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Tokyo Drift Scene Goes Viral | Insane Night Street Drifting in Japan

Post by : Meena Ariff

Late at night, when Tokyo’s usually crowded streets fall quiet, a group of street drifters turned the city into an adrenaline-filled spectacle. In the now-viral footage, multiple modified cars can be seen racing through near-empty roads, engines roaring as drivers execute razor-sharp high-speed turns and jaw-dropping sideways slides with remarkable precision. The glow of streetlights reflecting off the asphalt adds a cinematic feel, making the scenes look straight out of an action movie.

Witnesses say the drivers appeared highly skilled, maintaining tight control while drifting through curves, intersections, and long stretches of road. Tires screeched, smoke billowed, and cars slid inches from barriers, creating a tense yet mesmerizing display. The coordinated movements suggest the group had planned the run carefully, choosing late hours to avoid traffic and capture clean, uninterrupted shots.

Once the video surfaced online, it spread rapidly across platforms, drawing millions of views within hours. Car enthusiasts praised the technique and called it a “real-life Tokyo Drift moment,” comparing it to the iconic street racing culture often portrayed in films and anime. Others, however, raised concerns about safety, pointing out the risks involved in illegal street racing, even on seemingly empty roads.

Authorities have not yet confirmed any action related to the incident, but the clip has once again ignited debate over underground drifting culture in Japan — a mix of raw automotive passion, precision driving, and controversy. Whether admired as art on wheels or criticized as reckless behavior, the late-night Tokyo drift run has undeniably left the internet buzzing.

 

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Jan. 12, 2026 2:35 p.m. 111

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