Suzuka Circuit
Suzuka Circuit
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Since its establishment in 1962 as Japan’s first full-fledged racing course, the center of Japanese motorsports has been Suzuka Circuit. Its amusement park, Motopia, offers plenty of riding and driving fun for young children. This motorsports entertainment arena with its focus on racing attracts a wide range of people from all over the world, from children to adults. For excitement that moves you, look no further.
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Chi Yin L
Australia2 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
For friends who are very passionate about F1 racing, this place must be reached. You can ride an electric car on the real F1 track. It is a very good and full of fantasy thing. My son had a great time and played two turns. Just compare the location. There is no problem driving in remote areas. If you take public transportation, be sure to book the time. It is very fun and worth it.
Written April 1, 2024
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IndoTrader
Jakarta, Indonesia57 contributions
Oct 2014 • Couples
We have been to eight F1 venues in 3 continents, but this was by far the most effective and well organized. We bought the Kinteksu Rail Pass in Kansai and stayed in Nagoya (Hotel Richmond, excellent.) This was convenient, but there is really not much to see in Nagoya, so next time we might decide to stay closer to Shiroko – such as Yokkaichi or Tsu. But if you like the shopping in Nagoya, the Kinteksu Rail Pass gives you three vouchers for Limited Express to Shiroko Station, which are faster trains with reserved seats. On Friday and Saturday you can book these as you arrive at the station; on race day, you might want to reserve a seat a day or two before at a train that fits your schedule and pace (run to station straight after the race or stay on and enjoy a Japanese snack). Buses go between the Shiroko station and Suzuka every 2-3 minutes (400 yen one way). On Sunday we travelled onwards to Kyoto, and left our bags at the Suzuka Tourist Information just outside the station, which was so convinent. We sat at Row 8 on the B grandstand, which is just under a roof, which was convenient since it rained all day. The B grandstand overlooks Corner One, the main overtaking section on the circuit, so we had prime view of Hamilton’s epical overtaking of Rosberg, as well as his hitting the wall on FP3. Without any doubt the best place to sit. Commentating is all in Japanese, but I have the F1 App on my iPhone which provides free commentators, so I used my earphones to listen to the race, and the tragedy with Bianchi.
Written October 11, 2014
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Warren W
9 contributions
Jul 2016 • Friends
The Suzuka 8 hour motorcycle race is really designed for Japanese people only.
I had wanted to see this race all. my life and finally done it this year. If I didn't know anyone at the race, I would have been really disappointed. My tickets were a disaster. I bought them through their local ticket agency called Lawson Ticket. The biggest mistake I could have made. Not only do they not understand English, the people at the main ticket window that issue them when you get there don't speak English and are no help. So there I am, I paid for 3 X top level tickets to the V2 section to get out of the nasty summer sun, and I had no one to give me the tickets I paid for. I tried to re purchase but were told they were sold out. You can imagine my disappointment after travelling half way around the world to watch my dream race, paying for tickets and they are there but not being able to get them because the people working in the tickets booth don't understand me? Come on. Surely an event like this would have some level of catering for a tourist? NO they don't. So unless you speak and understand Japanese fluently, you are not welcome according to Lawson Ticketing. The baking sun meant it unbearable to sit anywhere you could see the race. I'm lucky I knew someone inside the pits. But I write this to anyone thinking of going there. It's a nightmare.
I could write a hundred good things about my trip, but it's the Real bad ones that matter when passing on some info to people wanting to do a trip.
DO NOT BUY TICKETS THROUGH LAWSON TICKET
I had wanted to see this race all. my life and finally done it this year. If I didn't know anyone at the race, I would have been really disappointed. My tickets were a disaster. I bought them through their local ticket agency called Lawson Ticket. The biggest mistake I could have made. Not only do they not understand English, the people at the main ticket window that issue them when you get there don't speak English and are no help. So there I am, I paid for 3 X top level tickets to the V2 section to get out of the nasty summer sun, and I had no one to give me the tickets I paid for. I tried to re purchase but were told they were sold out. You can imagine my disappointment after travelling half way around the world to watch my dream race, paying for tickets and they are there but not being able to get them because the people working in the tickets booth don't understand me? Come on. Surely an event like this would have some level of catering for a tourist? NO they don't. So unless you speak and understand Japanese fluently, you are not welcome according to Lawson Ticketing. The baking sun meant it unbearable to sit anywhere you could see the race. I'm lucky I knew someone inside the pits. But I write this to anyone thinking of going there. It's a nightmare.
