Round 3 · 2026

Japanese Grand Prix

Suzuka International Racing Course

Suzuka, Japan · 27 Mar–29 Mar, 2026

The 2026 Japanese Grand Prix has finished. The 2027 dates appear here as soon as F1 publishes next season's calendar; the travel guide below stays useful for next year.

By the F1 Weekend team · Sources: Formula 1 timetable (Jolpica F1 API)

Weekend Schedule

All sessions, times & timetable

Experiences

Curated activities for every session gap

Getting There

Transport, parking & gate times

Tips & FAQ

Weather, budget, tips & FAQ

Plan my weekend

Your sessions + things to do around them

Looking for things to do between sessions? Browse Suzuka F1 2026 experiences — curated activities matched to every session gap in the weekend.

Why Suzuka Is the Perfect F1 City

The 2026 Japanese Grand Prix timetable covers the full weekend track schedule, including details of all practice and qualifying sessions, support races, press conferences and special events – plus, of course, that crucial Japanese GP start time.

Suzuka International Racing Course — Track Map

Round

3 of 24

Dates

27 Mar–29 Mar

Circuit

Suzuka International Racing Course

City

Suzuka, JP

Race Laps

53

Circuit Length

5.807 km

Data Insights from the 2025 Race

Based on historical data from the 2025 Japan Grand Prix via OpenF1, here is what to expect at Suzuka International Racing Course in 2025.

2025 Top Speed

311 km/h

2025 Fastest Lap

1:30.965

Winning Strategy

1-stop

*Data reflects the 2025 Japan Grand Prix, sourced from the OpenF1 API. This is an unofficial community project.

Japanese Grand Prix 2026: FAQ

What is F1 Weekend?
F1 Weekend is a travel companion for the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka (March 27–29). It curates 40+ activities — from Ise Grand Shrine visits to Kyoto day trips and Nagoya food tours — matched to your session gaps so you can explore one of the world's most extraordinary countries without missing a single lap.
What are the best things to do during the Japanese GP weekend?
Top picks: Ise Grand Shrine guided visit (3–4 hrs, free entry + guide fee), Kyoto day trip via Shinkansen (Fushimi Inari + Arashiyama, full day), Nagoya food tour in Sakae district, sake brewery tour, Inuyama Castle (30 min from Nagoya), and Nagoya izakaya bar hop on Saturday evening after qualifying.
What can I do between F1 sessions at Suzuka?
Session gaps at Suzuka range from 2 hours (between morning/afternoon sessions) to 4+ hours in the evenings. The 3.5-hour Friday morning gap suits an Ise town excursion or Nagoya food tour. The 2-hour afternoon gaps fit a tea ceremony or local market visit. Evening gaps (4+ hours after FP2/qualifying) are perfect for Nagoya dining and izakayas.
When is the Japanese Grand Prix 2026?
March 27–29, 2026 at Suzuka International Racing Course. FP1 Friday 11:30 JST, FP2 Friday 15:00 JST, FP3 Saturday 11:30 JST, Qualifying Saturday 15:00 JST, Race Sunday 14:00 JST.
How do I get to Suzuka Circuit?
Take the Kintetsu Nagoya Line from Nagoya Station to Kintetsu Shirako Station (50 minutes, ~¥700), then shuttle bus or 15-minute walk to the circuit. From Osaka or Kyoto: Kintetsu Osaka/Kyoto lines connect to Shirako with a change at Kintetsu Nagoya. JR Shinkansen does not serve the circuit directly.
How much do Japanese GP experiences cost?
From free (Ise Grand Shrine grounds, castle parks) to ¥30,000+ for private tea ceremony and cultural experiences. Most guided tours cost ¥5,000–¥15,000 per person. A typical Friday — Kintetsu train to Nagoya (¥700), ramen lunch (¥1,200), food tour (¥10,000), izakaya dinner (¥4,000) — runs around ¥16,000 all-in.
What's the weather like in Japan in late March?
Late March in the Suzuka/Nagoya area: 12–18°C (54–64°F), spring conditions, often partly cloudy. Cherry blossom season may coincide with race weekend. Mornings are cool (7–10°C) — pack a light jacket. Rain is possible. The circuit sits on a hillside and can be breezy; bring an extra layer for grandstand sessions.
Can I enjoy the Japanese GP without a circuit ticket?
Yes. Suzuka City and the surrounding region have rich culture independently of the race. Ise Grand Shrine (free entry), Nagoya Castle (¥500), and the Okage Yokocho street in Ise town are all self-contained. Nagoya's food and nightlife scene is one of Japan's best regional capitals. Watch the race from an F1 fan venue or a sports bar in Nagoya city.