Vytautas Medineckas Explores Tokyo’s Underground Drift Scene in New Documentary
Lithuanian rapper, songwriter, actor, and television host Vytautas Medineckas, similarly known as IronVytas, delves into the world of Tokyo’s underground drift racing scene in the new documentary, Gatvės lenktynininkai: Tokijas (Street Racing: Tokyo). The film premiered on February 22, 2025, on the streaming platform Go3, coinciding with Lithuania’s largest drifting event.1
A Dive into Tokyo’s Drift Culture
The documentary follows Medineckas as he attempts to grow part of Tokyo’s nighttime racing culture, a world where street racers hone their skills at 2 a.m., seemingly unfazed by police intervention.1 The film showcases the dedication and skill of Japan’s drifters as they pursue professional racing careers.
Who is Vytautas Medineckas?
Vytautas Medineckas was born on July 29, 1987, in Vilnius, Lithuania.3 He is a prolific artist, having released six studio albums and created 42 music videos that have garnered over 47 million views on YouTube.1 Medineckas has been nominated for “Hip-hop Music Artist of the Year” in 2016, 2017, 2020, and 2021.1
Beyond music, Medineckas actively participates in television shows, exploring different cultures and challenging himself through various projects. He has appeared in Paradise (2023), Kas Butu Jeigu nebutu menulio (2023), and You Are My Diamond (2023).3 He is also set to appear in The Last Round (2026).3
Film Details
Gatvės lenktynininkai: Tokijas is an adventure film with a runtime of 1 hour and 3 minutes.1 Vytautas Medineckas directed the documentary.
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