Tokyo (Cars 2)

Tokyo is a location in Cars 2 where the first race of the World Grand Prix takes place.

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Tokyo is the capital of Japan. The numerous colorful advertisements that abound in its center give the town a distinctive look at night. It hosts the first of the three races of the World Grand Prix, as well as the competition's welcome party.

Unlike the other races that take place during daytime, the Tokyo race takes place at night. The track is in the the town's streets and passes on the Rainbow bridge and also past the Tokyo Imperial palace. It also includes a dirt section. During the race, the rookie Rip Clutchgoneski and Miguel Camino were crashed because of Professor Z's sabotage plan. Francesco Bernoulli and Lightning McQueen crossed the finish line almost at the same time, but Lightning, victim of a bad advice of his pit stop crew chief Mater, finishes second, letting the victory to Francesco.

Buildings and Attractions

 * Building of the World Grand Prix welcome party: The building that hosted the opening ceremony of the World Grand Prix features a very modern structure with large glass walls.
 * Rainbow Bridge
 * Tokyo Imperial Palace
 * Tokyo Tower
 * Mount Fuji

Trivia

 * Several brands who sponsored Piston Cup teams in Cars appear in Cars 2 on advertissements. These includes Nitroade, RPM, Easy Idle, Vitoline, Mood Springs, Clutch Aid, Tank Coat, Gasprin, an allusion to Lil' Torquey Pistons and also Dinoco. A concpet art also shows Octane Gain.
 * The snow runoff on Mount Fuji look like tire tread-marks.
 * The race is inspired by the Formula 1 race through the streets of Singapore.
 * The Rainbow Bridge is made up of automobile parts, including valves, rocker arms and springs.