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The "Motegi Racing School Series," popular for its small-group lessons, is a step-up program that allows participation according to individual skill levels, ranging from "Racing School Beginner" to "Racing School."
It offers a wide range of customers, from circuit debutants to intermediate riders, the opportunity to enjoy Motorsports.

Schedule

  • Riding Club 5/12 (Mon), 6/16 (Mon), 10/24 (Fri), 11/17 (Mon)

    Date of Event Application Period Advisor
    May 12 (Mon) March 23 (Sun) – May 5 (Mon, holiday) Iokabe, Aoki, Kameya
    June 16 (Mon) April 27 (Sun) – June 9 (Mon) Iokabe, Sakata, Kameya
    October 24 (Fri) September 4 (Thu) – October 17 (Fri) Iomote, Sakata, Konno
    November 17 (Mon) September 28 (Sun) – November 10 (Mon) Iomote, Aoki, Nozane
  • Motegi Racing School Beginner 5/14 (Wed), 6/2 (Mon), 6/11 (Wed), 10/20 (Mon), 11/20 (Thu)

    Date of Event Application Period Advisor
    5/14 (Wed) 3/31 (Mon) – 5/7 (Wed) Kobayashi, Kameda
    6/2 (Mon) 4/18 (Fri) – 5/26 (Mon) Kobayashi, Kameda
    6/11 (Wed) 4/22 (Tue)~6/4 (Wed) Kobayashi, Kameda
    10/20 (Mon) 8/31 (Sun) – 10/13 (Mon, holiday) Kobayashi
    11/20 (Thu) 10/1 (Wed) – 11/13 (Thu) Kobayashi

    * On 6/2 (Mon), it will be held as "KAZE Let’s Ride On-road in Motegi Racing School Beginner".
    * On 10/20 (Mon), it will be held as "Ninja Team Green Trial in Motegi Racing School Beginner".

  • Motegi Racing School 4/24 (Thu), 6/9 (Mon), 10/3 (Fri), 11/10 (Mon)

    Date of Event Application Period Advisor
    April 24 (Thu) March 12 (Wed) – April 17 (Thu) Iomote, Sakata, Sekiguchi, Kobayashi, Nosane
    June 9 (Mon) April 20 (Sun) – June 2 (Mon) Iomote, Sakata, Aoki, Nosane
    October 3 (Fri) August 14 (Thu) – September 26 (Fri) Iomote, Sakata, Aoki
    11/10 (Mon) 9/21 (Sun)~11/3 (Mon, holiday) Iomobe, Sakata, Aoki, Koyama, Nosane

    *The "Motegi Racing School" scheduled for 11/10 (Mon) will be rescheduled due to various circumstances. We will inform you of the new date as soon as it is decided. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

* From 2025, the application deadline will be changed from 3 days before the event to 7 days before the event. After the application deadline, the participation acceptance letter and the materials for the day will be sent by email.
* From 2025, the participation fee will be revised. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
* Advisors may be changed or added.

RIDING CLUB Riding Club (Track Day)

The Riding Club is a driving event hosted by Mobility Resort Motegi, limited to numbered motorcycles, with the theme of "riding comfortably," "safely," and "enjoyably."
You can enjoy three sessions of 20 minutes each.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience,
we will hold a "safety briefing before riding" and a "riding seminar."
Additionally, before free riding, we will conduct a familiarization lead ride to consider the warming up of the Rider and
the machine.

* For the safety of all participants, depending on low temperatures or road surface conditions,
the guided tour may be changed to one led by an instructor. Thank you for your understanding.

Overview

  • Overview
  • Overview

Circuit Run

We will organize participants into 3 groups based on their vehicle type, engine displacement, and declared time, in order to minimize speed differences between participants and ensure a safer and more enjoyable experience.

Pre-Race Briefing

Following the rules and manners is essential for safely enjoying sports. As part of our safety training, our circuit advisors will explain the proper way to take the course line, rules and manners, and the meaning of the 11 official flags. They will also provide instructions on how to handle accidents if they occur.

Guided Tour

First time on the course and feeling anxious? Not sure where the record line is? Don't worry, our advisors will lead the way for customers like you until you get used to the course.

In addition,...

