What is Daikoku PA?
Daikoku Parking Area (Daikoku PA) sits on the Bayshore Route of the Metropolitan Expressway in Yokohama and is Japan’s most famous late‑night JDM car‑culture hub. Because it’s inside the expressway network, there’s no pedestrian access—drivers must enter and exit via expressway ramps.
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How tolls work on the Metropolitan Expressway (Shuto)
Tolls on the Metropolitan Expressway are distance‑based when you use ETC. For a standard passenger car, ETC tolls are capped at ¥1,950 (upper limit) and can drop below ¥1,000 for short hops. Paying by cash (or credit card in cash lanes) is charged at a flat basic toll of ¥1,950 for standard cars across most sections. Prices here refer to one‑way tolls for a standard passenger car.
Key points:
- ETC (Electronic Toll Collection) calculates your fare by toll distance and automatically charges at the toll gate.
- Cash users generally pay a flat ¥1,950 on Shuto for standard cars (exceptions exist on some connectors).
- Late‑night discounts (00:00–04:00) can reduce ETC tolls on some routes.
- Some entrances have become ETC‑only; non‑ETC vehicles must use nearby cash‑enabled entrances.
Typical toll from central Tokyo to Daikoku PA (real‑world examples)
Use these reference prices to estimate your one‑way ETC toll in a standard passenger car. Your exact fare depends on the entrance you use, the route chosen by your nav, and time‑of‑day/discount conditions.
| Tokyo entrance (IC) | Quick route to Daikoku PA | Typical ETC toll (one‑way) | Cash (one‑way) |
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| Ginza IC (C1 Loop) | C1 → Haneda Line → Yokohane → Bayshore | ≈ ¥950–¥1,330 | ¥1,950 |
| Shiodome/Takarachō IC (C1) | C1 → Haneda Line → Bayshore | ≈ ¥1,070–¥1,100 | ¥1,950 |
| Shibuya IC (Route 3) | R3 → C1/Bayshore path options | ≈ ¥1,240–¥1,380 | ¥1,950 |
| Sangenjaya IC (Route 3) | R3 → C1/Bayshore | ≈ ¥1,020 | ¥1,950 |
| Shinjuku IC (Route 4) | R4 → C2/C1 → Bayshore options | ≈ ¥1,440 | ¥1,950 |
| Tokyo IC (Tōmei) | Tomei/Ko-hoku/North Line → Bayshore | ≈ ¥1,390–¥1,840 | ¥1,950 |
Round trip: multiply the one‑way figure by two. If you plan stops (e.g., Tatsumi PA, Umihotaru) without exiting the expressway, you typically pay once for the overall toll distance of that continuous journey.
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Can you reach Daikoku PA without paying tolls?
No. Daikoku PA is located on the expressway, and there is no public pedestrian, bicycle, or bus access. Taxis are not permitted to drop you inside the PA unless they’re already traveling on the expressway and stop during that expressway journey. Always plan to arrive by car via the Metropolitan Expressway.
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Factors that change your Daikoku PA toll
- Which entrance you use: Starting from Ginza can be under ¥1,000 with ETC; Shinjuku or suburban entrances trend higher.
- Route selection: C1 Loop vs. Yokohane vs. Wangan (Bayshore) can change the toll distance by a few hundred yen.
- ETC vs. cash: Cash for standard cars is a flat ¥1,950 across most of Shuto; ETC can be notably cheaper for shorter trips.
- Time‑of‑day discounts: Late‑night discounts may apply on eligible segments.
- Vehicle class: Medium/large vehicles are charged more; motorcycles/kei cars can be less.
How to check your exact toll before you go (step‑by‑step)
- Confirm your closest expressway entrance (IC) near your hotel or rental depot (e.g., Ginza, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Tokyo IC, Shiodome).
- Use an official “Route & Toll Guide” for the Metropolitan Expressway or a reputable navigation app (e.g., NAVITIME) to set From: your entrance IC and To: Daikoku‑futo.
- Select vehicle type = standard passenger car and payment = ETC to see the current one‑way price range.
- If you don’t have ETC, compare against the cash flat toll shown.
- Re‑run the search for your return leg to estimate round‑trip cost.
Cost math: self‑drive vs. guided JDM tour
If you self‑drive from central Tokyo with ETC, expect about ¥1,000–¥1,500 one‑way in tolls for a standard car (plus fuel, rental, insurance, and parking). Cash users should budget ¥1,950 one‑way. When you factor rental logistics, potential PA closures, and navigation complexity, a guided Daikoku PA tour can be the more predictable option—your transport, tolls, parking, and schedule management are handled for you.
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Parking and on‑site notes
- Parking at Daikoku PA is first‑come, first‑served; it can fill quickly on weekend nights and event evenings.
- Police closures sometimes occur to manage congestion—your nav may reroute you to other PAs.
- Restrooms, shops, and food are available inside the PA during normal operating hours.
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FAQs
Is the toll per vehicle or per person? Per vehicle.
Do I pay when entering or exiting? With ETC, your toll is charged automatically at gates. With cash, you pay the basic toll at the first toll gate, then show the receipt at eligible consecutive gates if applicable.
Can I go by train or bus and walk in? No—Daikoku PA is not accessible on foot. Consider a guided tour if you don’t plan to drive.
What if I exit the expressway and re‑enter? Your toll calculation resets; plan a continuous expressway route if you want one combined charge.
Is late‑night cheaper? Some segments apply late‑night discounts to ETC users; exact savings vary by route.
