The Only Theme Park to Drive Through F1 JAPANESE GRAND PRIX-held Racing Course! — SUZUKA CIRCUIT

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• Table of Contents
• The Longest-running International Racing Course in Japan
• The Only Attraction to Drive on FORMULA 1 JAPANESE GRAND PRIX-held Course!
• The Mobility Theme Park for Everyone!
• Shop with a Huge Collection of Motorsports Merchandise and Local Specialties!
• Relax Surrounded by Mie's Lush Nature!
• A Special Plan to Enjoy Suzuka Circuit at the Most!
• Access Information

The Longest-running International Racing Course in Japan

About Suzuka Circuit

Suzuka Circuit opened in 1962 as Japan's first full-scale international racing course, based on the beliefe of Soichiro Honda, the founder of HONDA, that "cars will not improve unless they are raced," and is the only circuit where the Japanese Grand Prix is ​​held. The Racing Course itself, which is approximately 5.821 kilometers long and consists of 20 unique corners and streches that gives a sense of freedom, is of course a highlight of the Suzuka Circuit. Also, the wonderful spectator facilities and environment that meets various needs is also a unique attraction. However, did you know that you can not only observe this world-famous Racing Course, but also try driving on it yourself?

The Only Attraction to Drive on FORMULA 1 JAPANESE GRAND PRIX-held Course!

With the slogan "Drive Your Heart to the Challenge," Suzuka Circuit has many activities where you can take on various missions, one of which is the "Circuit Challenger", a kart-type attraction that allows you to drive on an international racing course where world-famous drivers and machines race. While driving on the 2.243-kilometer East Course, which is about half of the entire course and includes the coveted grid, starting point, and streches, you can control the accelerator, brakes, and steering completely by your ownself to complete various missions.

Who can take on the Circuit Challenger? Children as young as aged 2 can ride with a supervising companion aged 13 or over , and young guests aged 9 or older can drive the machine in the driver's seat. Also, guests aged 11 or above can also ride alone.

Since Suzuka Circuit hosts various races and events throughout the year, there are limited dates on which the Circuit Challenge is available. Therefore, if you would like to use it, we recommend that you check the operating schedule on the official website and purchase tickets in advance!

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The Mobility Theme Park for Everyone!

Full of "I DID IT!" Moments for All Ages!

In addition to the Circuit Challenger, there are plenty of attractions for all ages! "Suzuka Circuit Park", which celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2022, has introduced attractions that focus on customers operating the vehicles themselves. The attractions have been loved by many customers for many years because they allow you to enjoy the fun of mobility while operating the vehicles yourself, rather than just riding them.

The park's six themed areas have around 30 different attractions, including rides that children aged 0 can ride if accompanied by a supervising companion, and vehicles that children aged 3 can try out themselves. As children get older, the number of rides they can try increases, so many guests revisit the park regularly, looking forward to seeing what they will enjoy this time. Of course, there are also thrilling attractions that allow adults to fully experience the power of motorsports, so it can be said to be a theme park that can be enjoyed by all ages!

It is more convenient to purchase online tickets in advance to visit Suzuka Circuit Park. In addition, those who purchase a child(ages 3 to 6)'s passport in advance will receive a special gift when entering the park! (*Benefit information is based on the current standard as of 2025.)

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A Sense of Accomplishment is the Best Souvenir!

Once you have cleared the missions for each attractions, you will receive a "License Card" ! It's the perfect memento of your visit to Suzuka Circuit Park and your attempts at various missions! Furthermore, some attractions are offers different levels, so by bringing this license card with you on your next visit, you can challenge the next level, making it a very useful card. You can also take the license card you received to the "License Center" or the "Menkyo Center" in the park to receive a cool license card with your own photo on it. (*Additional fee required for issuing plastic cards.)

Some attractions also hand out a "Result Sheet" that give a more specific description of your driving skills. Here's a little tip! "Kart Attacker", one of the attractions where you can get a result sheet, operates on a timed reservation system, so we recommend making a reservation online in advance! Kart Attacker is operated in two levels, the "Debut Stage" and the "Attack Stage", and to challenge the Attack Stage you will need a result paper showing that you cleared the standard time in the Debut Stage, or a plastic license card with your photo (B license or above). Advance reservations will make it easier to progress to the Attack Stage! (*A park passport or attractions ticket is required to use the attractions .)

[ENGLISH] Check here for more information & reservation (Kart Attacker)

"What if I don't get any single license card all day?" There's no need to worry! Even riding a vehicle requires a lot of courage for younger children. As a first announcement of such a challenge, some rides for families with small children will give out "Ride Commemorative Cards" that can be used to commemorate the ride itself.

Summer Brings Brave Challenges to the Water Park

In the summer, you can enjoy splashing around in the water at the summer-only "Water Park Aqua Adventure". The water park has everything from a baby pool where even young kids can splash around safely, to slides that are popular with adults, so just like an amusement park, it can be enjoyed by people of all ages. There are also missions hidden in the water park, and those who complete them will receive a special mark! Will you be able to get your hands on one?

Shop with a Huge Collection of Motorsports Merchandise and Local Specialties!

If you're visiting a theme park, you'll want to pick up some exclusive souvenirs. Suzuka Circuit offers a wide range of products at seven year-round operating stores, each with a different theme, from original items featuring the official logo and course layout, to stores selling park character gifts and toys such as radio-controlled cars, to stores selling luxury racing team merchandise and ornamental diecast cars for adult rac fans. There are also stores inside the hotel and near the Main Gate, so even those who aren't planning on entering the park or who forgot to buy souvenirs can enjoy Suzuka Circuit's best-selling selection. (*Store locations and products may change without notice.)