  • You can also measure your time by wearing an automatic measurement device transponder. The measurement results will be uploaded to a dedicated download site for participants.
  • Photos taken by photographers on the day of the event can be purchased on the photo sales site "Photo Reco". This is a service that allows you to easily download photos on your computer or smartphone.
    ※Details will be announced on the day of the event.
  • In addition to general recruitment, it is possible to set up a dedicated frame for "manufacturer/shop".
    ※Up to 40 dedicated frames can be used.
    ※Contact: Phone (0285) 64-0200
    Mobility Resort Motegi Motorsports Division School Office
Participation Fee
MCoM・
SMSC Membership
21,000 yen
General 31,000 yen

* The fee includes the participation fee, facility admission fee, parking fee, meal cost, and insurance fee.
* Please note that the participation fee will be revised from 2025. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

Travel Time and Capacity
Travel Time 60 minutes (lead driving + free driving 20 minutes x 3)
Capacity 105 people
Minimum operation 25 people

* Capacity may change depending on the availability of reserved slots for "manufacturers and shops."
* If the minimum number of participants is not met, the event may be canceled.
* Driving time may be changed due to weather conditions, red flags, or other circumstances on the day.

WEB Entry

Eligibility and Regulations

Eligibility

  • Holders of a small or larger motorcycle license (Minors require the consent of their legal guardian.)

※The following vehicles are not eligible for participation.

  • Vehicles without license plates for public road use
  • The displacement at the time of manufacturer's shipment is vehicles with a displacement of 150cc or less
  • Temporary number vehicles, race-spec vehicles, scooters, Americans, etc., are not suitable for circuit driving.
  • Cannot run with slick tires or block tires.
  • Please equip your car with road tires with grooves suitable for circuit driving.

Guest Rider

One of the attractions of the Riding Club is that the main guest Rider and professional road racers who serve as Circuit Advisors run the course together.

Takaaki Nakagami

June 16 (Mon) Mr. Takaaki Nakagami

Started riding pocket bikes at age 4, debuted in pocket bike racing in 1998 (age 6) and recorded a victory.
In 2005, made a spot appearance in the All Japan Road Race Championship GP125 class, finishing 13th in the series and receiving the MFJ Rookie of the Year award.
In 2012, competed full-time in the Moto2™ class.
In 2016, achieved his first victory at the Moto2™ Dutch GP.
In 2018, participated in MotoGP™ with LCR Honda IDEMITSU, finishing 6th in the final round Valencia GP.
In 2020, earned his first pole position at the MotoGP™ Teruel GP.
In 2024, retired from active racing.
After retiring, he served as a development rider and participated as a wild card in the 2025 MotoGP™ French GP, finishing 6th.

Mami Nakano

May 12 (Mon) Mr. Shinya Nakano

1998 All Japan Road Race Championship GP250 Champion
1999 World Road Racing World Championship GP250 Ranking 4th Rookie of the Year
2000 World Road Racing World Championship GP500 Ranking 5th Rookie of the Year
2002-2008 Participated in MotoGP™
2004-2006 Participated in MotoGP™ with Kawasaki Racing Team
2009 Participated in Superbike World Championship
In addition to providing commentary for Nippon TV's MotoGP™ races, he also serves as a navigator for BS11's "Adult Bike Time Motolize" and is the representative of apparel brand 56 Design. He also serves as a member of the MFJ Road Race Committee and is actively involved in promoting the fun of motorcycles in various fields.

RACING SCHOOL Motegi Racing School

We invite riders with achievements in the World Championships/All Japan Championships as advisors, and
train practical riding concepts and techniques for driving on the track.

  • Racing School
    The "Motegi Racing School Series," popular for its small group lessons, is a two-step upskilling program ranging from "Racing School Beginner" to "Racing School." It allows a wide range of customers, from circuit debutants to intermediate riders, to enjoy motorcycle sports.

    * The "Motegi Racing School Beginner 01 (South Course only)" and "Motegi Racing School Advance," which were held until 2024, have been discontinued.
    From 2025, the "Motegi Racing School Beginner 02 (South Course / Racing Course)" will be held as "Motegi Racing School Beginner (South Course / Racing Course)."

Motegi Racing School
Beginner

A school for circuit debut to beginners that combines "riding lessons" and "non-riding lessons."
You will ride on two courses: the fully paved "South Course" and the "Racing Course," which hosts MotoGP™.

  • Motegi Racing School Beginner
  • Motegi Racing School Beginner

Importance of Basics

You can practice various basic movements such as acceleration, sudden braking, and cornering work repeatedly on the fully paved South Course.

Non-riding lessons

There is an ideal form for any sport. We will check the riding form while stopping the bike. From the tips of your feet to your fingertips, your gaze, head position, and muscle usage will be directly communicated by our advisor.

