The Venue United in Excitement and Interaction! "Business Trip Auto Race! ~Public Viewing & Fan Meeting~ in Nagoya Supported by Odds Park" Was Held
JKA and Odds Park held the "Business Trip Auto Race! Public Viewing & Fan Meeting" in Nagoya on April 29, 2026. Fans enjoyed watching the race on a large screen and interacting with the athletes, and the event concluded successfully.
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The JKA Public Interest Incorporated Foundation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Chairman: Hiroshi Kido; hereinafter "JKA") and Odds Park Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director, President & CEO: Toshikazu Takamatsu; hereinafter "Odds Park") held a public viewing and fan meeting event for the "Odds Park presents SG 45th All-Star Auto Race," which took place at Iizuka Auto Race Track on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 (holiday), in Nagoya.
This third installment, following successful events in Ueno and Osaka, was also held with the aim of providing an immersive experience similar to being at the venue for those who find it difficult to attend in person, and to create a place for fans to interact and share their enjoyment. Through continuous events, we are contributing to the further expansion and revitalization of the fan community. On the day of the event, attendees were seen enjoying the race on a large screen with powerful sound, as well as interacting not only with each other but also with the athletes, concluding the event with great success.
■ Event Report
On the day, the event kicked off with auto race commentators Kan Yoshihara and Hiroshi Kondo, who also energized the first event, and welcomed active auto racers Hitoe Honda and Wakana Someya from Kawaguchi as guests.
Attendees watched the final day's race of the "SG 45th All-Star Auto Race" on a large screen with live commentary and analysis by Mr. Yoshihara and Mr. Kondo, enjoying the immersive experience as if they were at the venue, with drinks and light meals in hand.
In between, a Q&A session with the performers was also held, keeping the venue lively throughout.
Interaction Time for Close Encounters with Athletes
In the middle of the event, an interaction time was held where the performers circulated among the attendees. It was impressive to see attendees, though slightly nervous, smiling and enjoying their interaction with the athletes, whom they rarely get to meet up close. Attendees spent their time as they wished, chatting directly with the athletes and taking commemorative photos, with the interaction taking place in a consistently friendly atmosphere. Athletes commented, "We received so many words of encouragement from the fans and felt their love for auto racing," making it a memorable moment for both athletes and fans.
Quiz Tournament to Unite the Venue
In the latter half, a participant-driven quiz tournament was held. A variety of questions, mainly about auto racing and athletes, were presented, and the venue was energized with participation from both attendees and performers. Many were seen discussing within their teams to find answers, further deepening interaction among fans. The winning team was directly presented with prizes by the performers, and the venue remained united in excitement until the very end.
After the event, many joyful comments were received from participants.
"I gathered with my auto race friends living far away in Nagoya to participate. I was happy to interact closely with the athletes and take photos."
"I usually enjoy auto racing alone, but I really wanted to meet the athletes, so I came to Nagoya this time."
This third installment also concluded successfully, supported by many fans. Based on the feedback received from previous events, we will continue to create opportunities for people to experience the charm of auto racing, regardless of region.
■ Organizer Comments
JKA Representative Comment
This event, which has been held repeatedly with the first in Ueno and the second in Osaka, was held in Nagoya this time as an expansion into the Chubu area. This time too, many positive comments were received from participants, and it was very well received. Through continuous events, we will continue to promote the appeal of auto racing while expanding new ways to enjoy it.
Odds Park Representative Comment
Our company operates an online betting service, but we feel great value in being able to share the excitement and sense of unity that cannot be fully conveyed through a screen, in a real-world setting. This third installment, the first held in Nagoya, saw many participants experience the thrill of race viewing and the charm of interaction. Moving forward, we will not only provide online betting services but also deliver the appeal of auto racing to more people through initiatives that integrate online and real-world experiences.
