Boat Race Toda

Boat Race Toda is a motorboat racing facility in Toda City where six boats compete against each other on a water course. The races take place regularly throughout the year, drawing spectators who watch from viewing stands along the track.

This facility was established in the post-war period and represents part of a longer racing tradition that began in Japan during the 1920s. It demonstrates how motorboat racing became an organized sport in the country.

Kyōteijō racing at Toda combines elements of sport and entertainment, representing a regulated form of racing under Japan's public sports classification system.

The site is easily accessible by train from nearby areas and offers affordable day-long visits. Viewing areas are set up so you can see the races from various spots around the facility.

The racing format incorporates specific starting techniques where boats circle the course before the official start, creating strategic positioning opportunities.

Location: Toda-Kōen

Address: 埼玉県戸田市戸田公園8-22

Website: https://boatrace-toda.jp

GPS coordinates: 35.80303,139.65853

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:07