VENUE GUIDE
Getting there
Suzuka International Racing Course, Suzuka
By the F1 Weekend team · Sources: Formula 1 timetable (gate times estimated from it)
The 2026 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka International Racing Course runs three days — Friday through Sunday, March 27–29. Suzuka Circuit is carved into a forested hillside outside Nagoya — one of F1's greatest and most technical tracks. Between sessions, slip away to Ise Grand Shrine (a UNESCO-listed Shinto pilgrimage site), a Kyoto temple, or a ramen shop in downtown Nagoya. With Nagoya 50 minutes by Kintetsu train and Kyoto just 35 minutes further by Shinkansen, over 40 curated experiences across 5 categories — Food, Culture, Adventure, Day Trips, and Nightlife — are matched to your session gaps. Use the AI itinerary builder to plan in 60 seconds, or browse by category.
How to get there
Kintetsu Railway
RecommendedTake the Kintetsu Limited Express from Nagoya or Osaka to Shirako Station. From Shirako, take the shuttle bus (20 mins) or walk (60 mins) to the circuit. This is the most popular and efficient route.
JR East / Ise Railway
Take the JR "Mie" Rapid service to Suzuka Circuit Ino Station. This station is the closest walk to the circuit (20 mins), but trains are infrequent and extremely crowded on race day.
Taxi
Taxis are available from Shirako Station. Expect long queues during peak times. A taxi from central Nagoya is possible but expensive (approx. ¥15,000 - ¥20,000).
Drive
LimitedParking at the circuit is sold by lottery or pre-sale months in advance. Local private lots are available but fill up by 7:00 AM. Traffic around Suzuka is legendary — public transport is highly encouraged.
Estimated gate times
Estimated: about 2 hours before the first track action each day. Check your ticket for the official gate times.
Friday
First on track: Free Practice 1 11:30:00
Saturday
First on track: Free Practice 3 11:30:00
F1: Qualifying 15:00:00
Sunday
First on track: Grand Prix 14:00:00
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