“The Art of Driving” Episode 1 Release: Forza Horizon 6, Explore the Arts and Culture of Japan
Forza released the first promotional video from the documentary series titled "The Art of Driving - Episode 1: Tohoku ft. DRAGON76" which is part of the launch campaign for the latest game from Xbox Game Studios.
Forza Horizon 6 is scheduled to be released on May 19, 2026, for PC and Xbox Series X|S. This game is set in Japan, the Land of the Rising Sun, making the exploration of local arts and culture the central theme of this documentary series.
Journey Across Japan with Larry Chen
The Art of Driving documentary series consists of three planned episodes. Each episode is hosted by Larry Chen, a renowned automotive photographer from Los Angeles. He invites viewers to explore Japan with local artists to delve into the rich culture that will eventually be presented in the world of Forza Horizon 6.
In the first episode, Larry is joined by DRAGON76, a New York-based artist who is a special guest. The two of them drive a Toyota Land Cruiser and travel through the snow-covered Tohoku region.
The Beauty of Tohoku's Arts and Culture
This episode showcases a variety of stunning art elements, including the Aomori Nebuta Festival, the Beauty of Lake Tazawa, Ice Sculptures in Senboku, Illustrations on the tsunami barrier walls of Ishinomaki.
The presented content feels very captivating, even for those who have lived in Japan for a long time. Equally fascinating is the comparison between real-world footage and in-engine visual recreation within the game – a detail that is definitely worth witnessing by racing game fans and lovers of Japanese culture.