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2026 Super GT Round 6 Sugo

Sportsland SUGO, Murata, Japan19–20 Sep 2026Weekend

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Why You Should Go

Japan's premier GT championship raced on the country's most elevation-varied permanent circuit.

Format

2-day race weekend

Crowd

~37k (2015) · petrolheads & diehards

Vibe

Day & night, High-energy

About This Event

A 300km multi-class sprint race on a 3.7km hillside circuit with 70 metres of elevation gain per lap — steep climbs, fast downhill sweeps and tight mid-speed corners squeezed between natural terrain with minimal run-off. GT500 silhouette prototypes and GT300 machinery share the track under Japan's success ballast system, adding 2kg per championship point scored.

1What to Expect

Two-part knockout qualifying format with top 10 GT500 cars advancing to Q2
Traditional 300km race format after longer distance events earlier in season
704.5-metre main straight tests top speed before heavy braking zones
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Junior high school students and younger receive free admission
Circuit set in forested hills with viewing areas around the perimeter

2Best Way to Experience It

  • Main grandstand provides strong visibility across key track sections
  • On-site parking available across multiple lots adjacent to spectator areas

About the Venue

Race Tracks

Sportsland Sugo

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3Logistics

  • Junior high school students and younger enter free
  • High school students pay adult admission rates
  • Students receive 50% discount at gate with valid ID
  • Sendai Airport sits 30 minutes east; Tokyo three hours 40 minutes via Tohoku Expressway
  • Major events may require advance parking passes with fees varying by event

4Frequently Asked Questions

  • Best fit if you enjoy multi-class racing: GT500 silhouette prototypes (650+ hp) battle alongside GT300 production-based machines, two-class structure since 1994 creates varied racing dynamics across single 300km event.
  • Best fit if you value challenging circuits: Japan's largest motorsport facility features 69.83m elevation change with steep uphill home straight, downhill back stretch, limited run-off areas squeezed between hillside terrain through 13 corners.
  • Best fit if you like passionate fan atmosphere: Japan's most popular domestic racing series draws dedicated enthusiast audience, free admission ages 16-23, rural hillside setting attracts motorsport fans committed to traveling.
  • Not ideal if you prioritize accessibility: no direct public transit from Sendai, 40km accommodation base requires rental car, rural Miyagi Prefecture location 35 minutes from JR Sendai Station limits casual attendance.

Tags

Multi Day EventCircuit RacingJDMNissanToyotaHonda

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