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The 2027 edition runs 24 to 26 September.
Why You Should Go
The penultimate round of the FIA World Endurance Championship on one of motorsport's longest straights.
Format
3-day endurance race
Crowd
~66k (2024) · petrolheads & locals
Vibe
Day & night
About This Event
A mainstay of the FIA World Endurance Championship since the inaugural 2012 season, held on the 4.5km Fuji Speedway circuit in the foothills of Mount Fuji. Six hours of Hypercar and LMGT3 racing on a layout with one of motorsport's longest straights — 1.475km — and sixteen corners threading through 35 metres of elevation change. September typically brings heavy rainfall and rapidly shifting weather at this altitude.
1What to Expect
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2Best Way to Experience It
- Turn 1 grandstand positions capture dramatic speed reduction where first-lap incidents unfold
- Arriving before 7:00 AM avoids congestion and secures parking before lots fill
- Paddock passes grant pit garage area entry and qualifying-day pit walk participation
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3Logistics
- Re-entry requires security ticket re-tagging before leaving the venue
- Parking typically charged for major events with fees varying by event
- Mountain environment brings rapidly changing weather conditions and sudden showers
- Shuttle buses operate between Gotemba Station and circuit on event days
4Frequently Asked Questions
- Best fit if you value championship significance: penultimate round before season finale 8 Hours of Bahrain, Round 6 of 8 determines title positions heading into final race, potential championship-deciding results.
- Best fit if you enjoy historic venues: 4.563km circuit at Mount Fuji's foothills since 1967, 1.475km main straight (motorsport's longest) sends Hypercars hitting 300+ km/h speeds beneath volcanic mountain backdrop, 16 corners including legendary 100R.
- Best fit if you like passionate fan atmosphere: Toyota home race draws 65,800+ fans, Japanese motorsport enthusiasts create energetic trackside environment, manufacturer's unbeaten streak since 2016 fuels local pride, circuit Toyota-owned since 2000.
- Not ideal if you prioritize guaranteed dry conditions: 550-meter elevation creates rapid weather changes, September wettest month averaging 286-297mm rainfall across 19 rainy days, unpredictable conditions affect viewing and track sessions.
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