
A Journey Through Horse Racing Culture, Traditions, and Cuisine: A Full Day Itinerary at Tokyo Racecourse
This model itinerary centers around the Tokyo Racecourse, a venue that opened in 1933 (Meiji 8) and boasts over 90 years of history. It is Tokyo’s only venue for central horse racing events and the largest racecourse in Japan, offering seating for 15,000 spectators. Home to major events like the Japan Cup, which is renowned as one of the top races in the world, this enormous racecourse has seen as many as 190,000 visitors in a single day. In this guide, we’ll explore a comprehensive itinerary that revolves around Tokyo Racecourse, featuring must-try horse racing-themed cuisine and accommodation suggestions for the perfect horse-racing-filled experience.