"Tokyo Drift," the third installment in the "Fast & Furious" franchise, is primarily set in Tokyo and follows the story of Sean Boswell, a teenager who becomes immersed in the underground drift racing scene. The connection to the broader franchise is established through the character Han, who becomes a significant figure in later films. Additionally, the timeline of "Tokyo Drift" is revealed to take place after the events of "Fast & Furious 6," linking it to the main storyline and characters like Dominic Toretto, who makes a cameo appearance at the end.

Yes, the activities depicted in "The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift" involve illegal street racing and drifting in public areas. The film showcases underground racing culture in Tokyo, highlighting the thrill and danger associated with illegal racing. While the characters engage in these activities for excitement and competition, they often face consequences from law enforcement and rival racers, reflecting the reality of such illegal endeavors.

"Tokyo Drift," the third installment in the "Fast & Furious" franchise, was released in 2006. While it received mixed reviews from critics, it performed moderately well at the box office, grossing around $158 million worldwide against a budget of about $85 million. However, it did not achieve the same level of success as its predecessors. Over time, "Tokyo Drift" has gained a cult following and is appreciated for its unique setting and drifting culture, contributing to its lasting impact within the franchise.

Paul Walker did not appear in "The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift" because the film was set in a different timeline, taking place after the events of "The Fast and the Furious" and "2 Fast 2 Furious." At that time, Walker was not available due to scheduling conflicts and the film's focus shifted to a new character, Sean Boswell, played by Lucas Black. However, Walker's character, Brian O'Conner, was referenced, and he returned in subsequent films, re-establishing connections to the Tokyo Drift storyline.