Uber Drift Puts You in the Passenger Seat of Japan's Street Racing Scene
Uber has launched 'Uber Drift' in Tokyo, offering travelers a unique experience in Japan's underground drifting scene. This limited-edition adventure includes professional tandem drifting sessions at the Mobara Twin Circuit, allowing guests to ride alongside licensed drivers in iconic street racing cars. Reservations for this exclusive experience will open on May 27, 2026, with sessions running from June 3 to July 1.
- ▪Uber Drift provides international travelers access to Japan's underground drifting scene.
- ▪Guests will ride with Formula Drift licensed drivers in cars like the Nissan Silvia S15 and Nissan 180SX.
- ▪Only four groups will be accepted daily, making reservations highly competitive.
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?si=lgyvmRMIlPsapvIw Automotive 15 Mins ago 2 Views 0 CommentsComments Save Summary Uber has announced the launch of “Uber Drift” in Tokyo, a limited-edition travel experience offered as part of its global “Go Anywhere” series The offering gives international travelers rare access to Japan’s underground drifting scene, providing professional tandem drifting sessions at the technical Mobara Twin Circuit The fully curated half-day itinerary includes round-trip private transfers via Uber Black and roughly 90 minutes of high-intensity track time where guests will ride shotgun with Formula Drift licensed drivers in iconic street racing cars, such as the Nissan Silvia S15 and the Nissan 180SX Uber is tapping directly into the neon-lit, adrenaline-fueled energy of Japanese car culture.
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