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The only figure eight in F1
Suzuka is the only figure-eight circuit on the F1 calendar: the track crosses over itself, so a lap traces an eight.
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Opened in 1962, it was designed by the Dutchman John Hugenholtz.
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2027.04.09 — 2027.04.11 · Coming soon
At Suzuka, watch F1 draw a figure eight.
Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix 2027
The 2027 Japanese Grand Prix runs from 9 to 11 April at Suzuka Circuit in Mie Prefecture, round four of the season. Opened in 1962, Suzuka is the only figure-eight circuit on the F1 calendar. In 2027 it becomes a sprint weekend: sprint qualifying on Friday, the sprint and Grand Prix qualifying on Saturday and the race on Sunday, with every reserved seat valid for all three days. Tickets go on sale at 11am on 15 November; adult reserved seats start at JPY 24,000 and the West Area ticket is JPY 22,000.
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A REASON TO GO
A REASON TO GO
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The Esses and 130R
The opening Esses switch left and right, and one mistake costs the whole sequence; 130R is a fast left-hander taken almost flat out, the boldest corner on the lap.
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Right after it comes the final chicane, the last chance to pass on a lap.
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A sprint weekend, three full days
From 2027 Suzuka is a sprint weekend: sprint qualifying on Friday, the sprint and then Grand Prix qualifying on Saturday, the race on Sunday, with grid places or results decided every day.
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A LITTLE CLOSER
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MAKE IT YOUR EXPERIENCE
Does this fit what you are looking for?
This could be for you if you are…
- F1 fans, especially those who want to see fast corners in person
- First-timers looking for a classic circuit
Before you decide
Thursday, Thursday–Friday and West Area tickets do not admit you to the reserved stands.
Some seats have views blocked by fences or structures (sold separately as Ultra Outlet seats).
Buyers in some countries cannot use MobilityStation.
Session times are not announced.
FIND YOUR PLACE
Explore the layout. Plan your route.
No seat plan for a circuit; below is Suzuka Circuit’s official 2027 spectator area map.
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FROM AN IDEA TO A PLAN
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Dates & times
2027.04.09 — 2027.04.11Friday 9 to Sunday 11 April 2027; session times are not announced (Japan time). Sprint qualifying on Friday, the sprint and Grand Prix qualifying on Saturday, the race on Sunday. Thursday 8 April has its own Thursday and Thursday–Friday tickets, with details to follow.
Asia/TokyoMore programme details
- The only figure eight in F1
- The Esses and 130R
- A sprint weekend, three full days
Venue & travel
Suzuka CircuitSuzuka Circuit is at 7992 Ino-cho, Suzuka, Mie; the nearest stations are Suzuka Circuit Ino on the Ise Railway and Kintetsu Shiroko, which has buses.
Entry & companions
Reserved seats are valid Friday to Sunday; Thursday, Thursday–Friday and West Area tickets give access to the West Area only, not the reserved stands. Ages count as of 11 April 2027, and proof of age may be checked.
Tickets & access
JPY 22,000–120,000 (grandstands)
Confirm accessibility services and companion policies with the organiser before travel.
Sources & image credits
Dates and entry details refer to this edition; individual sessions may differ.
- Suzuka Circuit F1 tickets ↗
- Suzuka Circuit 2027 changes ↗
- Suzuka Circuit ticket guide ↗
- Formula 1 schedule page ↗
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Suzuka Circuit (Mobilityland)
A Red Bull RB20 at turn one during practice for the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix, April 2024; a file photo, not this edition.
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