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- Richard CBishops Stortford, UK112 contributionsWe went for the Japan Cup which is a huge Race and which attracts enormous crowds ( this year was the lowest at around 90,000 but one year nearly 190,000 turned up ) and the atmosphere is fantastic.
This pace is huge and you never really notice the number of spectators until the big race when it gets a bit crowded but you will still find a spot with a good view.
The paddock is at the back of the grandstand and after the race the winning horse and jockey go to the Winners Circle in between the track and the grandstand at the front.
Admission is just 200 yen ( around £1.50 !! ) and certainly for this day by going to the information desk you could get an English racecard and a handy gadget for holding over the betting tickets so you easily see what boxes to fill out for the bets you wanted.
There are food options everywhere, a museum and a gift shop the size of a small supermarket.
If you like Horse Racing you cannot fail to enjoy a day out here.Written November 30, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - flactemnadObihiro, Japan11 contributionsObihiro now holds the only draft horse races in Japan. Draft horses, once the power that made farming in Hokkaido possible, can show their power. A slower-paced race that incorporates strategies like brief resting and surging to pull ahead for the win. Definitely worth a visit to see these magnificent animals and their strength!Written October 2, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Cynthia6 contributionsA very enjoyable experience. I love going to the races in Australia and was quite excited to be able to attend a race meet in Kyoto. I was fortunate to be there for a Group 1 race. I would thoroughly recommend a visit for anyone who is a regular race goer, because even though very little English is spoken everyone is helpful and extremely kind and courteous.Written December 4, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- hweeyingJohor Bahru, Malaysia4,454 contributionsWe came on 12th Nov for Christmas light show but only found out it will be start on 16th. So we just looking around and watch the horse race. This is my first time watching live horse race, very interesting.
Visited on Nov 2019.Written November 16, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - albertosR7320AZTakarazuka, Japan136 contributionsI love horses and my house is so closed to the races place! Just five minutes by bike! Lose or win was not my pursue! Just watched those beautiful horses!Written August 16, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Arun714Hokkaido, Japan103 contributionsThe Hakodate Racetrack is always crowded in the summer season. The Japanese people love tp see the beautiful horses and the wide open lush green turf racetrack. Ofcourse placing a few bets is always exciting. The horses are bred on stud farms in the Tokachi and Chitose areas in Hokkaido and horse racing is here to stay!Written January 13, 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Low CSingapore, Singapore957 contributionsThis summer the horse racing started from 28 July to 2 September. Today is free entry for ladies.
Take JR to Soen station and take free shuttle bus to the Racecourse. Entry free is JPY100/ pax. Designated seats with shelter is JPY1,000/pax or JPY1,500/pax inclusive of entry fee.
Lot of people to have picnic on grass and enjoy the sunlight. Also take closure look to horses during their race.
There are lot of betting machines available in the building, just insert the tickets that marked your choices. Few machines in front also got pay out services, just insert the winning tickets and collect the money.
It is really a wonderful time to enjoy the summer and betting together with friends and family.Written July 29, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Justin SendaiSendai, Japan62 contributionsYou can't beat 100 yen entry fee. Watch performances aimed at families (singers, cartoon characters, comedians), view horses close-up as they parade around before the races, grab some food, and cheer on the horses during several different types of races.
I can't compare it to other courses, as this is the only one I have visited. It was fun to walk around. Surprisingly this place has a history of 100 years and is the only track in the Tohoku region. It pleasant walking around. I think it would be fun with friends drinking and chatting all day and using the races as an excuse.
There were several food choices, but seemed overly appealing. I want to try the upgrade seating and would like to see more food than just soba, curry, ramen, and your standard lunch menus slightly reduced in quality to speed up serving, and slightly increased in price for the venue. I didn't enjoy the Kitakata ramen I had there, but I loved it everywhere else I had it.Written May 3, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