In addition,...

  • At the South Course, we conduct basic riding practice and our advisors will provide advice on each customer's riding.
  • The 4.801m-long Racing Course, where MotoGP™ is held, features a "stop & go" course layout that allows you to learn the basics of riding.
Participation Fee
MCoM・
SMSC Membership
¥20,500
General 30,900 yen

* The fee includes the participation fee, facility admission fee, parking fee, meal cost, and insurance fee.
* Please note that the participation fee will be revised from 2025. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

Travel Time and Capacity
Travel Time 180 minutes (South Course 120 minutes
Racing Course 30 minutes × 2 sessions)
Non-running lessons
Lectures
120 minutes
Capacity 24 people
Minimum operation 9 people

※If the minimum number of participants is not met, the event may be cancelled.
※The running time may change depending on the weather and other circumstances on the day of the event.

WEB Entry

Motegi Racing School

A small-group lesson for beginners to intermediate riders running on the Racing Course that hosts MotoGP™

  • Motegi Racing School
  • Motegi Racing School

This is a small-group school where circuit beginners to intermediate riders train for a full day on the Racing Course. One advisor supports approximately 4 to 5 participants. Lessons in small groups, almost like personal training, are highly praised.

Small group lessons

To ensure minimal speed differences between participants, we will organize small groups of around 5 people per group based on car model, engine displacement, lap times, and experience, allowing for a safer driving experience.

In addition,...

  • First time on the course and feeling anxious? Not sure where the record line is? Don't worry, our advisors will lead the way for customers like you until you get used to the course.
  • There is an ideal form for any sport. We will check the riding form while stopping the bike. From the tips of your feet to your fingertips, your gaze, head position, and muscle usage will be directly communicated by our advisor.
  • Experience an image training lesson on how to drive on the circuit while riding in a passenger car driven by an advisor.
  • You can measure your time by wearing the automatic measurement device transponder. The measurement device will be lent at the reception desk. The measurement results will be uploaded to a dedicated download site for participants.
Eligibility

Vehicles with a best time of 2 minutes and 20 seconds or more on the Motegi Racing Course and with an engine displacement of 150cc or more

Participation Fee
MCoM・
SMSC Membership
39,800 yen
General 53,800 yen

* The fee includes the participation fee, facility admission fee, parking fee, meal cost, and insurance fee.
* Please note that the participation fee will be revised from 2025. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

Travel Time and Capacity
Travel Time 90 minutes (Racing Course 30 minutes
×3 sessions)
Non-running lessons
Lectures
90 minutes (form check,
course drive, etc.)
Capacity 20 people
Minimum operation 9 people

※If the minimum number of participants is not met, the event may be cancelled.
※The running time may change depending on the weather and other circumstances on the day of the event.

WEB Entry

Eligibility and Regulations

Eligibility

  • Holders of a small or larger motorcycle license (minors require the consent of their legal guardian.)
  • Please confirm the details of the vehicles and equipment below before applying for participation.

※The following vehicles are not eligible for participation.

  • Vehicles without license plates for public road use
  • The displacement at the time of manufacturer's shipment is vehicles with a displacement of 150cc or less
  • Temporary number vehicles, scooter type, underbone type, American type, etc., vehicles unsuitable for circuit driving
  • Cannot drive with block tires.

Mobility Resort Motegi Advisor Introduction

Advisor

In the Racing School Series, professional riders who have excelled in the World Championships and have a track record in the All Japan Championships will share practical knowledge and techniques as trainers for safe riding enjoyment.

Norio IOBE

Tokuo IOBE Norio IOBE

Chief Advisor of Mobility Resort Motegi. In the 1980s, he was a privateer who stood on the podium and excelled in the 500cc class in the All Japan Championships. Currently, he serves as the director of his own team, i-factory, and his kind lessons for beginners at the circuit and in road racing are highly praised.

YouTube:
Gohyakubu Tokuo YouTube Channel

Kazuto SAKATA

Sakata Kazuto Kazuto SAKATA

In 1994 and 1998, he won two series titles in the Road Racing World Championship (WGP) GP125cc class. In recent years, he has been working as a TV commentator for the MotoGP™ World Championship and as the principal of the MFJ Road Racing Academy, aiming to develop junior riders who aspire to be world GP riders.

