Featured Hotels Near JRA Chukyo Racecourse

Higashi Hotel Fukuoka is just a 7-minute walk from Nakayama Racecourse, featuring dedicated event shuttles on race days and rooms with live broadcast screens. The hotel’s rooftop terrace offers panoramic views of the track, perfect for watching morning training sessions or evening lighting ceremonies. On-site, you’ll find local sake bars and a curated menu of Aichi-style grilled meats.

Nakayama Track View Inn boasts floor-to-ceiling glass windows in every room facing the main straightaway, offering uninterrupted sightlines across the entire racetrack. Its signature Sky Lounge features elevated seating with full-course views, ideal for capturing dramatic finishes. Guests also enjoy complimentary race-day snacks and real-time odds updates via in-room tablets.

Fukui Family Stay is designed for families, located just 300 meters from the venue with direct access to a children’s play zone. The hotel offers a Family Race Day Package including tickets, free shuttle service, and kid-friendly guided tours. With an on-site garden and picnic area along the riverbank, it’s perfect for relaxing after a day at the races.

Nakayama Event Shuttle Hotel operates a dedicated fleet of buses that run every 20 minutes between the station and the racetrack entrance. Each vehicle includes Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and multilingual staff. The hotel also hosts a Race Day Concierge Desk offering real-time schedule updates, betting tips, and exclusive access to VIP viewing areas.

Beyond racing, explore Fukui Tea Street, a 15-minute walk from the course, where century-old tea houses serve Aichi’s famous "Biluo Chun" green tea and handmade wagashi sweets. Some shops offer themed tea ceremonies inspired by race traditions. In the evenings, stroll along the Ogawa Riverbank to watch sunset reflections on the grandstands—a serene moment blending nature and sport.

Nakayama Sky View Hotel features a signature 360-degree observation lounge with floor-to-ceiling glass walls, providing stunning shots of the track, surrounding hills, and dynamic sky changes throughout the day. The lobby showcases a monumental clock sculpture and a wall of vintage race memorabilia, making it a favorite spot for photographers. Best captured during golden hour when light bathes the stands in warm hues.