I Raced Through Tokyo in a Drift Car

[@austinosborne6276]

I didn't expect Aki to be a car enthusiast you learn something new everyday.

[@cn005ckr]

That's true

[@sajisama24]

She is american XD

[@austinosborne6276]

@ how dose Aki being from America make her a car enthusiast?

[@sajisama24]

@austinosborne6276 America is entirely controlled by cars. Cars define American life. Cities are built around cars. Laws are made around cars. Politics is controlled by cars, which is a proxy of big oil. American health is defined by cars. American social life is defined by cars.

[@cn005ckr]

@@sajisama24 not everyone is same

[@JoCaTen]

A car guy's dream destination. Domestic tuners, Italian exotics, American muscle, European exotics, modern and classic, it's all there. And it's so beautiful. You have no idea how many would kill to have such an experience.

[@Joeymcbobbersen]

That was my life in high school, best time of my life.

[@cn005ckr]

So true

[@Deucalion289]

Nothing beats dark synth while driving at night. 10/10

[@NagaTen]

lol, yes, the Gran Turismo tracks are based off of the actual Tokyo highway. And one of the big straights on the Tokyo highway is... the Wangan (or part of the Wangan-sen route, passing by Yokohama), which is where Wangan Midnight gets its name from, which in turn was inspired by actual highway racing in the 80's, mainly by the infamous Mid Night Club (which still exists to this day, and is invite-only membership).

[@smuve740]

..also Shutoko Battle/Tokyo Xtreme Racer game series.

[@kimberleyjo]

9:25 Tokyo drifting through the night + After Dark by Mr. Kitty is the perfect combo vibe. Also the editing was 🔥. Well done Aki!

[@dumbartist864]

After dark is the best when driving in the car at night, it's a vibe

[@gman0136]

very nice!!

[@spearki]

nah moog is better

[@dumbartist864]

@@spearki might give a listen sometime, also vaporwave music goes well too!

[@Victfil]

Some info: - Wangan refers to the stretch of highway that goes around the Tokyo bay down south to Yokohama. The word wangan means bay shore. The Gran Tursimo track kinda recreates the vibe of this highway network, but not a 1:1 replica. You can find actual 1:1 replicas in other games like Tokyo Xtreme Racer or Assetto Corsa. - The manga Wangan Midnight was created to loosely tell the story of all the street racing that took place in the 80's on the Tokyo highways, and the name is a reference to the Mid Night Racing Team, a very famous real life street racing team which you took a video of one of their cars at 5:37. And trust me it's really one of their cars because they will harass and vandalize cars of people that put Mid Night stickers without being part of the team. - Vtuber cars (and anime, manga, games, etc) are VERY common. There are events only for them, where you can see thousands. It's called itasha, look it up. - The place where the guy took you is not an event at all. It's just a famous parking lot where people go with their cool cars every day of the year.

[@JKG_Brandon]

Dude, Aki, the cinematography and everything about this video was masterfully done! Impeccable shots, and better vibes!

[@HalcyonxTeatree]

I really hope tourists don't spoil this, so cool

[@CerberusTenshi]

They will. DDE already spoiled it a couple years ago with their visit to Japan and the consequent disregard of traffic laws.

[@HalcyonxTeatree]

@CerberusTenshi that enrages me cos this is a dream as a "countercultural" otaku who has the sense enough not to act like an ass...

[@gutentag587]

Aki should attend Itasha Tengoku someday, they've a lot of cool cars with anime wraps on them and the event happens yearly.

[@jdmglobalwarehouse]

Yes! There are usually over 400 cars there and the variety is insane 🤯

[@shincorazon9444]

Itasha cars are the best for anime and car fans, I have myself one too 👌🏼✨

[@LouisSubearth]

Sounds like a collab video she could do with Alexi (Noriyaro)

[@ninicookie6300]

you made me watch an 11 minute video about cars while not caring about them - and enjoying it all too! great job aki

[@zlightning037]

As a person who doesn't know a lot about cars, this looks so cool! Glad to see you had a good time

[@passthepeace]

Wow I've never been here this early. This looks so cool Aki! Glad you had fun!