Suzuka Circuit is the number one motorsports mecca in Japan, but Mie Prefecture, where the Circuit is located, has long been famous for its rich nature and has been called as "Umashikuni" (Country of Delights). In addition to private brand products with car and racing theme, the park also sells local specialties that use various auhtentic ingredients such as matcha green tea, Matsusaka beef, Ise lobster, sea salt, and citrus fruits. One of the most popular items is the unusual "Tire-dark Dried Squid" ! When a car runs on a course at high speed, the outside of the tire is worn down due to high temperatures and friction, and it leaves some debris that falls from the tire to the ground — This is what the Tire-dark Dried Squid wanted to be like! Suzuka Circuit sells a very interesting souvenir that reproduces the color and shape of tire debris using dried squied; it perfectly looks like one of the debris, but it is actually safe and super delicious. Would you like to have some?

Tire-dark Dried Squid is delicious when eaten as is, but here at Suzuka Circuit, there is another way to taste it. At "GRAN VIEW", a stylish course-side restaurant where you can enjoy Italian food while looking down on the Racing Course that spreads out around the final corner, you can enjoy "Tire-dark Dried Squid pizza". One more thing you might want to know is that, GRAN VIEW's gelato also tastes very authentic and is highly recommended.

Other food services include "Bun Bun's Pancake Shop" where park's original honey-bee character "Bun Bun" serves handmade pancakes, and "Putti Town Kitchen", where the main mascot "KOCHIRA" is enthusiastically developing menu. You also have another option called "SUZUKA-ZE", where you can experience the unique dining in the backyard of the Racing Course at Suzuka Circuit. There are also plenty of snacks to eat on the go, such as churros and popcorn, which are indispensable at amusement parks. (*The operation status of restaurants may change depending on the day.)

Relax Surrounded by Mie's Lush Nature!

After having fun with motorsports and park attractions during the day, relax at the resort in the evening. "Suzuka Circuit Hotel" offers rooms to suit a variety of needs, from the "Family Room" where guests with small children can stay with peace of mind, to the two-story "Maisonette Room" that is perfect for three generations of families and other groups. The adjacent "Suzuka Circuit Family Camp" offers a wide range of accommodation options to suit your needs, including an option for first-time campers to come empty-handed and enjoy camping with ease.

At the hotel restaurant, Japanese, Western and Chinese chefs use their respective traditional cooking methods to bring out the best in carefully selected ingredients from Mie Prefecture, and guests can enjoy a variety of dishes to their heart's content in an environment that is comfortable even for families with small children.

Another thing to do is the recently opened "Natural Hot Spiring THE SPA". The high-quality alkaline hot spring water, the architecture that makes generous use of wood from Mie Prefecture, and the original amenities that use Matsusaka Marche's Japanese black tea will melt away the fatigue of your travels. THE SPA is also available to those not staying overnight, so even if you're just visiting the park for the day, you can also come and relieve your fatigue.

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A Special Plan to Enjoy Suzuka Circuit at the Most!

Here we introduce a special accommodation plan that allows you to fully enjoy Suzuka Circuit from the park to the resort. With this special plan, you can take a break in the comfortable, air-conditioned "Circuit View Lounge – VIP Suite" that overlooks the starting point of the Racing Course , while enjoying drink and the History Gallery. In addition, in the summer, there will be a plan that allows you to enjoy the water park, so look forward to it!

[JAPANESE] Check here for more information & reservation (Special Hotel Package)

Access Information

From Nagoya

You can take the train from Kintetsu Nagoya Station to Shiroko station or Hiratacho station, then use the Mie Kotsu bus. If you walk from Shiroko station or Hiratacho station, it will take about an hour. You can also take the JR or Ise Railway from Nagoya Station to Suzuka Circuit Ino station and then walk to the Circuit. In this case, it will take about 30 minutes from the station.

From Osaka

From Kintetsu Osaka Namba Station, take the express train bound for Kintetsu Nagoya to Shiroko station or Hiratacho station, then take a Mie Kotsu bus. Or, it takes about an hour to walk from Shiroko station Hiratacho station.

From Tokyo

After coming to Nagoya Station by Shinkansen or other train, you can take a train from Kintetsu Nagoya Station to Shiroko station or Hiratacho station, and then use a Mie Kotsu bus. If you walk from Shiroko station or Hiratacho station, it will take about an hour. You can also take the JR or Ise Railway from Nagoya Station to Suzuka Circuit Ino station and then walk to the venue. In this case, it will take about 30 minutes from the station.

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Suzuka Circuit

7992 Mie Prefecture, Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture, 510-0295

Founded in 1961, we have been cultivating the Mobility Culture, promoting motorsports, and developing human resources. Based on the beliefvof Soichiro Honda, the founder of Honda Motor, that “Without competing in races, we won't be able to improve our cars.” the circuit opened in 1962 as Japan's first full-scale racing course. 60 years since its opening, Suzuka Circuit has constantly been improved, also adding facilities including the theme park following the concept of Takeo Fujisawa reflecting his belief that visitors themselves should enjoy driving. Todays, we are also aiming to contribute to the local economy through the development of products based on industry-academia-government partnerships and beneficial use of local traditions and materials. In Suzuka Circuit Park, we offer attractions for every age—from rides for aged 0 infants, to vehicles our young guests can steer and control themselves from age 3, and immersive motorsports experiences for adults. Also, you can relax at our natural hot spring with architecture and amenities crafted from Mie-grown wood and local specialties, dine on local and traditional authentic cuisine, and enjoy themed rooms or first commer-friendly family camp in Suzuka Circuit Hotel. We invite you to discover Mobility Culture and Central Japan here at Suzuka Circuit.