■ About JKA Public Interest Incorporated Foundation
Keirin and auto racing are public sports operated by local governments under the Bicycle Racing Law and the Small Motor Vehicle Racing Law, respectively. Their revenues are not only used to improve the financial health of the local governments that host the races but are also returned to society in a way that contributes to the promotion of improvements and exports of bicycles, small motor vehicles, and other machinery, the rationalization of the machinery industry, and the promotion of sports projects and other public interest-promoting businesses.
In accordance with these laws, this foundation,
This third installment, following successful events in Ueno and Osaka, was also held with the aim of providing an immersive experience similar to being at the venue for those who find it difficult to attend in person, and to create a place for fans to interact and share their enjoyment. Through continuous events, we are contributing to the further expansion and revitalization of the fan community. On the day of the event, attendees were seen enjoying the race on a large screen with powerful sound, as well as interacting not only with each other but also with the athletes, concluding the event with great success.
■ Event Report
On the day, the event kicked off with auto race commentators Kan Yoshihara and Hiroshi Kondo, who also energized the first event, and welcomed active auto racers Hitoe Honda and Wakana Someya from Kawaguchi as guests.
Attendees watched the final day's race of the "SG 45th All-Star Auto Race" on a large screen with live commentary and analysis by Mr. Yoshihara and Mr. Kondo, enjoying the immersive experience as if they were at the venue, with drinks and light meals in hand.
In between, a Q&A session with the performers was also held, keeping the venue lively throughout.
Interaction Time for Close Encounters with Athletes
In the middle of the event, an interaction time was held where the performers circulated among the attendees. It was impressive to see attendees, though slightly nervous, smiling and enjoying their interaction with the athletes, whom they rarely get to meet up close. Attendees spent their time as they wished, chatting directly with the athletes and taking commemorative photos, with the interaction taking place in a consistently friendly atmosphere. Athletes commented, "We received so many words of encouragement from the fans and felt their love for auto racing," making it a memorable moment for both athletes and fans.
Quiz Tournament to Unite the Venue
In the latter half, a participant-driven quiz tournament was held. A variety of questions, mainly about auto racing and athletes, were presented, and the venue was energized with participation from both attendees and performers. Many were seen discussing within their teams to find answers, further deepening interaction among fans. The winning team was directly presented with prizes by the performers, and the venue remained united in excitement until the very end.
After the event, many joyful comments were received from participants.
"I gathered with my auto race friends living far away in Nagoya to participate. I was happy to interact closely with the athletes and take photos."
"I usually enjoy auto racing alone, but I really wanted to meet the athletes, so I came to Nagoya this time."
This third installment also concluded successfully, supported by many fans. Based on the feedback received from previous events, we will continue to create opportunities for people to experience the charm of auto racing, regardless of region.
■ Organizer Comments
JKA Representative Comment
This event, which has been held repeatedly with the first in Ueno and the second in Osaka, was held in Nagoya this time as an expansion into the Chubu area. This time too, many positive comments were received from participants, and it was very well received. Through continuous events, we will continue to promote the appeal of auto racing while expanding new ways to enjoy it.
Odds Park Representative Comment
Our company operates an online betting service, but we feel great value in being able to share the excitement and sense of unity that cannot be fully conveyed through a screen, in a real-world setting. This third installment, the first held in Nagoya, saw many participants experience the thrill of race viewing and the charm of interaction. Moving forward, we will not only provide online betting services but also deliver the appeal of auto racing to more people through initiatives that integrate online and real-world experiences.
■ About JKA Public Interest Incorporated Foundation
Keirin and auto racing are public sports operated by local governments under the Bicycle Racing Law and the Small Motor Vehicle Racing Law, respectively. Their revenues are not only used to improve the financial health of the local governments that host the races but are also returned to society in a way that contributes to the promotion of improvements and exports of bicycles, small motor vehicles, and other machinery, the rationalization of the machinery industry, and the promotion of sports projects and other public interest-promoting businesses.
In accordance with these laws, this foundation,