2025/04/25
Understand the Suzuka 8 Hours in 1 Minute!
Part 1: Overview
"What is Hachitai?" A Beginner’s Guide!

The Suzuka 8 hours endurance race, abbreviated as the "Suzuka 8 Hours." In 2024, a total of 56,000 people gathered for this Suzuka 8 Hours event.

As one of Japan's largest motorcycle races, it attracts machines from top manufacturers worldwide, including Japanese makers Honda, YAMAHA, SUZUKI, and Kawasaki, as well as Italy's Ducati and Germany's BMW, making it a race that draws attention from around the globe.

With goals such as winning, placing in the top ranks, or simply finishing, about 50 teams gather from all over Japan and overseas.
The race starts at 11:30 a.m. Aiming for 7:30 p.m., eight hours later, an unscripted drama unfolds as teams overcome any troubles and strive to reach the finish line.
We hope you experience the unique atmosphere that can only be found at the Suzuka 8 Hours.
