What other travelers are saying about JRA Racing Museum
You can know more about the history of Japanese horse racing here. Suitable for children too as there are some interactive games. Must go for those first timer to Tokyo Racecourse.
This is a museum that is free to enter.
You can see valuable materials about horse racing, and for a limited time, materials about horses and jockeys who have actually been active recently.
While there are some areas where photography is prohibited, there are many areas where it is possible, such as the experience zone.
There is also an outside exhibit of ponies at certain times, where you can see them. They are calm, so you can take photos, and they are very cute. Even if you are afraid of big horses, I think you will be able to come and see them without any hesitation.
I used it when the racecourse was open.
It was my first time visiting, but I had a lot of fun, with commemorative horses and an event space.
It's not in the photos, but I also got to try my hand at waving the starting flag.
It was fun.
The JRA Racing Museum holds the distinction of being Asia's first museum dedicated to horse racing culture, established in 1991. It houses Japan's Hall of Fame for both horses and horsemen, featuring bronze statues, portraits, and comprehensive information about legendary contributors to Japanese horse racing. The museum also hosts special exhibitions in spring and autumn that showcase different aspects of racing history and culture.
The museum is located within Tokyo Racecourse in Fuchu, accessible via multiple train stations. The closest access point is Fuchu Keiba Seimon Mae Station (7-minute walk), followed by Keio Line Higashi-fuchu Station (10-minute walk), and Fuchu Station (18-minute walk). You can also reach it from JR Musashino Line/Nambu Line Fuchu-Honmachi Station with an 18-minute walk.
The museum operates with varying schedules: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on live race days and off-course betting days, and 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on other days. It's closed on Mondays and Tuesdays from March to November (or the following day if these fall on public holidays), and Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays from December to February, excluding holidays. The museum is also closed during year-end and New Year holidays.
Yes, the museum is very family-friendly and offers engaging experiences for children. Interactive displays include life-size model horses, starter demonstrations, and hands-on exhibits that help children understand horse racing mechanics. The museum specifically designs activities to appeal to younger visitors while providing educational content about thoroughbred horses and racing culture.
