Behind the Scenes of the Unknown 'Toyota Motor Shibetsu Proving Ground'! Comprehensive Partnership Agreement with Shibetsu City, Hokkaido, and Acceptance of Furusato Nozei Limited Premium Experience Begins

Toyota Motor Corporation Shibetsu Proving Ground

Toyota Motor Corporation's Shibetsu Proving Ground, completed in October 1984, is located in a harsh environment with temperature differences of up to 60 degrees Celsius, ranging from minus 30 degrees in winter to plus 30 degrees in summer. It has long been utilized as a test track supporting the creation of safe and secure automobiles. The facility, approximately 200 times the size of Tokyo Dome, is equipped with a test course featuring a straight section of about 4 km and a circuit of about 10 km, making it a special facility not usually open to the public.

Comprehensive Partnership Agreement Between Toyota Motor Corporation Shibetsu Proving Ground and Shibetsu City, Hokkaido A Furusato Nozei-Exclusive Premium Experience Menu is Born

Through a comprehensive partnership agreement between Shibetsu City and Toyota Motor Corporation's Shibetsu Proving Ground, a premium experience menu at the Shibetsu Proving Ground, offered exclusively as a Furusato Nozei return gift, has been created.

It will be held on Saturday, September 5, 2026, and Saturday, September 19, 2026, with a limit of 16 participants per day.

Ultra-High-Speed Passenger Ride Experience Exceeding 200 km/h

You can experience an ultra-high-speed passenger ride exceeding 200 km/h in a vehicle driven by a test driver (evaluation driver).

※Photos are for illustrative purposes only.

Test Drive Experience on the Test Course

You can drive Toyota's attractive cars yourself!

※Photos are for illustrative purposes only.

【Message from Shibetsu City】

This return gift is a special experience that supports the region and Japanese manufacturing through your donation to Shibetsu City, in collaboration with Toyota Motor Corporation's Shibetsu Proving Ground. Please come to Shibetsu City and enjoy a premium time that can only be experienced here.

Return Gift Overview

【Furusato Nozei Exclusive】 Toyota Motor Corporation Shibetsu Proving Ground Premium Experience Event

Donation Amount: 350,000 yen

Sales Period: 2026/04/01 0:00 ～08/31 23:59

【Donation Acceptance Sites】

Rakuten Furusato Nozei / Furusato Choice

【Event Dates and Times　※Please choose one.】

Saturday, September 5, 2026 / Saturday, September 19, 2026

Check-in starts 8:45 AM・Opening 9:00 AM / Event ends around 12:30 PM

※Limited to 16 participants per day　1 person per application

※This experience is only open to those holding a standard driver's license or international driving permit. ※Tickets will be sent after application.

【Venue】

Toyota Motor Corporation Shibetsu Proving Ground (4545-1 Onnebetsu-cho, Shibetsu City, Hokkaido)

＜If coming by car＞ ・Approximately 23 minutes from Shibetsu city center ・Approximately 25 minutes by car from Dōō Expressway Shibetsu-Kenbuchi Interchange ＜If coming by public transportation＞ ・【From Asahikawa Station to Shibetsu Station】Approximately 1 hour by JR Soya Line local train～Approximately 21 minutes by taxi from Shibetsu Station ・【From Asahikawa Station Front to Shibetsu Station Front】Approximately 2 hours by route bus～Approximately 21 minutes by taxi from Shibetsu Station Front ・【From Sapporo Station Front to Shibetsu Odori 6-chome】Approximately 3 hours by highway bus 'Kōsoku Nayoro-go' (Hokkaido Chuo Bus) to Approximately 20 minutes by taxi from Shibetsu Odori 6-chome

【Important Notes】

Regarding Application and Participation Conditions ・Cancellations after donation or non-participation will not be refunded. ・This return gift is prohibited from being transferred or resold to third parties. ・Each application is for one participant only. If multiple people wish to participate, separate applications are required for each person.

Regarding Eligibility and On-site Response ・Only those holding a standard driver's license or international driving permit can participate. ・An alcohol check will be conducted on the day. If alcohol is detected, participation in the experience will be denied. ・For safety reasons, participants must follow the organizer's instructions and rules. Failure to comply may result in refusal of participation.

Regarding Meeting Point and Transportation Costs ・Participants will meet and disperse at the venue on the day. ・Transportation and accommodation costs to the venue are the responsibility of the donor. ・Parking is available, so you can come by car.

Regarding Photography and Information Management ・Photography, video recording, and audio recording within the premises and during the experience are strictly prohibited. ・Mobile phones, smartphones, cameras, and other recording devices will be held by the organizer during the experience. Please be aware of this.

Regarding Attire and Health Conditions ・For safety reasons, please wear comfortable clothing and shoes. ・Participation may be denied by the organizer based on your physical condition or health on the day. In such cases, the donation will not be refunded.

Regarding Event Cancellation or Content Changes ・The content may be changed or the event may be canceled due to bad weather, safety reasons, or other unavoidable circumstances. ・Even if the event is canceled, the donation will not be refunded. ・In such cases, you will be able to choose an alternative return gift from the Shibetsu Furusato Support Donation return gifts.

Cancellation of Participation by Organizer's Discretion Participation may be denied in advance or on the day if the organizer determines that any of the following apply: ・Actions that do not follow safety instructions. ・Actions that cause trouble to other participants or staff. ・Actions that hinder the smooth operation of the experience. In such cases, the donation will not be refunded.

Others ・The location of this return gift experience is Toyota Motor Corporation Shibetsu Proving Ground. ・Participation by individuals related to competing companies is not permitted. ・Please check the details provided after your donation for further important notes.

About Shibetsu City, Hokkaido

Shibetsu City is located in the central northern part of Hokkaido, surrounded by mountains including the Teshio Mountains Prefectural Natural Park, and is a verdant rural city at the headwaters of Hokkaido's second-largest river, the Teshio River.

It has a distinct inland climate with significant daily and annual temperature differences. From May to early September, it enjoys high temperatures and abundant sunshine, while from mid-November, when snow begins, it becomes a heavy snowfall area with over 1 meter of snow even on flat land.

The city is promoting community development centered around sheep, which has become a long-standing civic movement. This has greatly contributed to the revitalization and image building of the city.

Comprehensive initiatives as a 'Suffolk Land' are being advanced, including the development of local industries, expansion of production systems, and collaboration between food and tourism.