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COPPA DI HIMEJI 2026 — Classic Car Rally from Himeji Castle

Himeji Castle & Otemae Park (Himeji City, Hyogo)

location
Himeji Castle & Otemae Park (Himeji City, Hyogo)
period
June 6, 2026 (Sat) - June 7, 2026 (Sun)
cost
Free to watch (participation is by paid entry only)

Why You Should Visit

A two-day, ~400 km classic car rally that starts from Himeji Castle, crosses the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge to Awaji Island on Day 1, then loops back through the North Harima town of Nishiwaki and on to Shiso — before heading out from Himeji toward Murotsu and Aioi on Day 2. Around 126 pre-war and early post-war machines take part, with selection favoring older years and rare provenance — a celebration of automotive heritage. The full route is kept under wraps, but visitors can see the cars up close around Himeji Castle and at Otemae Park before and after the start. Recommended for car enthusiasts and photographers.

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Essentials

location
Himeji Castle & Otemae Park (Himeji City, Hyogo)
period
June 6, 2026 (Sat) - June 7, 2026 (Sun)
cost
Free to watch (participation is by paid entry only)
access
About a 15-min walk north along Otemae-dori from Himeji Station (JR / Sanyo Electric Railway) to Himeji Castle and Otemae Park.
NOTE
【Route overview】 (lead-car estimates — actual times may vary)

▼Day 1: Sat 6/6 — Himeji → Kasai → Awaji → Nishiwaki → Shiso
- 7:00 Registration opens
- 8:50 Start at Himeji Otemae Park (PC competition)
- 9:30 Kotani Co., Ltd. (PC competition)
- 12:20 Akashi Kaikyo National Park (demonstration run)
- 14:35 Nishiwaki City Hall (PC competition)
- 15:35 Shiso City Hall (PC competition)
- 16:45 Arrive at Aclehi Himeji

▼Day 2: Sun 6/7 — Himeji → Aioi
- 9:50 Depart Aclehi Himeji
- Himeyama Park loop / Tegara area / Hamade area / Murotsu–Aioi area / Route 2 back to Himeji
- 12:20 Finish at Himeji Otemae Park
- 13:50 Closing ceremony

【Entries】
Around 126 cars.

【Selection】
Priority given to older models and cars with notable history.

【For spectators】
- Cars can be viewed up close around Himeji Castle and Otemae Park before and after the start.
- Times above are lead-car estimates only; the office may not be able to answer detailed roadside-route inquiries.

【Participant entry (reference)】
- Entry sheet downloadable from the official site.
- Early close: by 12:59 on Tue, 2026/2/10.

【Contact】
- Tel: 079-292-0213 (weekday daytime only)
- Fax: 079-292-0884
- Instagram: @coppa_di_himeji

出典: COPPA DI HIMEJI 2026 公式WEBサイト

FAQ

Do I need a booking or ticket to watch?
Watching is free and requires no booking. The car display and start/finish around Himeji Castle and Otemae Park are open to anyone.
What route does it follow and when do the cars pass?
Day 1 starts at Himeji Otemae Park and runs through Kasai, Awaji, Nishiwaki and Shiso before arriving at Aclehi Himeji. Day 2 heads from Himeji toward Aioi and back to Otemae Park. Estimated checkpoint times are listed on the official route-map page (lead-car estimates only). Otemae Park is the most reliable place to catch the start and finish.
How can I take part as a driver?
Entries for 2026 closed early on Tue 2026/2/10 at 12:59. For future editions, please check the official website.
Is the event held in the rain?
Generally held in light rain, but some elements such as the escort car may change. Check the official site and Instagram for the latest updates.
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