Related:
Kazuto Sakata Official Blog Powered by Ameba (ameblo.jp)

Nobuatsu AOKI

Nobuatsu Aoki Nobuatsu AOKI

Special promotion to international class A at the youngest age in 1989. Won the 1997 Road Race World Championship GP500 Rookie of the Year. Participated in the World Championship from 1997 to 2007. In recent years, served as a development rider for Suzuki's MotoGP™ machine and also participated in the Suzuka 8 Hours.

Related:
https://twitter.com/
Nobuatsu_Aoki

Taro SEKIGUCHI

Taro SEKIGUCHI Taro SEKIGUCHI

Participating in the 2022 MFJ All Japan Road Race Championship JSB1000 class from SANMEI Team TARO PLUSONE.
Team TARO has been participating in the top class of All Japan Road Race, JSB1000, since junior high school, starting with mini bike races (50cc and below). From the age of 16, he has been actively racing in Japan and Europe while belonging to various teams. In 2003, he achieved the remarkable feat of winning all 8 races in the European Championship. He has been participating in the World GP since 1999.

Related:
https://twitter.com/
taro_sekiguchi

Tomoyoshi KOYAMA

Koyama Tomoyoshi Tomoyoshi KOYAMA

Participating in the 2022 MFJ All Japan Road Race Championship ST600 class from JAPAN POST Honda Dream TP.
Started pocket bike at the age of 3 and made debut in the All Japan Championship in 1999. Won the series title in the GP125 class in 2000. From 2005 to 2010, competed in the World Championships in the 125cc class. In recent years, has been riding the 600cc and participating in the Asia Road Racing Championship, as well as winning the 2019 series title in the All Japan Championship.

Related:
https://ameblo.jp/
koyamax-71/

Chojun KAMEYA

Kameya Chojun Chojun KAMEYA

Debuted in the 1995 All Japan Championship GP250 race, and has been competing in the JSB1000 class since 2005. After retiring in 2014, he has been active in development as an advisor and accompanying as a SUPER SPORTS advisor for all races in the ASIA ROAD RACING CHAMPIONSHIP.

Related:
https://twitter.com/
chojun_race

Masataka KAMEDA

Kameda Masataka Masataka KAMEDA

After participating in the All Japan Road Race Championship GP125 class, he serves as an instructor for the circuit license acquisition school at Mobility Resort Motegi and also works as a circuit advisor.

Yoshihiro KONNO

Yoshihiro Konno Yoshihiro KONNO

Participating in the 2022 MFJ All Japan Road Race Championship JSB1000 class from Murayama.Honda Dream.RT.
Starting pocket bikes at the age of 7, he has been participating in road races since 1996. He joined the All Japan Championship in 1998 and has been a successful rider in both the Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Road Race and the All Japan Championship since the 2000s. His feedback and advice from races are highly praised.

Related:
https://twitter.com/
konno_32

Shizuka OKAZAKI

Okazaki Shizuka Shizuka OKAZAKI

Participated in the 2022 MFJ All Japan Road Race Championship J-GP3 class from JAPAN POST Honda Dream TP.
Started pocket bikes influenced by her younger brother in 5th grade of elementary school, became a first-generation student of the MFJ Road Race Academy in 2007, and won consecutive series titles in the MFJ Ladies Road Race in 2009 and 2010. She began full-scale participation in the All Japan Championship from 2010. In 2016, she earned a wildcard entry and competed in the Moto3 class at the MotoGP™ Grand Prix of Japan. It was the first time in 21 years that a female racer participated in a world Grand Prix. Since 2020, she has established her own team, "RT YOLO!", and continues to compete in the All Japan J-GP3 class.

Related:
https://twitter.com/
okazaki_shizuka

Ryuta KOBAYASHI

Kobayashi Ryuta Ryuta KOBAYASHI

2014 All Japan Road Race Championship ST600 Series Champion.

Kota NOZANE

Nozane Kota Kota NOZANE

He won the JSB1000 class championship in 2020, competed in the Superbike World Championship in 2021 and 2022, and participated in the Road Race World Championship Moto2 class in 2023.
From 2024, he transferred from Yamaha to Honda and is currently competing in JSB1000.

MORE INFO Other Information

  • The "Racing School" is an experience program that counts as riding performance when obtaining the MFJ Road Race domestic license.
  • To cancel your application, please proceed from the My Page of Shikuminet.
    For cancellation policy and procedure, click here.
  • In case the event cannot be held due to bad weather or other reasons, we will refund the fee after deducting the handling fee.
    If the event is cancelled, we will inform you by email or other means by 3:00 PM the day before.
    For more information on event cancellations, click here.