Suzuka Circuit

Suzuka, Japan

PERMANENT CIRCUIT

🏁 CIRCUIT GUIDE

Complete track information and racing characteristics

Track Specifications
Length: 5.807km
Total Corners: 18
(9 left, 9 right)
Longest Straight: 1,250m
DRS Zones: 2
Surface: Asphalt
Physical Characteristics
Altitude: 45m above sea level
Elevation Change: 40m
(Highest to lowest point)
Difficulty Rating: Very Difficult ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Location Details
City: Suzuka
Country: Japan (JP)
Timezone: Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates:
34.84310000Β°, 136.54070000Β°
Elevation Profile

Considerable elevation changes with low point between Turns 1-2 and high point after Spoon bend. Drivers drop downhill from final corners making braking particularly tricky.

Notable Corners & Sections

S Curves

high speed complex

Iconic flowing sequence requiring perfect rhythm and precision

130R

high speed

Legendary high-speed left corner testing aerodynamic stability and driver courage

Spoon Curve

medium speed complex

Challenging double-apex corner requiring perfect entry and exit timing

Degner Curves

technical chicane

Tricky right-hand sequence with limited run-off areas

Casio Triangle

chicane

Final chicane leading to main straight - key overtaking opportunity

Circuit Overview

Unique figure-8 layout making it the only F1 circuit with such configuration. Legendary drivers favorite featuring perfect balance of high-speed flowing sections and technical challenges. Historical venue for many championship deciders.

β›… Weather Impact

Changeable weather conditions typical for Japan region. Rain can create mixed conditions across different sections of the long circuit.

🏎️ Lap Record
Time: 1:30.965
Driver: Andrea Kimi Antonelli
Year: 2025
πŸ—ΊοΈ Track Layout
Trackmap Suzuka Circuit

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Track Reference

This track layout shows the current configuration used for Formula 1 racing.

Track maps may vary in style and format. For detailed sector information and technical specifications, refer to external sources.

πŸ“Š Detailed Track Analysis

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🏁 Recent Races

Japanese Grand Prix 2026

Mar 27, 2026