In Forza Horizon 6, Mei is a Japanese car builder and one of your main mentors. Unlike previous titles where you start as a "Superstar," you begin as a tourist. Mei’s role is to introduce you to Japan’s rich car culture and legendary tuning scene, guiding you through both the roads and the regional identity of each area.

If you’re a beginner, following these strategies will help you get the most out of your time with Mei.

Mastering Progression with Mei

Complete "Discover Japan" Missions
Mei takes you on “Day Trips” across Japan. These missions aren’t just about racing—they’re designed to help you unlock Stamps in your Collection Journal. Stamps are key to gaining new houses and unlocking the customizable garage feature, which is vital for tuning and upgrading your cars.

Follow the "Golden Path"
While the game world is open, Mei’s guidance through the Horizon Qualifiers and Invitational acts as a structured tutorial. Completing these events earns your first Wristband and helps you get comfortable with Japan’s diverse terrains and road types.

Prioritize JDM Cars
Mei’s missions often focus on Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicles. Early races, like those across Shibuya Crossing, are tailored for modest starters like the Toyota Celica GT-Four. Learning to handle these cars early will set you up for mastering the higher-performance vehicles later.

Early Game Optimization Tips

Use the Car Proximity Radar
Horizon 6 introduces a new Car Proximity Radar. Mei’s city-based missions make good use of it. Enable it in the settings to spot cars in your blind spots, especially in tight Tokyo streets.

Optimize for Touge Battles
Mei introduces you to mountain passes for nighttime Touge battles. Here, handling and braking matter more than raw top speed. Focus on smooth steering and controlled throttle to dominate these technical roads.

Turn Off Stability Control
For faster credit (CR) accumulation, gradually reduce assists like stability control. This ups your difficulty bonus, which helps you earn more CR for the tuning parts Mei recommends. It’s a small risk early on but pays off as your garage grows.

Key Locations to Explore

Daikoku Parking Area
This permanent Car Meet is inspired by real Japanese car culture. It’s a hotspot for social play, showing off tunes and finding inspiration for your own vehicles.

The Estate
A mountain valley unlocked through exploration missions. Unlike standard houses, The Estate allows open-world customization—you can build and decorate directly on the terrain. It’s a perfect spot to test the cars you tune with Mei’s guidance.

Following Mei’s mentorship isn’t just about completing races—it’s about learning Japan’s car culture, improving your skills, and preparing for higher-level events. Master the basics, explore key locations, and your early FH6 experience will be both efficient and fun.