+ Driving Double your fun in Tokyo with TOYOTA

Something Fun + Driving! The More, the merrier!

This section introduces easy access weekend-getaway spots in the Tokyo area. TOYOTA vehicles will guide you through the areas rich in nature, culture and history. Get in the car and discover Tokyo!

Getaway Spots

• Last Days of Tokugawa Shogunate + DrivingChasing Shadows of Ryoma in Yokohama & Yokosuka

  Ryoma Sakamoto – one of the most prominent figures in modern Japanese history keeps engaging people’s hearts and minds as a true hero after 150 years after the end of Edo Period. We explore the fascination of Ryoma through his association with other historical figures of the time.Vehicle: Mark X

• Space Science Experience + DrivingTsukuba ― gateway for discovering and understanding the universe

  Occasionally, we look up the sky at night and try to see a Pegasus or some other interesting figures by connecting the dots just as ancient Greeks did. However, thanks to development of space science and technology, most people know that motion of the Earth and the Sun affects the stars and the constellations that we see in each season today. +Driving of this issue explores today’s space technology of Tsukuba and our promising future. Vehicle: Prado

• Sports + DrivingSculpt yourself on a fall sporting spree!

  Autumn is the season for outdoor sports. Jogging in the crispy air of pleasant weather is perfect to get your body in a shape before hibernation of winter. We introduce you places in Tokyo where locals go for exercise and sports. Vehicle: Ractis

• Escape from the summer heat + Driving A day trip to Kamakura & Enoshima

  Kamakura and Enoshima are great places to escape from the summer heat on a refreshing day-drive. Comfortable sea breeze will welcome you into this area facing the Pacific Ocean. We will explore the appeal of Kamakura, which was loved so much by Kamakura bunshi (eminent writers from the area) since Meiji era and furthermore, proceed to Enoshima for a delightful driving along the coast. Vehicle: prius

• Camping + DrivingTo the mountains! To the sea!! Take advantage of ETC limited-toll discount!

  The early summer is a perfect season for driving. It may be nice to get away from crowded streets of the city to see Mother Nature and enjoy the soul healing time. This issue of “+ Driving” is intended to take advantage of weekend / holiday limited ETC toll discount. We introduce you a couple of driving courses, one takes you to the mountains and the other to the beach where you and your family can enjoy camping and BBQ. Vehicle: Passo Sette

• Old Town: Time travel to EdoTime Travel to the Old Edo

  Tokyo was once called Edo but after the name was changed to the current Tokyo at the time of the Meiji Restoration, the city has shown a whirlwind of rapid change. One step out of the center city, you will find remnants of back in the Edo period. TOYOTA's iQ will guide you through narrow streets of the city.Vehicle: IQ

• Tokyo: City cruising for your anniversaryTokyo Cruising

  Crown Hybrid will cruise you down to the areas in Tokyo that adds luxury ingredients to special occasions - perhaps your partner's birthday, anniversary or maybe it does not have to be special occasions, it will be a perfect driving route for those who just arrived in Tokyo to enjoy urban atmosphere this city offers.Vehicle: Crown Hybrid

• Kiyosato: The magic of highlandLet's go to fresh-green Kiyosato

  Two and a half hour driving from the center Tokyo will take you to Kiyosato where you will find yourself surrounded by soul healing nature and peace. A Velfire will be your driving companion.Vehicle: Velfire