The Thrill Without the Drive
Ride shotgun with pro drivers at Japan’s most iconic drift tracks - including Meihan, Bihoku, and Tokushima Kartland. Experience the speed, the smoke, and the adrenaline from the best seat in the house.
Stress-Free Travel, All Included
Return flights, hotels, transport, and trackside access are all taken care of. Just book your spot and enjoy a perfectly planned motorsport holiday in Japan.
VIP Drift Culture Access
Go beyond spectating with behind-the-scenes workshop visits, late-night car meets, and authentic Japanese food experiences — an insider’s view of drift culture most tourists never get.
Flights & Accommodation
Return flights from Australia and premium local stays.
10 Days in Japan
A perfectly balanced itinerary of motorsport and sightseeing.
Cultural Tours
Japanese car meets, workshop tours, authentic dining.
Trackside Access
Hot laps in pro-built drift cars plus prime spectator viewing.
More Than just a Trip
An Unforgettable Drifting Experience
Step into the heart of Japanese drifting with our passenger-only tour packages. You’ll ride alongside professional drivers at legendary tracks such as Meihan Sportsland, Bihoku Highland, and Tokushima Kartland. From high-speed tandem entries to night laps at Ebisu, you’ll feel every moment of the action while enjoying a fully inclusive holiday in Japan.
Not everyone wants to drive — and that’s the beauty of this option. Our passenger tours let you focus on the fun, the culture, and the memories, without worrying about car control or technical skills. You’ll still get VIP drift access, behind-the-scenes workshop visits, and authentic immersion in the Japanese car scene.
Whether you’re travelling solo, with friends, or as a couple, our passenger tours are designed to give you front-row access to Japan’s drift culture.
James - Sydney
“Hands down the most exciting trip I’ve ever taken. I didn’t even need to drive to feel like I was part of the action. Riding with the pros at Meihan was unforgettable, and the cultural experiences made it so much more than just a motorsport tour.”
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Frequently asked questions
How many cars are there?
We have a range of your favourite 90s hero cars, and we pick and choose what’s suitable for the day and skill level of the group.
How much track time do we get?
You won’t be disappointed with the amount of track time! Although you’ll share cars with the group and rotate through, you’ll get more than your fill. Track days typically go 7/8 hours.
What happens if the car gets damaged while I’m driving it?
The beauty of our tour is the bond is part of the fee for the tour.
In true Japanese culture we try to respect the cars and track.
Reckless driving and ignoring staff directions will not be tolerated.
If this occurs, you’ll need to provide a bond to continue driving and if breached further you’ll be refused driving privileges.
If you make a mistake and damage occurs you need to pay for parts and reasonable labour to repair.
Can I fly from where I live?
Of course, the tour includes flights from Brisbane. We can either fly you from your area if costs are equivalent or we can subtract flights and you can organise yourself.
Do I need an International driver’s license?
We highly recommend you do, but it’s not a deal breaker if not.
How much spending money do I need to bring?
Our tour includes food for lunch on the track days, but you will need to bring with some spending and food money to get through. We recommend getting cash as some rural areas can be hard with card. If using card, we recommend WISE.
Is there internet connections at the accommodation?
Yes, the accommodation does, and we will have a mobile WIFI device with the group during the tour, we can also show you where to grab an internet sim if you’d like your own.
What’s the sleeping arrangements like?
We bunk on traditional tatami mats and futons; the house is communal, and everyone has a blast hanging together.
Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend you do, driving race cars is highly dangerous and the tracks have no insurance measures.
Can I do other activities while on tour or stay longer?
Yes, we try make the tour as accommodating as possible, if you have a great idea, we can try get the whole group to check it out. There are also free days where you can explore by yourself. If you want an extended stay let us know, so we can book the flight.
Do I need a helmet and what type of clothes do I need?
We supply helmets if you don’t have one, we recommend bringing one if you have already. That and closed in footwear is all that is required for track days. March and November get cold, and June is quite
warm.
What happens if I get sick or need to leave for personal reasons?
We will do our best to get a flight change and help you to the airport, you’ll have to cover the flight change fee and loss of days on tour.
Can we buy parts in Japan?
Absolutely, we book excess baggage for the return flight. We have materials to wrap up any goodies. If you want new parts let us know in advance to be ordered and collected while staying with us.
I have a big following on social media, can I come for free?
Sure can, get 5 people to book and your trip is free. See our influencer section.
How do I find out more?
Send through an online enquiry and we will get back to you or check out the Drift Japan YouTube or the Gutter2Gutter Podcast.