CiaoItalia Italian Car Festa
画像出典: PR TIMES(株式会社ツーアンドフォー プレスリリース)

CiaoItalia Italian Car Festa

Central Circuit

location
Central Circuit
period
November 8, 2026 (Sun)
cost
Admission: adults ¥2,000, elementary school age and under free (pay at the gate on the day; no advance tickets) / Paddock access: adults ¥1,000 extra, elementary school age and under free
access
By car: about 16 km from Takino-yashiro IC on the Chugoku Expressway / By public transport: about 15 min by taxi from JR Nishiwakishi Station (Kakogawa Line)

Why You Should Visit

One of western Japan's largest gatherings of Italian cars, held once a year at Central Circuit in Taka, Hyogo. The 32nd edition takes place on Sunday, November 8. Ferrari, Lamborghini, Alfa Romeo, Maserati and Abarth owners come from across Japan for circuit runs, races and a concours-style beauty contest, and Ferrari Challenge race cars take part in a demonstration run. Spectators are welcome without entering a car. A day for anyone who wants to hear Italian engines up close.

Essentials

TICKETS / REGISTRATION
No registration needed to watch (pay admission at the gate). To drive or join the paddock meeting, apply via the entry form on the official blog; registration is complete once the fee is paid. Participants also pay the ¥2,000 admission.
NOTE

Highlights

  • Owner circuit runs (Exciting Run / Family Run) and races
  • Beauty contest for Italian cars
  • Italian racing car demonstration run (with TEAM PHOENIX: Ferrari 488 Challenge x2, Ferrari 355 Challenge x1)
  • Guests: Hiroyuki Iiri, Hidenori Kouuchi, 東徹次郎 (safety car and talk stage)
  • Food vendors in the paddock and a prize draw on stage

Parking

  • General parking is free (limited spaces)
  • Paddock parking is only for registered participants with Italian cars

*Supported by the Consulate General of Italy in Osaka

*The official timetable is announced on the official blog after entries close

出典: PR TIMES(株式会社ツーアンドフォー プレスリリース)

FAQ

Can I just watch without entering a car?
Yes. Pay the admission (adults ¥2,000, elementary school age and under free) at the gate on the day. There are no advance tickets.
Can I see the cars up close?
Yes, with a paddock ticket (adults ¥1,000, elementary school age and under free).
Is there parking?
Yes, free general parking is available, though spaces are limited.
Is food available?
Yes, food vendors set up in the paddock.

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