Formula Drift Japan RD.1

Formula Drift Japan Round 1 marks the opening round of the 2026 Formula Drift Japan championship, taking place on April 25–26 at Fuji Speedway in Shizuoka. The event is held within the broader Fuji Xtreme Days festival, which runs from April 24 to 26 and brings together multiple motorsport activities at the venue.

As the first round of the season, it sets the competitive baseline for drivers participating in the national championship, with tandem battles judged on criteria such as line, angle, speed, and overall execution, following the official Formula Drift judging system.

Fuji Speedway, one of Japan’s most historic circuits, provides a distinctive setting for the event, combining high-speed sections with technical zones adapted for drifting competition. Its location near Mount Fuji further reinforces its status as one of the most recognizable venues in Japanese motorsport.

In addition to the main drifting competition, Fuji Xtreme Days includes confirmed activities such as freestyle…