Hi_drivers May 2026

is an original mixed-media project by Bandai Namco Arts (now Bandai Namco Music Live) and animation studio Sunrise (Bandai Namco Filmworks). Set in the district-based area of Godtenber at the foot of Mt. Fuji, the franchise centers on teams of street racers competing in a world where "speed is everything".

The series is directed by Naoya Andou , with original character designs by pako and animation character designs by Tomoyuki Fujii . hi_drivers

Music production is handled by Lantis and Sunrise Music , featuring high-energy theme song music videos that have amassed millions of views. Racing Teams & Districts is an original mixed-media project by Bandai Namco

The project gained significant attention for its official collaboration with major Japanese automotive brands—, Subaru , Toyota , and Nissan —allowing for the inclusion of real-world licensed vehicles like the NSX, WRX, Supra, and GT-R. Core Project Features The series is directed by Naoya Andou ,