By Driving Japan

Experience a rare snowy evening drive through Tokyo's expressways with this relaxing video. Recorded on February 5, 2024, at 7:47 PM, this video captures the quiet roads of the city, as snowfall forces many vehicles off the streets. Tokyo rarely experiences significant snowfall, so the metropolis is not fully equipped to handle heavy snow, leading to frequent highway closures and very few vehicles with snow tires.

The journey begins at the Ginza-5 intersection (35°40'13.4"N 139°45'51.1"E), passing through key junctions such as Shimbashi, Edobashi, Takebashi, and Miyakezaka, covering major expressway routes like C1 and the Bayshore route. Landmarks along the drive include Oi Junction, Haneda Airport (35°33'20.3"N 139°46'57.4"E), Yokohama Bay Bridge, and Yokohama Station. The drive loops back towards central Tokyo, ending at the Shibaura junction (35°38'55.0"N 139°45'29.5"E).

This video showcases a unique and peaceful side of Tokyo’s highways, typically bustling with traffic but now blanketed in snow. The calm atmosphere, low traffic, and mesmerizing city lights make for a soothing and immersive experience. Whether you're relaxing, studying, or just want a virtual drive through Tokyo in the snow, this video is a must-watch.