I could write a hundred good things about my trip, but it's the Real bad ones that matter when passing on some info to people wanting to do a trip.
DO NOT BUY TICKETS THROUGH LAWSON TICKET
Written August 14, 2016
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DPG1234
54 contributions
Oct 2016 • Friends
My group of friends have now established an annual F1 group trip to a long haul destination, this was our second outing after Sepang (KL Maylasia) last year.
We made a week of it and commuted from Tokyo to Nagoya, closet city to Suzuka, using the bullet train which took 2 hrs. We had 3 night stay in Nagoya which was busy and rooms were hard to come by so book well in advance. Suzuka itself is a 50 min taxi ride which we decided to take over the train which we thought would be a better option due to the large crowds on the train. The cost was around £200, taxi's in Japan are expensive.
The circuit itself is fantastic and we had seats on the start/finish line which set us back £400 each. The weather held good and the showers held off, even though we were in the grandstand it was uncovered so we would have endured a soaking if it rained. There are plenty of food stalls on the track and places to get a beer and you can take these onto the stand, beer was about £6 a pint.
As with all Grand Prix's it was an international event and there were lots of fans from all over the world. The Japanese are great hosts and when you arrive at the circuit you're made very welcome. We were supporting Lewis and were disappointed with the result but the whole day was fantastic and the circuit is well planned out.
We made a week of it and commuted from Tokyo to Nagoya, closet city to Suzuka, using the bullet train which took 2 hrs. We had 3 night stay in Nagoya which was busy and rooms were hard to come by so book well in advance. Suzuka itself is a 50 min taxi ride which we decided to take over the train which we thought would be a better option due to the large crowds on the train. The cost was around £200, taxi's in Japan are expensive.
The circuit itself is fantastic and we had seats on the start/finish line which set us back £400 each. The weather held good and the showers held off, even though we were in the grandstand it was uncovered so we would have endured a soaking if it rained. There are plenty of food stalls on the track and places to get a beer and you can take these onto the stand, beer was about £6 a pint.
As with all Grand Prix's it was an international event and there were lots of fans from all over the world. The Japanese are great hosts and when you arrive at the circuit you're made very welcome. We were supporting Lewis and were disappointed with the result but the whole day was fantastic and the circuit is well planned out.
Written October 19, 2016
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Dawid K
Brussels, Belgium615 contributions
Oct 2014 • Business
Wonderful experience, and really wonderful people. The Japanese culture has my respect. I have a love for Japan as a whole, and the Japanese people. Thank you for making my experience one to remember =D
Written July 13, 2015
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ericiwh
34 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
First of all, I would like to express my appreciation of the staff in the information center since my son lost his favourites sun glasses during his visit to the circuit challenger. We went to the information center to seek for assistance. Although they cannot help to find it straight away but then they asked a staff from the Challenger to come over to the center to help. Her name is Kondo San and she carefully listened the situation but still able to find it. Then we left our contact information to her.
Fortunately, she contacted us the next day and told us that she able to find it. She even arranged deliver to the hotel that we stayed in Nagoya. When my son received it, he is super excited and happy.
Once again, thank you very much for the all the staff in information center and Kondo San. Keep it up!!
Fortunately, she contacted us the next day and told us that she able to find it. She even arranged deliver to the hotel that we stayed in Nagoya. When my son received it, he is super excited and happy.
Once again, thank you very much for the all the staff in information center and Kondo San. Keep it up!!
Written September 3, 2018
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Arash
Ängelholm, Sweden211 contributions
Oct 2017
My first time on this circuit. Really well organized and no problem at all to get to the track with train. After the station only 30min walk to the track.
The food trucks on the circuit was one the best compared to all other F1 races I have been.
The only negative issue is the seats. I like to seat on the first corner after the straight to see the takeover but on this circuit there no seat number available. You get only a bench to seat on and no numbers. Also only rooftop section is on the main straight. To take in consideration more then half of the time there will be rain on this track.
Overall very pleased with the visit.
The food trucks on the circuit was one the best compared to all other F1 races I have been.
The only negative issue is the seats. I like to seat on the first corner after the straight to see the takeover but on this circuit there no seat number available. You get only a bench to seat on and no numbers. Also only rooftop section is on the main straight. To take in consideration more then half of the time there will be rain on this track.
Overall very pleased with the visit.