[@BleachDemon707]

...who cares?

[@TheOtakuDude]

​@@BleachDemon707 we do, stupid.

[@COSun25]

The film quality while driving through these streets is top-notch.

[@jdii5698]

People want to go to Japan to see cherry blossoms, torii gates and temples (I do to but I digress) BUT I also want to catch a Super Formula and a Super GT race at Fuji Speedway, Twin Rings Motegi or another famous Japanese track and hit up the Daikoku Car Meet. Fun vid! 😎

[@oezvl510]

Aki this editing n filming is truly peak, also the music choice...... super cool video n super nice dude that reached out to u!

[@hvcky]

Car meets in Japan look way more amazing than america. American car meet always do those intersection lockdowns where people get hurt and do rambunctious stuff that attracts cops, ruining the experience for everyone.

[@Jaq-EmoRoux]

I also find a huge thing where guys basically quiz you to see if you "know cars".... so it's hard to even get into the community to behind with in the states

[@cakevictim]

I’m definitely doing this when I’m in Tokyo in April. I’m a lifelong car enthusiast and this is SO COOL, thanks for showing us this awesome tour is available!

[@Austin_Soares]

Me after reading the title of the vid: We MUST get Aki in the next Fast and Furious movie! We NEED to start a petition!

[@Kyle-yr9gc]

Shes back !

[@kenneth.h]

Thanks Aki for sharing this. Love seeing another aspect of Japan culture. That GTR experience looked so amazing.

[@LiliumOsanqta]

the sound track on this video is amazing, i need names, especially for 1:46. UGH. cool vibes, cool look, awesome sounding experience. Would try.

[@Marsofearthh]

EDITING TUTORIAL WHEN?! That intro car scene was cinematic AF.

[@mycrochetlifeanime]

so many nice cars, thank you aki so much for a new video and for sharing this experience with us :) can't wait for the next video

[@BBAbest01]

@4:42 They are indeed related, in fact you will always see car hangouts in GT7 lobbies at that particular track in the game just to show off cars and/or driving. Tokyo Xtreme Racer is also another video game that comes to mind when talking about Wangan highway racing.

[@JKG_Brandon]

100% reminded of my college days cruising Tokyo in Tokyo Extreme Racing Zero all night. VIBES!

[@DragonInfraXtremeRGT]

I think i got recommended this video because of tokyo xtreme racer . early access is coming out on next week on steam.

[@RinaRetro]

*Every time we go to the major cities, those car guys always try to hit on us.* 😆

[@DivineAntinomy]

Cool story❌️-Doubt

[@theredraven7877]

STFU ​@@DivineAntinomy you're just jealous because you couldn't get any attention from women.

[@BleachDemon707]

😂😂​@@DivineAntinomy

[@kevinm.3506]

Stop the cap!!!

[@WARSCOOBY88]

Translation: Guys with cars look in our general direction for a second. Car guys don't look at subpar hoes. They look at cars.

[@rapthor666]

Pure cargasm, but in a restrained, polite way. No 300 kph chases, just fun. I like they get more mainstream attention (like in F5VE's Underground MV) Miss a Sakuraco coming out of a boot/trunk tho 😂 Aki delivers again

[@Argent_99]

Pretty sure that yellow mustang is an homage to the original ‘Eleanor’ mustang from ‘gone in 60 seconds’ (the original from the ‘70s, not the nic cage remake.) if it is - its owner is a person of exceptional taste!

[@mountainmanmike9105]

1:17 "everyone's checking out the car" cuts to slowmo of no one looking at the car 😂

[@tamikash]

As a car enthusiast, I love this Aki!!! I've been wanting to do this since I came to Japan, and I definitely will this year.

[@carinaadams0072]

Love, Love this video Aki!

[@brittanyw.9351]

This would make me into a car person too, lol! And that song choice was excellent.

[@bartekkubicaku-bitsa9802]

Awesome video Aki, very cool editing👍

[@Daniel-od1hq]

Such a good video! Editing/music was on point!

