Boat Race Fukuoka, Speed boat racing venue in Nanotsu, Japan
Boat Race Fukuoka is a racing venue with a 600-meter oval track on a manufactured lake where professional racers compete in three-lap races. Each race lasts roughly two minutes and showcases the fast, precise nature of this sport.
Kyōtei racing began in Japan in 1952 and grew into a nationwide network of 24 professional courses. This venue is part of that established racing culture.
The venue draws crowds on race days who come to watch the speed and excitement while taking part in Japan's traditional form of boat racing entertainment.
The venue is located in the Nanotsu area of Chuo Ward and has spectator seating, betting facilities, and food vendors serving local specialties. Visitors should check public transit times and arrive early to explore the site before races begin.
Drivers receive randomly assigned boats and engines before each race, making outcomes difficult to predict. Women make up roughly a tenth of professional racers and benefit from a weight advantage in hydroplane racing.
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