14 October 2025, 8:47 AM
Today, we’re featuring one of our imagined driving routes from around the world — this time in Japan’s Kanto region: from Hachioji City to Fujikawaguchiko Town.
Have you driven this road before, or is it one you’d like to try someday?
We’d love to hear your thoughts and impressions!
Starting Point & Destination
- Starting Point: Hachioji City, Tokyo
- Destination: Fujikawaguchiko Town, Yamanashi (Lake Kawaguchi area)
One-Day Drive Overview
- Starting Point & Destination
- Hachioji City → Chuo Expressway → Kawaguchiko IC → Fujikawaguchiko Town.
- A direct highway route from the city to the foot of Mt. Fuji.
- Terrain & Scenic Features Along the Way
- Views of the Tanzawa mountain range and the gateway to the Kofu Basin.
- On clear days, Mt. Fuji appears majestically to the right as you drive.
- Scenic Highlights from Inside the Car
- Seasonal colors of surrounding mountains (fresh greens, autumn leaves, snowy peaks)
- The breathtaking sight of Mt. Fuji as you emerge from certain tunnels.
- Distance & Estimated Time
- Approx. 75–80 km
- Around 1 hour 30 minutes without stops.
- About 2 hours including a rest at a service area.
17 October 2025, 5:39 AM
From around the world, today we’re highlighting a virtual driving route for you.
This time, we’ve chosen a course through the southern deserts of Jordan.
It’s a one-day Land Cruiser journey across Wadi Rum’s red sandstone and golden sands, surrounded by endless skies and deep silence.
Is this a road you’ve driven before? Or one you’d like to explore?
Starting Point and Destination
- Starting Point: Aqaba
- Destination: Wadi Rum Visitor Center
Route Overview
- Terrain and Scenic Features Along the Way
- A mostly straight paved road cutting through the desert.
- Expanses of red-brown rock formations and open plains.
- Crisp, dry air and far-reaching visibility typical of arid lands.
- Views to Enjoy from Inside the Vehicle
- Gradations of red and gold unique to desert landscapes.
- Silhouettes of striking rock formations in the distance.
- Brilliant sunlight during the day and a glowing orange sky at sunset.
- Distance and Estimated Travel Time
- Approximately 70 km
- Around 1 hour (excluding sightseeing and breaks)
22 October 2025, 9:34 AM
From around the world, here’s a virtual driving route in southern Iceland — from Reykjavík to Seljalandsfoss Waterfall.
Along the way, you’ll pass sweeping coastal plains, glimpse distant glaciers, and arrive at a waterfall so unique you can walk behind it.
Have you driven this road before? Or is it on your travel bucket list? We’d love to hear your thoughts!
Starting Point and Destination
- Starting Point: Reykjavík
- Destination: Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
Route Information
- Terrain and Landscape Features
- Flat, paved coastal road.
- Expansive grassy plains with glaciers visible in the distance.
- Occasional volcanic rock formations and stretches of black sand beach.
- Scenic Highlights from the Driver’s Seat
- The vast Atlantic horizon meeting endless skies.
- Striking contrasts of glaciers and volcanic terrain.
- A dramatic waterfall where you can walk behind the cascading water.
- Driving Distance and Time Estimate
- Approximately 128 km (80 miles)
- Estimated driving time: about 2 hours (excluding stops)
6 days ago, 10:20 AM
From around the world, here’s a virtual driving route for you.
This time, we’ve chosen a coastal route along the northern shore of Crete, Greece.
It’s a journey in a Land Cruiser where you can soak in the scenery of the brilliant blue Aegean Sea and the white limestone mountains.
Starting Point and Destination
- Starting Point: Chania, Greece
- Destination: Rethymno
Route Overview
- Terrain and Scenic Features Along the Way
- Gentle winding roads along the coastline.
- Alternating stretches of rolling hills and dramatic sea cliffs.
- Small fishing villages and olive groves scattered along the route.
- Views to Enjoy from Inside the Vehicle
- The vivid blue of the Aegean Sea contrasted with white foamy waves.
- Distant mountain ranges and silhouettes of ancient ruins.
- The scent of wildflowers and olive trees lining the roadside.
- Distance and Estimated Travel Time
- Approximately 60 km
- Estimated time: about 1 hour 30 minutes (excluding sightseeing and breaks)