[@SamRK-1000]

9:35 I would literally cry if I got to see a GT-R in real life much less ride in it! I’ve only ever seen R33 GT-R and R34 irl and while those are cool, nothing beats the R32 for me. It’s such a legendary car which is so rare here in the USA much less the Midwest where American muscle cars are significantly more abundant than Asian tuner style cars, i had never ever seen a Supra until I went to the Piston Power Show at the Cleveland I-X center, so I always get excited seeing videos like this and honestly just hope to be able to afford to go to Japan and be comfortable during the trip (I have motion anxiety so I’ve never ridden in a plane). Thanks for videoing Japan for us Aki!

[@TonyCakaScarface]

6:23 we're moomin now

[@B0r3Dude]

Get in the freaking Moomobile

[@coffeegirl18]

Aki also being a car fan was not on my bingo card for 2025. Love it. My mom and I have always liked seeing some classic cars here and there. They occasionally have a tour where they do a day out drive together. My ex occasionally raced his newer Mustang and then later got one to supe up just for racing (it's like 30 mins drive to a race track and you can book time there when it's not booked for races.)

[@jaywindibank1678]

Used to watch you a while ago like... 7~ ish Years ago? Could not remember your name for the life of me untill it just popped back into my head. Glad you're still making content! Keep up the awesome work :3

[@Sissaimee]

Great video! I will totally use this company when we visit Japan! Great selection of music!

[@emanh4keem_san420]

Now Ebisu are calling ya to learn how to tame one

[@colinmathie2710]

The Porche looks cool af Aki

[@missyoyoOo]

Yes…!!!! I really enjoyed this video seeing that I am a JDM girl myself Please keep the import lifestyle videos coming 👍🏽🌸👍🏽

[@jasminezavala1047]

Aki you outdid yourself! The cinematography and music are amazing!

[@joinnihon]

Yoo, video edit on this is 🔥 Never thought experiencing Tokyo night like this 🫶

[@johnnypollack3243]

Keep up the amazing work Aki love the video

[@danlee5138]

I like Anime, and I like JDM cars, and I love Anime that features JDM car culture. Initial D and Wangan Midnight are top tier. Best JDM car culture YT channel for me right now is Dino DC's 👌

[@JdeeGeekyGao]

My bro is the car guy, I couldn't afford to get him a GTR but I got him the keychain instead as a little extra added onto his xmas present XDD. I don't know jack about cars, but I love Tokyo Drift (the only FF movie I enjoyed), Initial D, and those shows that do up the vintage cars into show cars. Like there is something aesthetically pleasing about a nice car that tickles my brain.

[@sapphirejade5029]

HUH?! WHAT?! This is so cool!!😍😍😍

[@Mustang_1973]

映っているイエローのクラシックマスタングのオーナーです。 撮影してくれて、愛車を気に入ってくれてありがとう！ マスタングのとても良い思い出になります！

[@spookygirl31]

Omg aki please more of these I loved this video beyond what I thought

[@Ron-wo9fg]

6:49 Transformer in disguise 😂😂

[@JuriAmari]

I play Wangan Midnight every time I’m in an arcade and I go to car shows all the time so seeing this vicariously is a dream come true! 🥰

[@geeeman5510]

This one one if not the most beautiful video I have ever seen I could watched them driving through that beautiful scenery for hours Thank you for sharing this amazing experience with us

[@WhosManIsThis]

4:44 Technically yes it is. There also another name for it C1 Loop more knowned because u guess it wangan midnight arcade game that been around for along time

[@isaiahrodriquez8051]

I've been waiting for this for a long time

[@lauraelainedesilets1189]

I LOVED TOKYO DRIFT MOVIE !! Lucky gurl... Norm knows alot about this ive seen on his channel. I wish I could be there. I love vintage cars.❤ Ty 🎉

[@Boomdizzle99]

Awesome experience with the GTR Aki! ❤ Ive always loved that car. Been a dream of mine to own one. Luckily they are now importable into the US! They are all past the 25 years needed to bring more in

[@5ifty6ixmediauk]

The name Wangan comes from the loop around Tokyo, NOT the Anime.

