Daikoku PA Tour from Tokyo
A private, guided Daikoku Parking Area tour for your group, with a local driver in a Japanese performance car. Hotel pickup and drop-off, an A PIT or Tokyo Tower stop depending on start time, highway tolls, and insurance coverage are included. No driving license is required.
Daikoku Car Meet Guide
What Is Daikoku PA?
A Daikoku PA tour is a driver-guided round trip from Tokyo to Daikoku Parking Area, commonly called Daikoku PA, that lets you experience the Daikoku car meet without driving yourself. This large rest area inside the Shuto Expressway network in Yokohama is internationally known as a gathering place for Japanese performance cars and JDM car culture.
The Daikoku car meet is not a scheduled event. Car enthusiasts gather on most nights, but activity, vehicle variety, and access can change depending on traffic, weather, and local traffic management.
Daikoku PA is reached by vehicle via the expressway. JDM Run provides private pickup and drop-off within Tokyo's 23 wards, and guests travel as passengers with a local driver.
Tour Information
No Driving License Required
A local driver handles all driving. Guests ride as passengers and cannot drive the vehicle.
Tour Vehicle
Your tour uses one of the vehicles shown in our Tour Vehicles section. The assigned vehicle may vary.
All Costs Included
The total shown during booking includes highway tolls and all tour-related costs. In deposit mode, only the displayed remaining balance is due on the tour day.
English Tour
The tour is conducted in English.
Start Times
Your included stop and tour duration depend on the start time. A PIT AUTOBACS SHINONOME closes at 9 PM, so later starts include a Tokyo Tower photo stop instead at no extra charge and finish sooner. The start times available for your date are shown during booking.
| Days | Start (JST) | Included stop |
|---|---|---|
| Mon–Thu | 7:00 PM3.5-4 hours | A PIT AUTOBACS SHINONOME |
| Mon–Thu | 11:00 PM2.5-3 hours | Tokyo Tower photo stop |
| Fri–Sun | 3:00 PM3.5-4 hours | A PIT AUTOBACS SHINONOME |
| Sun | 8:00 PM2.5-3 hours | Tokyo Tower photo stop |
Included Stop
Explore A PIT AUTOBACS SHINONOME
Mon–Thu 7 PM and Fri–Sun 3 PM starts include a stop at A PIT AUTOBACS SHINONOME. Browse Japanese performance parts, automotive accessories, and car culture goods at your own pace before continuing to Daikoku Parking Area.
Main Destination
Experience Daikoku Parking Area
Daikoku Parking Area is the main destination of this tour and a well-known gathering place for Japanese car enthusiasts. Explore the parking area, take photos, and experience the car meet atmosphere at your own pace. Vehicle activity and access can vary depending on the night and local conditions.
Included on Late Starts
Tokyo Tower Photo Stop
See the illuminated tower from street level and take photos. Mon–Thu 11 PM and Sun 8 PM starts include this stop in place of A PIT AUTOBACS SHINONOME, which closes at 9 PM. On A PIT starts, you can add it as you return to central Tokyo.
Tour Highlights
Experience the Daikoku car meet atmosphere at Daikoku Parking Area, a well-known destination for JDM and Japanese car culture.
Ride as a passenger in a maintained Japanese performance car with a local driver-guide.
Visit A PIT AUTOBACS SHINONOME, or a Tokyo Tower photo stop on Mon–Thu 11 PM and Sun 8 PM starts. Tokyo Tower can be added as an optional stop on A PIT starts during booking.
Private small-group experience designed for visitors who want a focused car culture night.
Tour Itinerary
During each scheduled stop, you are free to explore the location and take photos at your own pace.
- 1
Pickup from your hotel or selected location in Tokyo.
- 2
Visit your included stop: A PIT AUTOBACS SHINONOME, or Tokyo Tower on Mon–Thu 11 PM and Sun 8 PM starts.
- 3
Experience Daikoku Parking Area when conditions allow.
Stay: Approx. 1 hour
- 4
Return to central Tokyo via the Rainbow Bridge.
- Optional Add-on
Visit Tokyo Tower after crossing the Rainbow Bridge on A PIT starts.
Not included in the standard tour. Add this stop during booking to include it in your route.
- 5
Drop off at your pickup location.
Reserve Your Spot
Ready to ride this route? Select the tour package, choose an available date, and complete your booking securely.
Before You Book
Daikoku PA access and activity can vary depending on traffic, weather, and local traffic management.
All tours include a safety briefing and are operated with insurance coverage.
Exact route order may change to keep the experience smooth on the day.
FAQ
Do I need a driving license for the Daikoku PA Tour?
No. This is a driver-guided passenger experience, so no driving license is required. A local driver handles all driving and guests cannot drive the tour vehicle.
Is this a private JDM tour?
Yes. Every booking is private for your group only, with space for up to nine guests across as many as three tour vehicles.
Where does pickup and drop-off take place?
Pickup and drop-off are available at hotels or selected locations within Tokyo's 23 wards.
How much does the Daikoku PA Tour cost?
Each tour vehicle is priced by the number of guests riding in it: ¥45,000 for 1 guest, ¥50,000 for 2 guests, or ¥55,000 for 3 guests. Larger groups book up to three vehicles, each priced the same way. Friday and Saturday dates add ¥5,000 per vehicle. Highway tolls, fuel, pickup, and drop-off are included, and the total for your date, vehicles, and any optional add-ons is shown before payment.
What is included in the Daikoku PA Tour price?
The booking price includes the driver-guided ride, pickup and drop-off, highway tolls, insurance coverage, an included stop at A PIT AUTOBACS SHINONOME, or a Tokyo Tower photo stop on Mon–Thu 11 PM and Sun 8 PM starts, and the visit to Daikoku PA. On A PIT starts, Tokyo Tower is a paid add-on only when selected during booking.
Why do some start times visit Tokyo Tower instead of A PIT?
A PIT AUTOBACS SHINONOME closes at 9 PM, so Mon–Thu 11 PM and Sun 8 PM starts include a Tokyo Tower photo stop instead and take about 2.5-3 hours. The price is the same, no Tokyo Tower add-on is needed, and the included stop and duration are shown with each start time during booking.
Can I cancel my Daikoku PA Tour booking?
You can cancel anytime from the Manage Booking link in your confirmation email. Cancel 7 or more days before your tour date for a full refund of the amount paid. Cancellations 3–6 days before receive a 50% refund, and cancellations less than 3 days before or no-shows are not refunded.
Is a car meet guaranteed at Daikoku PA?
The tour is designed around visiting the car meet at Daikoku PA, where gatherings take place on most nights. Because it is a public parking area, the number and type of cars can vary and activity cannot be guaranteed. The tour is still considered completed if activity is limited.
What happens if Daikoku PA is closed?
If Daikoku PA is closed or inaccessible, the tour may continue to Umihotaru PA instead. There is no additional charge and your booking price will not change.
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