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2026 Formula Drift Japan Sportsland Sugo

Sportsland SUGO, Murata, Japan11–12 Jul 2026Weekend

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Why You Should Go

Round 4 of Japan's Formula Drift Championship on a hillside circuit with 70-meter elevation changes.

Format

2-day drift event

Crowd

petrolheads & diehards

Vibe

High-energy

About This Event

Japan's premier professional drifting championship since 2014, running tandem elimination across six rounds per season with three concurrent divisions — Formula Drift Japan, FDJ2, and FDJ3. Round 4 takes place on Sportsland SUGO's 3.7km hillside circuit, a demanding layout with 70 metres of elevation change per lap, 13 corners including the high-speed S-Curve descent, and limited run-off squeezed between the Murata landscape.

1What to Expect

Tandem elimination format with two runs per battle, each driver leading once
Chase drivers mimic lead line, angle, pace and transitions while maintaining close proximity
Judged on execution, style comprising initiation, angle and transitions
Hillside terrain creates natural amphitheater effect with strong visibility from grandstands

About the Venue

Race Tracks

Sportsland Sugo

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2Logistics

  • Sendai Airport located 30 minutes east offers international flights and Tokyo connections
  • Circuit sits 40 minutes from Sendai center; Tohoku Shinkansen connects Tokyo in 90 minutes
  • By car take Tohoku Expressway to Murata junction then Route 31 south
  • No accommodation on-site; nearby hotel options in Sendai, Iwanuma or Natori

3Frequently Asked Questions

  • Best fit if you enjoy championship drifting: Round 4 of six-round Formula Drift Japan series, mid-season positioning affects title chase, premier professional drifting competition determines national champions.
  • Best fit if you value challenging circuits: Sportsland SUGO's 70-meter elevation changes, hillside setting creates technical course testing vehicle setup, driver commitment through limited run-off demanding precise tandem battles.
  • Best fit if you like grassroots car culture: Three concurrent divisions (Formula Drift Japan, FDJ2, FDJ3) run same weekend showcasing premier through developmental talent, multi-tier structure welcomes drift fans of all ages.
  • Not ideal if you prefer convenient urban events: Rural Murata location requires 40km drive from Sendai with limited local accommodation options, remote hillside circuit demands dedicated travel planning rather than city-center accessibility.

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