[@dylanparrott8347]

Aki having her initial D arc y'all

[@HN-fb6md]

So happy to see that Japan still has a car scene. Its almost dead here in my area.

[@questline24]

Wow Tokyo looks amazing at night. Awesome video Aki. Wishing you all well and good health. Kind regards Chris

[@JoyManoppo]

This is how it feels to become a jdm lover in car culture

[@naufalfahmi4917]

I have never fanboy-ed so bad watching an aki video. The amount of cars exist in that one parking lot, is sheer awesomeness..

[@lono11261]

As a young man in the late 80s and 90s, we would have the same thing in Chicago. We called it The Incinerators. Now, one was the original with a quarter mile strip. It was located on the west side of Chicago. In an industrial park that contained the aforementioned incinerator. The second was nowhere near it but dubbed the same for lack of creativity. I'm guessing. Both had quarter mile strips. All types of cars people would gather around booze, weed, and what have you. Loud music. There were plenty of accidents. But it was what it was. A place for the youth to gather and mingle and show themselves off be it by their clothes dancing loud music and alas yes their super cars. 😊

[@quicktimeevent2000]

Cool to see you explore the car scene in Japan. I was expecting to see Sammit here🤔

[@jf4584]

Welcome to car culture Aki happy to have you!!!

[@roxymr9851]

9:22 OMG AFTER DARK PLAYED CAUGHT ME OFF GUARD FR FR I LOVE IT SO MUCH WHAT A SUPRISE IT SO IS THE RACING SCENE VIBE ~ CHECK OUT THE ORIGINAL ITS SOOOOOOO GOOD~ 💜💜 SUCH BEAUTIFUL CARS I COULD NOT EVEN~ AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!~

[@Patrick-vc6zk]

I would totally get into some more car videos with Aki. This was fun!

[@YokoshimaSTAR]

8:00 that kawaii WALL-E car would suit me lmao. This guy's business idea to expand sounds so promising. Thanks to you he'll now have more customers. I wanna be one of them when I can afford for it. But damn these pretty and futuristic citylights sceneries are insane...

[@2DCREE]

I'm saving this one in my Forev. playlist, cause it's so beautiful 😍 to see such CLEAN! driving, and such a viby back scene nice view.

[@xgeko2]

Sick! this makes me miss my rb25det powered s14 I used to have.

[@KingZ923]

Did not expect to hear the after dark song...but yk what I like it🌟

[@dumbartist864]

It's the best song when it's dark and your in the car! It feels like I'm in another world

[@Dust_Bin_Gaming]

Who was it by? May have to add it to a playlist! ^_^

[@dumbartist864]

@@Dust_Bin_Gaming Mr. Kitty!

[@Dust_Bin_Gaming]

@@dumbartist864 Danke! Danke! ^_^

[@dumbartist864]

@@Dust_Bin_Gaming yw! :)

[@sleepymonsteraddict]

I'm the kind of person who loves the feeling of driving fast, who loves cars, but at the same time doesn't approve of street racing an reckless driving. I totally get the trill though, I was in a sport car racing through the streets once as a teen and it was very much a magical experience, but as an adult looking back I don't know if my survival instinct would let me xD

[@LuckyGoku18]

Wangan midnight is also called that because that's the name of the expressway you drove on

[@mainboysmusic6985]

HELP! I'M ABOUT TO CREAM MY PANTS WATCHING THIS! 😍 YALL PLEASE TELL ME WHAT THOSE TWO GREEN ONES AT 5:15 ARE! THE DIVINE PAINT JOB AND DECORS HAS MADE IT UNIDENTIFIABLE FOR ME BUT GOOD LORD ARE THEY SO MAJESTIC! ALSO EVERYTHING IS VERY SHINY BECAUSE OF AKI'S CAMERA UPSCALE RIGHT?? OR ARE THEY ACTUALLY THIS SHINY?? I want to be there so so badly...