Written October 21, 2017
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blank_frackis
Glasgow, Scotland379 contributions
Oct 2017 • Couples
We went to watch the Japanese grand prix and it was a genuinely brilliant weekend. I'd consider myself a casual fan of formula one who watches races and follows results, but isn't obsessive about it and watches other sports on a more regular basis. I was with my girlfriend who knew essentially nothing about formula one but is quite open-minded to going to events like this. I had a brilliant time and to my slight surprise my girlfriend enjoyed it just as much as I did.
I think the real thing that separates Suzuka from other sporting events I've been to is the sense that you're not just going to a sporting event, but to a kind of festival/holiday park environment in which there are a load of other attractions beyond the race itself. Within the circuit itself there are a lot of places to eat/drink, the famous big wheel which is free if you have a race ticket and well worth it, go-karting, an interactive movie/ride theatre, numerous stalls and displays, and all kinds of talks/events and things going on, plus a nice theme park right next to the circuit that you also get free entry/rides included with a race ticket.
I really can't over-emphasise how much I enjoyed the whole weekend. It was a great atmosphere with loads to do and that's even if you completely ignore the race itself, which was of course the main attraction.
Things to keep in mind:
1. Getting accommodation nearby can be difficult. Even if you want to stay in Nagoya (which is a big city that might take you an hour to get to depending on where you are) expect to see no hotels available under 10,000 yen during the race weekend across the entire city. Book accommodation early (we ended up travelling every day from Osaka where we live as we couldn't find any accommodation).
2. If it's sunny then it can be baking hot so bring something to give you some shade (an umbrella is one option but could annoy people depending on where you're sitting; draping a towel round my head is what I ended up going with).
3. You'll walk a lot so keep this in mind when you're picking what to wear.
I think the real thing that separates Suzuka from other sporting events I've been to is the sense that you're not just going to a sporting event, but to a kind of festival/holiday park environment in which there are a load of other attractions beyond the race itself. Within the circuit itself there are a lot of places to eat/drink, the famous big wheel which is free if you have a race ticket and well worth it, go-karting, an interactive movie/ride theatre, numerous stalls and displays, and all kinds of talks/events and things going on, plus a nice theme park right next to the circuit that you also get free entry/rides included with a race ticket.
I really can't over-emphasise how much I enjoyed the whole weekend. It was a great atmosphere with loads to do and that's even if you completely ignore the race itself, which was of course the main attraction.
Things to keep in mind:
1. Getting accommodation nearby can be difficult. Even if you want to stay in Nagoya (which is a big city that might take you an hour to get to depending on where you are) expect to see no hotels available under 10,000 yen during the race weekend across the entire city. Book accommodation early (we ended up travelling every day from Osaka where we live as we couldn't find any accommodation).
2. If it's sunny then it can be baking hot so bring something to give you some shade (an umbrella is one option but could annoy people depending on where you're sitting; draping a towel round my head is what I ended up going with).
3. You'll walk a lot so keep this in mind when you're picking what to wear.
Written October 12, 2017
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Warren W
9 contributions
Jul 2017
Hi Again, I'm Learning each year some tricks to maximise the experience , 2017 was excellent. It's a shame more Japanese don't do Airbnb as this is the secret
In my opinion . We stayed with a lovely family and it was in walking distance to the track. I will ask again in 2018 if I can have the honour of staying there.
Anyways, here are are a few more tips I have learned.
1. To optimise your viewing (especially is you have travelled to Japan for this race) is this year and hopefully in 2018 there was an INFORMATION tent set up right at the back of the grandstand . Had a lovely English speaking person, so you could communicate. This tent also sold PADDOCK PASSES with this you can come and go under the tunnels in the main straight to garages and it really is the ultimate experience. They were about $230 Australian from memory.
The big benefit I stumbled across thanks to my traveling companion is that there is a section reserved in the grandstand for people with guest passes and paddock passes. It is in a great position although at the lower level without a roof .
If you read any of my last reviews on this, then ensure you have a umbrella for that Nasty sun . Fortunately 2017 was over cast and I even used it for 2 minutes of rain.
So you can come and go to there to watch the start and end . I sat there for 8 hours !! Loved it. Bar and toilet only 20 metres away outside the monitored entry. Those 4 beers went down well in the twilight hours of the race. Don't let the hate person tell you you can't go there, because you can if you have the paddock or paddock guest passes.
2. Don't take an umbrella to Japan. 7/11 have good white ones for $5
3. If you have a favourite team, they will have their tent. It's a good idea to buy anything on the Friday or Saturday as your legs won't be up to walking around as much in the Sunday . Save this just for the race.
