They might be ngk China brand. The quality looks comparable. But I’m not taking that chance. The metal on the plug looks slightly different color as well.
Here’s the email from NGK advanced technical support:
Hello,
Thank you for your inquiry. They were NOT manufactured in Japan. We cannot authenticate “Made in China” plugs. Even if they are manufactured in NGK China plant, they should not be sold in the US market. They are intended for China market only.
Lela Martin
Technical Support - Aftermarket Division
NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.), Inc.
24 ноя 2021