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Open-Wheel Racing

2026 Super Formula Round 4-5 Suzuka

Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka, Japan22–24 May 2026Weekend

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Why You Should Go

The world's second fastest racing series, after Formula One, on Suzuka's figure-eight layout.

Format

3-day race weekend

Crowd

Petrolheads & locals

Vibe

Family-friendly

About This Event

Japan's premier single-seater championship since 1973 — Super Formula fields identical Dallara SF23 chassis with Honda or Toyota power at speeds second only to Formula One. A double-header weekend on Suzuka's figure-eight layout, the only FIA Grade 1 circuit where the back straight passes over the front section by overpass.

1What to Expect

Two full-distance races over identical 31-lap distances with mandatory pit windows
Support categories include Formula Regional Japanese Championship and Super Formula Lights
Saturday and Sunday races held over the same lap count at standard distances
General admission permits unrestricted trackside movement around the figure-eight circuit layout

2Best Way to Experience It

  • Grandstand I lines the hairpin exit where slowest speeds create prime overtaking opportunities
  • Children ages 3-23 access V2 reserved grandstand seating at general admission price

About the Venue

Race Tracks

Suzuka Circuit

  • 5.81 km
See the venue guideDirections

3Logistics

  • Children under three years old receive free admission
  • Race Day Special Passport bundles general admission with amusement park access
  • Adjacent amusement park offers attractions during breaks from racing sessions
  • Live FM radio commentary broadcasts throughout the circuit on 78.3MHz

4Frequently Asked Questions

  • Best fit if you value championship finales: Double-header Rounds 4-5 compress two championship races into one weekend, heightened competition with back-to-back points battles, strategic pressure across Saturday-Sunday race days.
  • Best fit if you value historic venues: Suzuka Circuit's figure-eight layout with 1.2km back straight passing over front section remains motorsport's only FIA Grade 1 crossover bridge, Honda-owned since 1962, staged Super Formula every year since 1973.
  • Best fit if you enjoy accessible motorsport experiences: Ages 16-23 receive free general admission via "ZERO Yen Pass" program, Race Day Special Passport provides affordable trackside access, family-friendly pricing structure with children's tickets matching general admission rates.
  • Not ideal if you prefer peak-level Formula racing: Super Formula ranks second fastest after F1 with 6-7 seconds slower lap times, manufacturer competition limited to Honda versus Toyota engines, series serves as regional stepping stone rather than international pinnacle championship.

Tags

Multi Day EventOpen-Wheel RacingDallaraToyotaHonda

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