vehicles,"
said HAM President Takeo Fukui. "It also underscores Honda's growth as
a global enterprise."

NH Circles -- often referred to as quality circles -- are small groups
of associates who identify and implement improvements in safety,
quality, efficiency and the work environment. Honda helped pioneer
quality circles in the United States by starting NH Circles at its
U.S. facilities in 1985. Since then, quality circles have become
commonplace across the nation.

NH Circles continue to be vital to Honda's future.  Approximately
100,000 associates from Honda and its suppliers are involved in 12,000
NH Circles worldwide.  About 2,000 of HAM's associates participate in
400 NH Circles.

NH Circles have been a key to Honda's success at building superior
quality products, said Rick Schostek, HAM Senior Manager in charge of
the convention.

"We believe our associates are the experts in their work areas," added
Schostek. "No one knows better than our associates how to get the job
done in the most efficient manner, and how to make improvements in our
operations."

Participants in the World Convention represent companies in each of
Honda's four operating regions: Japan, Asia/Oceania,
Europe/Africa/Middle East, and the Americas. In addition, most members
of Honda's Board of Directors are participating. The two-day event
will include team-building activities, presentations on NH Circle
projects, and speeches by Honda Motor Co.  President Nobuhiko
Kawamoto, Columbus Mayor Gregory Lashutka and Ohio Governor George
Voinovich.

Honda of America Mfg. employs more than 12,500 associates at its four
plants in central Ohio with a capital investment of $3.15
billion. Products manufactured include the Acura CL series; the Accord
Sedan, Coupe and Wagon; the Civic Sedan and Coupe; the Gold Wing,
Valkyrie and other large capacity motorcycles and ATVs; and engines
and drivetrain components for both automobiles and motorcycles.