SUZUKA CHAMPION CUP RACE

Famous drivers also
started their careers here
A prestigious introductory race series

What is the SUZUKA CHAMPION CUP RACE...

The traditional participatory race at SUZUKA CIRCUIT, now held under a new name starting from the 2025 season, is the "SUZUKA CHAMPION CUP RACE." Its origins trace back to the "Suzuka Silver Cup" series in 1968, followed by the "Suzuka Freshman Trophy" in 1988, and the "Clubman Race" series starting in 1996, weaving a history of over 50 years. Throughout this long history, many competitions and renowned drivers have emerged from here at SUZUKA.

Some of the race categories that make up the "SUZUKA CHAMPION CUP RACE" include race series that also compete at other circuits, but the main categories will compete for the series championship here at SUZUKA CIRCUIT.

One of the attractions of the "SUZUKA CHAMPION CUP RACE" is the variety of categories held, including the entry-level category "Super FJ," the new vehicle introduced in 2015 called "Formula Enjoy," the "FIT1.5 Challenge Cup" where competitors showcase their skills using FIT, and the appealing lightweight and compact body and engine categories like "VITA" and "v.Granz."

In all categories, many drivers participate, making it easy to obtain race information and maintenance information. This race series is very accessible not only for young drivers aiming to become future top drivers but also for "weekend racers."

2025 Event Schedule

Round 1: February 22 (Sat) - 23 (Sun, Holiday) Full Course
Round 2: May 10 (Sat) - 11 (Sun) Full Course
Round 3: July 12 (Sat) - 13 (Sun) Full Course
Round 4: October 4 (Sat) - 5 (Sun) Full Course
Final Round: December 6 (Sat) ・ 7 (Sun) Full Course

Gate opening time is here

Information for Participants

Information on regulations, bulletins, timetables, entry lists, and more can be found here!

Information

12/24/2024: The provisional calendar for 2025 and the event categories have been released (PDF: 596KB)

Held Races

Event Category

Super FJ (S-FJ): An entry-level formula car established as a successor category to FJ1600.
A class with many drivers aiming to step up to higher categories such as FIA-F4.
FIT 1.5 Challenge Cup: Honda FIT one-make race. A beginner class for Motorsports that anyone can easily and enjoyably start.
Formula Enjoy: A "low cost," "equal conditions," and "enjoy" (enjoyment) are the keywords for a "fun formula" that allows racing beginners to strongly experience the joy of driving.
F-Be: It is a middle formula, a unique category in Japan following F3, and a class that has become established in Japan.
Only the tires are one-make, and since the selection of the engine and chassis is free, the total machine setup becomes important.
VITA: One-make race of VITA
A class where you can participate safely and at low cost with the authentic machine "VITA-01" born as a racing car.
v.Granz: Held as the CS2 class since 2016, and as the v.Granz class starting in 2024.
A class where the ultimate machine, created through the relentless efforts of the development team armed with construction technology gained from 50 years of history, competes.