Boat Race Edogawa, Powerboat racing stadium in Higashi-Komatsugawa, Japan.
Boat Race Edogawa is a powerboat racing facility in Higashi-Komatsugawa with a 600-meter oval course where motorized boats compete. The venue provides spectator seating around the water to watch the races unfold at close range.
The facility opened in 1952 as part of Japan's regulated sports betting system for motorboat racing. Over decades, it has remained a legal gambling venue where spectators place wagers on boat competitions.
The racing venue represents one of Japan's four public sports facilities where gambling remains legal, attracting numerous spectators throughout the year.
Free shuttle buses run from Hirai and Funabori stations to bring visitors to the venue. Admission to the general spectator areas is also free.
Races begin with a flying start where boats must cross the starting line within one second of the countdown signal. This timing rule adds an element of precision and skill that makes each race unpredictable.
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