MotoGP in Tokyo: World-Class Riders to Gather in Kabukicho Ahead of Japanese Grand Prix
On September 24, the “MotoGP in Tokyo” pre-race event will take place at Cine City Square in Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo. A total of 15 top riders from around the world are set to appear, with the program including a talk stage, appearance stage, and the “Kabukicho Hero Walk,” where riders will walk the red carpet.
The event venue opens at 3:00 p.m., with stage programs beginning at 4:15 p.m. The appearance stage, featuring all 15 riders, will kick off at 6:00 p.m., offering fans a rare and exciting chance to see the stars up close. Grand Prix machines will also be on display, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the world of MotoGP™. Admission is free, and the stage viewing area will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The scheduled participating riders include:
- Marc Márquez (Ducati Lenovo Team)
- Jorge Martín (Aprilia Racing)
- Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing)
- Álex Rins (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™)
- Luca Marini (Honda HRC Castrol)
- Fermín Aldeguer (BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP™)
- Jack Miller (Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP™)
- Enea Bastianini (Red Bull KTM Tech3)
- Ai Ogura (Trackhouse MotoGP™ Team)
- Johann Zarco (CASTROL Honda LCR)
- Somkiat Chantra (IDEMITSU Honda LCR)
From Moto2™:
- Ayumu Sasaki (RW-Idrofoglia Racing GP)
- Yuki Kunii (Idemitsu Honda Team Asia)
From Moto3™:
- Ryusei Yamanaka (FRINSA-MT Helmets-MSI)
- Taiyo Furusato (Honda Team Asia)
Among the displayed machines are:
- Joan Mir’s RC213V (Honda HRC Castrol)
- Álex Rins’ YZR-M1 (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™)
- Ai Ogura’s Aprilia RS 660 Extrema (Trackhouse MotoGP™ Team)
The event is organized by Honda Mobilityland Corporation and Dorna Sports. Taking place in the heart of Shinjuku, this one-night-only experience promises to be a highlight of the season for MotoGP fans.