The beautiful spectacle of Oi Racecourse
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Oi Racecourse (Tokyo City Keiba: TCK) is the only racecourse in Tokyo, located in Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, and features many attractions and an easily accessible location.
Attractions:
* Japan's first night racecourse "Twinkle Race": Races are held under beautiful lighting, creating a fantastic atmosphere that is different from daytime. It is also an attractive place to stop by after work.
* Easy access from the city center: It is a 2-minute walk from Oi Keibajo-mae Station on the Tokyo Monorail and within walking distance of Tachiaigawa Station on the Keihin Kyuko Line. A free shuttle bus also operates from Oimachi Station and Omori Station.
* Rich gourmet food: You can enjoy a variety of gourmet foods, from authentic restaurants to quick snacks, local craft beer and sweets.
* Diverse spectator stands: A variety of spectator seats are available, from seats where you can feel the excitement in front of the finish line up close to comfortable indoor reserved seats.
* A wide variety of events: In addition to races, there are many events that even non-horse racing fans can enjoy, such as the illumination event "Tokyo Mega Illumination" (winter only), flea markets, and music events.
* Interacting with the horses: In the paddock, you can get a close look at the horses before they start the race, and feel their power and beauty. There is also a corner where you can interact with miniature horses.
* History and innovation: Although it opened in 1950, it has always tried new things, such as introducing a photo finish and starting gates.
* Entertainment: In recent years, the latest technology such as projection mapping has been used in productions, making the racecourse a space like an entertainment park.
Access:
* Train and monorail:
* 2-minute walk from Oi Keibajo-mae Station on the Tokyo Monorail Haneda Airport Line (right next to the north gate). Approximately 8 minutes from Hamamatsucho Station.
* 12-minute walk from Tachiaigawa Station on the Keikyu Main Line (towards the main gate). * Free shuttle bus (only operates during TCK and on Oi off-track ticket sales days):
* Approximately 16 minutes from JR Oimachi Station (Central Exit East Stop No. 7).
* Approximately 15 minutes from JR Omori Station (East Exit Stop No. 7) (via Keikyu Omori-Kaigan Station).
* Local bus:
* From JR Shinagawa Station (Takanawa Exit Stop No. 2), take the Toei bus to Oi Keibajo-mae.
* From JR Meguro Station (East Exit Stop No. 1), take the Toei bus to Oi Keibajo-mae.
* Car:
* Approximately 5 minutes from Katsushima IC on the Shuto Expressway Route 1 Haneda Line.
* Approximately 5 minutes from Oi Minami IC on the Shuto Expressway Bayshore Line.
* Parking available (paid).
* Taxi:
* Approximately 10 minutes from Haneda Airport.
* Approximately 20 minutes from Shinagawa Station.
Oi Racecourse is easily accessible from central Tokyo and is full of attractions that can be enjoyed by both horse racing fans and non-fans alike. Please be sure to visit at least once.