This time, we actually visited the Daikoku Parking Area, a very popular destination for both domestic and international visitors.
Daikoku Parking Area (Daikoku PA) is a service area on the Bayshore Route of the Metropolitan Expressway, located in Tsurumi-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is currently popular among tourists and car enthusiasts, and is a must stop when visiting Japan!
Features of Daikoku Parking
A Gathering Place for Car Lovers
Daikoku Parking is famous as a hub for car enthusiasts, especially on weekends and holidays. It attracts a diverse range of vehicles, including sports cars, supercars, and custom cars. The area buzzes with people enjoying driving and visitors admiring the vehicles. It’s also a popular venue for automobile events and off-line meetings.
Observation Spot
Located in the bay area, Daikoku Parking offers excellent views of the Yokohama Bay Bridge, Tokyo Bay, and night cityscapes. The nighttime view is particularly spectacular, with city lights and industrial landscapes creating a fantastic scene. This makes it a favorite spot among photography enthusiasts.
Dining and Shopping Facilities
Visitors can enjoy various dining options including ramen, set meals, and fast food. The area also features a convenience store and a souvenir shop selling Yokohama-exclusive and expressway-unique items.
Access Information of Daikoku Parking
15, Daikoku-futo, Tsurumi-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture (not available from public roads)
Daikoku PA is easily accessible from Tokyo, Yokohama, Chiba, and Kawasaki areas. It serves as a convenient stopover point for drivers using the Bayshore Route. It’s important to note that Daikoku PA is only accessible by car and cannot be reached on foot as it’s located on the expressway.
Daikoku PA serves as a perfect blend of automotive culture, scenic views, and convenient facilities for travelers and car enthusiasts alike.
When using the Bayshore Route of the Shuto Expressway
- Access from the direction of Tokyo
- take the B-Line of the Shuto Expressway toward Yokohama.
- Before reaching “Daikoku JCT”, you will see a sign for “Daikoku Pier, Daikoku PA”.
- Follow the signs and enter the parking area through the Daikoku PA exit.
- Access from Yokohama
- Take the Bayshore Route (Route A) on the Shuto Expressway toward Tokyo.
- Turn right at the “Daikoku JCT”.
- Follow the signs for “Daikoku PA” near “Daikoku JCT”.
- Follow the dedicated lane for smooth access to the Daikoku PA.
When using the Kanagawa No. 5 Daikoku Route on the Metropolitan Expressway
- From the center of Yokohama City
- take the Kanagawa Route 5 Daikoku Line on the Metropolitan Expressway.
- Before merging onto the Wangan Line (Lines A and B) at Daikoku JCT
- follow the signs for “Daikoku Pier and Daikoku PA”.
Important Points to Note
- The site is not directly accessible from a public road, so visitors must come by rental car or car using the Metropolitan Expressway Bayshore Route.
- We recommend that you allow plenty of time for your visit, as the area can be crowded during events and weekends, and parking spaces may be limited. Also, the parking area may be closed on weekends and holidays, so check the official Metropolitan Expressway website and X (formerly Twitter) for information before you go.
3 popular tours to Daikoku Parking
If you don’t have your own car or can’t rent a car, don’t worry. We currently offer three tours that visit the Daikoku Parking Area (Daikoku PA).
Tokyo Daikoku Car Meet & JDM Tour (5-star English-speaking guide)
This tour will take you to iconic spots such as Liberty Walk, Super Autobacs, and Daikoku PA with a native English-speaking guide to experience the JDM car culture in Japan. As a rule, the tour will meet at Shibuya station. For more information and reservations for this tour.
Tokyo: Daikoku Car Meeting & Night City Tour with local guide.
A night tour with a local guide to experience a car meet-up at Daikoku PA, driving along Tokyo’s expressways and viewing landmarks such as Tokyo Tower and Rainbow Bridge.For more information and reservations for this tour.
JDM Tour: Become a member of the Car Club Car Meetup in Daikoku PA.
Join the Car Meetup at Daikoku PA for an in-depth experience of Japanese car culture. You will visit the largest car store in Japan and be offered the opportunity to meet Japanese drivers and drive the car of your dreams. In addition to the Daikoku PA, you can also visit the Tatsumi PA.For more information and reservations for this tour.
Each of these tours offers a unique experience, allowing visitors to fully enjoy Japanese car culture and the attractions of Daikoku PA. For more information on each tour and reservation status, please check the website of the provider.
summary
This time I went to the Daikoku parking area for the first time in a long time. People who love cars bring their own cars, so you can meet cool GT-Rs, Silvia, Fairlady Zs, and various other cars!
Be sure to experience the frenetic atmosphere of the parking area firsthand. It is more exciting on weekends than weekdays, but be aware that it may be closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Please check back in the future as I will be writing more articles about the Metropolitan Highway. Also, if you have any suggestions for places you would like us to go, please write in the comments.
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