Driving

Here’s a collection of pictures about driving and cars—smooth highways, winding backroads, sleek sports cars, and everyday rides. From city traffic to scenic road trips, these images capture the essence of life on the road, the thrill of driving, and the beauty of cars in all their forms. Enjoy the journey!

City Drive

City Drive

Sunday drive in Tokyo with our beloved kei car. You do not know what a kei car is? A kei car (short for keijidōsha, meaning “light automobile”) is a type of small, lightweight vehicle that originated in Japan and is designed to meet specific regulations regarding size, engine capacity, and power. These cars are highly…

BMW E30 325i

BMW E30 325i

A BMW 3 series (E30) from 30 years ago now looks so small. Modern cars should shrink a bit, no? The BMW E30 is one of the most iconic models produced by BMW, representing the second generation of the 3 Series, manufactured from 1982 to 1994. It is celebrated for its timeless design, agile handling,…

Fiat Abarth 750 Coupe Zagato

Fiat Abarth 750 Coupe Zagato

Spotted on the streets of Tokyo—a rare gem of automotive history, the Fiat Abarth 750 Coupe Zagato. This little classic is a showstopper, blending its Italian racing heritage with a design that still turns heads decades after its debut. What makes this car truly stand out is Zagato’s iconic double-bubble roof design. Originally crafted to…

Audi TT-RS

Audi TT-RS

Had a chance to drive a brand new Audi TT-RS thanks to Audi Ikebukuro. This little thing is fast, really fast, Audi R8 V10 Plus kind of fast with a 0-100km/h time below 4s. And the noise of the 5 cylinders matches the performance. Was a lot of fun, even the kids liked it :)

Audi S4

Audi S4

Another test drive thanks to Audi Ikebukuro: a brand new 2017 Audi S4, and when I say brand new it’s not a figure of speech: it only had 30km on the odometer when they gave me the keys! I used to own the previous generation and this one is even better. Just makes it too…

Audi R8 V10 Plus

Audi R8 V10 Plus

Had a bit of fun taking the new Audi R8 V10 Plus from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji. What an incredible car—smooth, powerful, and an absolute delight to drive. The roar of that V10 engine on the open roads combined with the stunning views of Mt. Fuji made for an unforgettable experience. A perfect blend of…

Road Trip
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Road Trip

A fantastic road trip from San Francisco to Reno through the Sierra Nevada—filled with stunning landscapes and breathtaking views. From the rolling hills of California to the dramatic mountain peaks and serene beauty of Lake Tahoe, every stretch of the journey offered something memorable. It’s the kind of route that leaves you wanting more—definitely need…

Crossing the Bay
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Crossing the Bay

Crossing San Francisco Bay on a cold and misty Monday morning wasn’t exactly the warm welcome I’d hoped for after a ~9-hour flight from Tokyo. The foggy skyline and biting chill set a somber mood, but there’s still something captivating about the Bay’s quiet beauty in such conditions. Not ideal, but undeniably atmospheric.