[@Saffronlilies]

dude this is sick! i do drifting but not on the level of those guys :) great video Aki

[@kerriproper5843]

Wow, that looked so incredible seeing different Drift cars of different models is totally insane, it looks a lot of fun too 🥰🥰🥰

[@TimPalim]

I loved everything about it. It looks sooo much fun. Nice Aki

[@AngieBasto]

now these cars look cooler than those cybertrucks cars everything looks the same no style or anything

[@Smeltz247]

Shout out to Mumei. HOOMANS RISE UP!

[@somebodythatiusetoknow2027]

As someone who’s not into cars but love the Initial d soundtrack, it looks very cool ❤❤❤

[@tora201jp]

My bro Mori breaking every road rule and speed limit on the tour. I am so in!

[@starcrossGodtier]

Love that she used mr kittys music for this video!

[@GafftheHorse]

This reminded me of a dreamcast game, Tokyo Extreme Racer. I actually wish I could play it again now.

[@LouisSubearth]

They're making a new TXR game for PC.

[@TheCyberMantis]

Japan has such a hot car scene. Literally the hottest car on the planet right now is the Skyline / GT-R. My favorite is still the LFA in pearl white.

[@sharper9164]

Enjoyable video ngl, glad it came on recommended.

[@cailinanne]

2:05 This track is a bop Mr. Kitty!

[@WabbitCrouton]

Beautiful shots and edits.

[@FaridFauzan2405]

5:38 It's that Porsche 911 from legendary team Mid night.

[@shaunonsite]

I found out about this while I was in Tokyo two weeks ago! I didn't get enough time to set it up but I will for sure do this when I go back!

[@Verdekiwi]

the gran turismo road is actually.... real. there are few different tracks, but all of them can be overlapped with tokyo highway. In particular, i think the shutoko expressway is a loop you can do by car (just taking the correct exit), while some other track involve U-turn corner that would possible only if the expressway was close to traffic.

[@ivydaphne7483]

I'm not like a car expert or anything but I can always respect the art, culture & vibe

[@izakshuvo8434]

Now we need Aki and Joey together in a car video, or a bike photoshoot or something. 🏍️ AKIRA

[@amandasueoka6790]

THIS LOOKS SO FUN!! 😍 Booked immediately, what day of the week did you go? Is the car meet every night or only on the weekends?

[@narutaki0]

i have been reading wangun midnight wrong all this time - edit color grading on this video is fire

[@MizuHime07]

You just gave me an idea for a cool experience. My fiancé loves LOVES race/drift cars so much. I need to write all this stuff down so we can have a fun Japan trip.

[@Bird_From_Hell]

All these years watching Aki and having no idea she is a car enthusiast baffles me (in a good way :>)

[@chiaohongcheng]

Seeing you have fun in a cool car makes me happy

[@Dust_Bin_Gaming]

Awesome vid! And some pretty dope edits (and music) with the cruising around. ^_^ So when's the channel rebrand debuting? Can't wait for AkiDrifts! xD But seriously, there's a few places in Japan that offer lessons you could try out when it's warmer (i remember Joey, Connor, and... Garnt? went to one a few years ago). It's a wild experience! ^_^ Definitely check out some of the Itasha scenes. Some people get absolutely WILD with body wraps on their cars. Then there's also Bosozoku (for the laymen, think 'taking "Riced out" to the extreme', and you'll have some idea of what to expect). 3:55 I've heard conflicting stories about the Shibuya Crossing scene. Some say Lin went against the Government when they couldn't secure permits to do the scene. Others say it was recreated with all the different elements being spliced together while having it done 'safely' (and legally). I haven't played a GT since.. 2, on the PSX (I ended up going more NFS and eventually Forza). But I know the level of detail they put into their games. I would not be surprised if the Tokyo Highway in it is as close to a 1/1 for scale of the real thing as they could get.

[@isaiahrodriquez8051]

Im glad you noticed the JDM culture

[@nicoftime1534]

I'm not sure if it's 1:1 Aki but yes, the express way is model after it