This map guide is based on official trailers, screenshots, and developer previews. The full map will be explored in detail after launch.
Japan: The Biggest Horizon Map Yet
Forza Horizon 6 is set in a fictionalized recreation of Japan, spanning from Hokkaido in the north to Okinawa in the south. Early indications suggest this is the largest map in the series, with an estimated 50-60% more area than Forza Horizon 5's Mexico.
Map Size Comparison
| Game | Location | Relative Size |
|---|---|---|
| FH4 | Great Britain | ~1x (baseline) |
| FH5 | Mexico | ~1.5x |
| FH6 | Japan | ~2x (estimated) |
Confirmed Regions
1. Tokyo Bay Area
The urban heart of the map. Expect:
- Shuto Expressway — multi-lane highway loops perfect for high-speed racing
- Shibuya-style intersection — iconic city scenery
- Rainy night street racing — confirmed in the announcement trailer
- Waterfront industrial zones — great for drift zones
2. Mt. Fuji & Hakone
The signature landmark of the game:
- Touge passes — winding mountain roads perfect for drifting
- Fuji Speedway — expected as a Horizon Race track
- Lake Ashi scenic drive — beautiful lakeside roads
- Forest stages — dense woodland rally sections
3. Kyoto & Osaka
Cultural heart of the map:
- Bamboo forest paths — narrow, technical roads
- Osaka city streets — grid layout for city racing
- Kansai highway junction — complex interchange drifting
- Temples and shrines — likely photo challenge locations
4. Hokkaido
Northern wilderness:
- Snow-covered roads — winter driving at its best
- Rolling hills and farms — high-speed rural blasts
- Coastal highways — stunning ocean views
- Sapporo city section — compact urban grid
5. Okinawa
Tropical southern region:
- Coastal cruising — palm-fringed roads
- Beach zones — off-road sand driving
- Narrow island roads — technical driving challenges
- Sunset photo spots — guaranteed photogenic
Best Roads for Racing
| Road | Region | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Shuto Expressway Loop | Tokyo | High-speed circuit racing |
| Hakone Turnpike | Mt. Fuji Area | Touge drifting |
| Kansai Expressway | Osaka/Kyoto | Highway battles |
| Hokkaido Coastal Route 5 | Hokkaido | Long-distance cruising |
| Okinawa Ocean Drive | Okinawa | Scenic relaxed driving |
Fast Travel & Discovery
- Fast Travel — unlocked by visiting festival outposts in each region
- Fast Travel Bonus Boards — smash these to reduce fast travel cost (eventually to free)
- Horizon Stories — unlockable activities scattered across the map
- Road Discovery — driving on all roads is a completionist goal, as in previous games
Photo Challenge Locations
Based on the trailer, these are likely photo challenge hotspots:
- Shibuya Crossing at night (Tokyo)
- Mt. Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi
- Fushimi Inari shrine gates (Kyoto)
- Hokkaido lavender fields (seasonal)
- Okinawa beaches at sunset
Want to find everything? Check out our Collectibles Guide for all Bonus Boards, XP signs, and hidden items.