The Fast & Furious franchise isn’t just a movie series;
it’s the reason an entire generation fell in love with Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) cars. While the films are a product of Hollywood, the real stars often come from the streets of Tokyo.
As a 24-year-old JDM owner living in Shibuya, I’ve seen how these movies transformed cars like the R34 and RX-7 into global icons. Here is our definitive ranking of the Top 10 cars from the saga—and how you can live out your movie fantasies right here in Japan!
10. Dodge Charger Off-Road (1970) | Furious 7
Driver: Dominic Toretto Who could forget the sight of cars being dropped from a plane? This rugged, reinforced Charger showed that Dom’s muscle could survive anything—even a mountain descent.
9. Nissan 350Z (Z33) Top Secret Edition | Tokyo Drift
Driver: Morimoto In the neon-lit world of Tokyo Drift, the Top Secret Z33 represented the peak of Japanese tuning culture. It’s the quintessential "villain car" that made drifting look like an art form.
8. Subaru Impreza WRX STI (2009) | Fast & Furious
Driver: Brian O’Conner Used during the intense kidnapping of Braga, this AWD beast proved that Subaru's rally heritage is perfect for high-stakes urban escapes.
7. Honda S2000 (AP1) | 2 Fast 2 Furious
Driver: Suki The bubblegum pink S2000 is legendary. It proved that JDM style is about personality as much as it is about performance. Watching Suki clear that bridge jump remains a top-tier franchise moment.
6. Lykan Hypersport | Furious 7
Driver: Dom & Brian The car that flew between skyscrapers in Abu Dhabi. While not a JDM car, its sheer audacity and $3.4 million price tag earned it a spot in the history books.
5. Dodge Charger (1970) | The Fast and the Furious
Driver: Dominic Toretto The ultimate symbol of American Muscle. The scene where the front wheels lift off the ground during the final drag race against Brian’s Supra is burned into every fan's memory.
4. Toyota Supra (JZA80) | The Fast and the Furious
Driver: Brian O’Conner "I owe you a ten-second car." This orange Supra started it all. It’s the car that solidified the bond between Dom and Brian and made the 2JZ engine a household name. It also made a tear-jerking return in the See You Again tribute.
3. Mazda RX-7 VeilSide Fortune | Tokyo Drift
Driver: Han Widely considered the most beautiful car in the franchise. With its wide-body VeilSide kit and iconic orange/black paint, Han’s RX-7 drifting through the Shibuya Scramble is arguably the most "JDM" moment in cinema history.
2. Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 | Fast & Furious
Driver: Brian O’Conner The blue-striped hero car from the fourth movie. It represented Brian’s return to his roots. Even though it met a tragic end in the film, its legend only grew.
Are you interested in experiencing the "Fast and Furious" vibe in Japan by driving this R34 or joining a tour? Please check the bottom of the page for details.
1. Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 (Silver/Blue) | 2 Fast 2 Furious
Driver: Brian O’Conner The King of JDM. This is the car that defined the franchise for most fans. From the neon lights to the legendary C-West aero kit, this R34 is the ultimate expression of 2000s street racing culture.
The Magic Behind the Scenes
Did you know that many of these stunts—like the massive vault heist in Fast Five—were done with real cars and practical effects, not just CG? That visceral, real-world energy is what makes these cars so special. When you hear the roar of an RB25 engine or the whistle of a turbo, you aren't just hearing a movie sound effect; you're hearing the heartbeat of Japanese engineering.
Live the Dream: Drive an R34 in Tokyo!
Watching the movies is one thing, but sitting in the cockpit is another. If you are visiting Japan, don't just stand on the sidewalk at the Shibuya Scramble—be the one driving through it.
At our rental service, we make the "Fast & Furious" lifestyle accessible. You don't need to be a movie star to experience:
- The Turbo Kick: Feel the boost of our Skyline R34.
- The Manual Mastery: Shift through a 5-speed gearbox just like Brian O'Conner.
- The Iconic Style: Turn heads across Tokyo in a legendary JDM silhouette.
Stop dreaming and start driving. Whether you want to cruise the Wangan high-speed routes or explore the mountain passes (Touge), we have the keys waiting for you.
Ready to get behind the wheel?
Follow our journey on YouTube to see how we built this fleet and how you can earn your way to your dream car just like we did!
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An unforgettable night in Tokyo! Driving the GT-R under the Tokyo Tower was a dream come true." – Recent Guest Reviews
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