4. If you want to go on pit lane walks and gather posters signed or not , my mistake was not to have something solid to put them in so they stay pristine until you get back to your country. So bring a purposely built pice of tubing such as plumbers pipe with caps. Make it about as long as your bag , about 500mm. Roll up your treasures and place them in this solid tube.
You wont retreat lumping this tube around as there I many you can take home . I still kept mine pristine without the tube , but gee it took some mental strain looking out for this bag.
5. Most major teams have a fan / team photo out near their tents. The camera man gets high in a ladder, so ask the tent what day and time is the team photo on . Learn to ask that In japanese so you get it right and don't miss the photo like I did. Jump in and try to get your noggin shown.
6. Really important to wear good walking shoes that won't rub in the heat and sweat.
7.if you are into the posters and signatures, Carry that tube around with you till the death. I had several posters with 2 signatures but not 3 riders. Not often do they all come out at once. So , after regretting a few missing ones , guess what ? After the race when we went back to the garages to watch every team member " come down " they are there and happy to sign . So don't give up.
8. If you really are passionate about that photo with your favourite and ask someone to take the pic, Rush in and check the phot quickly before your superstar disappears . Make sure the person that took it , did it right.
9. To be continued , after next race in 2018.
In my opinion . We stayed with a lovely family and it was in walking distance to the track. I will ask again in 2018 if I can have the honour of staying there.
Anyways, here are are a few more tips I have learned.
1. To optimise your viewing (especially is you have travelled to Japan for this race) is this year and hopefully in 2018 there was an INFORMATION tent set up right at the back of the grandstand . Had a lovely English speaking person, so you could communicate. This tent also sold PADDOCK PASSES with this you can come and go under the tunnels in the main straight to garages and it really is the ultimate experience. They were about $230 Australian from memory.
The big benefit I stumbled across thanks to my traveling companion is that there is a section reserved in the grandstand for people with guest passes and paddock passes. It is in a great position although at the lower level without a roof .
If you read any of my last reviews on this, then ensure you have a umbrella for that Nasty sun . Fortunately 2017 was over cast and I even used it for 2 minutes of rain.
So you can come and go to there to watch the start and end . I sat there for 8 hours !! Loved it. Bar and toilet only 20 metres away outside the monitored entry. Those 4 beers went down well in the twilight hours of the race. Don't let the hate person tell you you can't go there, because you can if you have the paddock or paddock guest passes.
2. Don't take an umbrella to Japan. 7/11 have good white ones for $5
3. If you have a favourite team, they will have their tent. It's a good idea to buy anything on the Friday or Saturday as your legs won't be up to walking around as much in the Sunday . Save this just for the race.
4. If you want to go on pit lane walks and gather posters signed or not , my mistake was not to have something solid to put them in so they stay pristine until you get back to your country. So bring a purposely built pice of tubing such as plumbers pipe with caps. Make it about as long as your bag , about 500mm. Roll up your treasures and place them in this solid tube.
You wont retreat lumping this tube around as there I many you can take home . I still kept mine pristine without the tube , but gee it took some mental strain looking out for this bag.
5. Most major teams have a fan / team photo out near their tents. The camera man gets high in a ladder, so ask the tent what day and time is the team photo on . Learn to ask that In japanese so you get it right and don't miss the photo like I did. Jump in and try to get your noggin shown.
6. Really important to wear good walking shoes that won't rub in the heat and sweat.
7.if you are into the posters and signatures, Carry that tube around with you till the death. I had several posters with 2 signatures but not 3 riders. Not often do they all come out at once. So , after regretting a few missing ones , guess what ? After the race when we went back to the garages to watch every team member " come down " they are there and happy to sign . So don't give up.
8. If you really are passionate about that photo with your favourite and ask someone to take the pic, Rush in and check the phot quickly before your superstar disappears . Make sure the person that took it , did it right.
9. To be continued , after next race in 2018.
Written September 14, 2017
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M7204UErichardl
Leeds18 contributions
Oct 2016 • Family
Great viewing circuit, easy to commute from Nagoya to Suzuka by train on either the "Express" or "Limited Express" both going to the same destination during the GP. a little confusing at first but basically the Limited Express get there faster in around 45/50mins and the Express around 10 minutes slower as it stops at more stations. The Limited Express - you must have a reserved seat ticket to travel, however you can board as we did on the return journey and pay the up-charge on board to avoid the crowds taking pot luck as to whether a seat is available.
