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Just 20 Minutes from Shinjuku! One of Tokyo’s Two Major Velodromes.
Located in Chofu City, Tokyo—just 20 minutes from Shinjuku by express train— KEIOKAKU Velodrome was established in 1949 and is commonly known as “TOKYO OVAL KEIOKAKU.” There are 43 velodromes across Japan, and this is one of the two located within Tokyo.
The track has a circumference of 400 meters, with a 51.5-meter designated straightaway. It is a standard velodrome with no notable quirks, although the banking is relatively gentle and tends to widen outward. The facility is also equipped with advanced lighting system designed through meticulous simulations, making it one of the brightest venues in Japan and capable of hosting nighttime KEIRIN races. This velodrome also serves as the home track of Hiroko Ishii, the first rider in Girls KEIRIN history to achieve 600 career wins.
Each October, it hosts the commemorative “Gold Cup Race (G III).” The venue offers a range of seating options—from free admission areas to paid seats where spectators can relax and enjoy the races in comfort.
Main gate is just steps from the temporary ticket gate at Keiō-tamagawa Station. (*The temporary gate is available only on race days.)
You can enjoy nighttime KEIRIN after work.
Paid special viewing seats on the 3rd floor of the main stand
Paid Royal Seats on the 4th floor of the main stand
Popular tonkatsu set meal at “La Mer” on the 3rd floor of the main stand
Beef tendon curry, meat soba, and fried horse mackerel on the 1st floor of the Dining Hall are also recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Can I access TOKYO OVAL KEIOKAKU from a JR Line station?
Yes. On race days, a free shuttle bus runs between JR Nambu Line Yanokuchi Station and TOKYO OVAL KEIOKAKU every 10 to 30 minutes.
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Is there anything I should be aware of when attending a race at TOKYO OVAL KEIOKAKU?
The main entrance ticket office does not sell or refund betting tickets on race days. Please purchase tickets in advance at the on-site counters.
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Can I buy tickets for races held at other velodromes?
Yes. In addition to placing bets on races held at TOKYO OVAL KEIOKAKU, you can also purchase betting tickets for events at other velodromes. The venue also offers public viewing for those races.