Once at Suzuka there is a short 15 minute Bus ride to the circuit, from one of the many waiting for you in both directions.
From Suzuka to the circuit is so well organised and orderly and a joy to behold! Just like queuing for a ride at Disney. We had pre-paid tickets from F1 and access was very straightforward as was our "roving grandstand" pass for practice and the GP. Having experienced this type of pass at the British GP, we were expecting exactly the same style of seating. I was a little disappointed by the "roving grandstands", as they were more akin to poorly maintained grass banks with a few bits of wood. This was not very Japanese, since everything else was so well kept, modern and thoughtful. Suzuka-You can do better. I paid an upgrade, as this was a special occasion, to one of the fixed grandstands, which were solid wood and without cover.
Selection of food is amazing and many different options to choose from. Toilets are spotless, clean and accessible.
Exit from the circuit was again very well organised and thought-out
Suzuka Circuit for any "petrol heads" is a truly wonderful circuit to see F1. There is a fun fair, which we did not visit on site and go-karting as you enter the circuit.
Good tip to go early on GP day to miss the rush. Transport works very well and is pretty easy to understand, provided you plan well!
Once at Suzuka there is a short 15 minute Bus ride to the circuit, from one of the many waiting for you in both directions.
From Suzuka to the circuit is so well organised and orderly and a joy to behold! Just like queuing for a ride at Disney. We had pre-paid tickets from F1 and access was very straightforward as was our "roving grandstand" pass for practice and the GP. Having experienced this type of pass at the British GP, we were expecting exactly the same style of seating. I was a little disappointed by the "roving grandstands", as they were more akin to poorly maintained grass banks with a few bits of wood. This was not very Japanese, since everything else was so well kept, modern and thoughtful. Suzuka-You can do better. I paid an upgrade, as this was a special occasion, to one of the fixed grandstands, which were solid wood and without cover.
Selection of food is amazing and many different options to choose from. Toilets are spotless, clean and accessible.
Exit from the circuit was again very well organised and thought-out
Suzuka Circuit for any "petrol heads" is a truly wonderful circuit to see F1. There is a fun fair, which we did not visit on site and go-karting as you enter the circuit.
Good tip to go early on GP day to miss the rush. Transport works very well and is pretty easy to understand, provided you plan well!
Written November 17, 2016
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What is the best option to visit on F1 weekend I have the JR pass.
Written September 3, 2019
Is the backyard tour offered in English?
Written April 27, 2019
Hi, we were planning on visiting the amusement park with a kid aged 13....just wondering how long it would take?
Written March 28, 2019
Katerina V
Sydney, Australia
We’re planning on attending the F1 this year (from Australia) and wanted to ask the best website to buy tickets from?
Worried about purchasing tickets at resellers prices. And not sure on the process when buying through the Suzuka Circuit site. Is this the official site with RRP prices? And are you able to choose your seats or are they allocated for you?
Written March 11, 2019
Hi
What time did the f1 gp start and how often do the trains to nagoya run?
Written January 19, 2019
Hi,
May i know the estimation of duration to play here until we satisfy (The Motopia Amusement Park)?
Is two hours gonna be enough, or gonna need full day?
Thanks a lot
Written September 11, 2018
I have booked a room at Suzuka circuit hotel, what is the entrance fees for motopia? And the opening hours in July? Do I need to reserve it in advance?
Written April 19, 2018
What's the recommended or best way to purchase tickets to the F1 race if the website indicates sold out? Are there third party entities that have them or is it possible to purchase at the track?
Written October 4, 2017
the F-1 race(2017) has already ended.
but the F-1 racetickets(2018) start selling on early March.
Please check this out !!
Written February 26, 2018
Has anyone on here visited Suzuka not on a race weekend or any event but as an experience? I was wandering if anyone been to "Racing Theater" and is it far from the citcuit itself? Also, is the race shown in english or only in japanese?
Thank you
Written January 10, 2017
Sorry I haven't been to there, but I can say that The front gate to Suzuka circuit is actually a theme park and after googling it I see that's where it is located. The park It's not a that flash but it serves its purpose to make the kids smile. Not really for adults. however now you have drawn my attention to this new building, I look forward to checking it out. Just what Suzuka Circut needed, something new. I will be checking back to see if anyone has been inside .
If it's your first trip to Japan, you should go there if you like Motorsport!
Written January 11, 2017
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