We are pleased to announce the entertainment and stage plans for “Okazaki Kurumatsuri 2025,” to be held at Okazaki Central General Park on the final day (November 9) of the FIA World Rally Championship Forum 8 Rally Japan 2025, which will host the “Okazaki SSS (Super Special Stage).”
The entertainment programs include:
For the stage events, Pierre Kitagawa will once again provide live commentary for the Okazaki SSS competition. Guests with ties to Okazaki, including Kurenai Tachibana from the Okazaki Rally Support Team, Okazamon, and the Great Ieyasu “Aoi” Samurai Corps, will also take the stage for performances and appearances.
Additionally, we have prepared numerous other content options for everyone to enjoy, from adults to children, including rally car exhibitions, a raffle for Okazaki City specialty products, and hands-on events for children.
Regarding the “1,000 Children Free Admission Program” previously offered at Okazaki SSS, due to its overwhelming popularity and reaching capacity, we have expanded the free admission slots to 1,300 and will continue accepting applications.
Details for each event venue will be announced later on the Rally Japan official website.
Tire Fitting Zone Tour
| Time | Around 11:45 AM～ |
| Content | You can watch up close as tire changes and machine maintenance are performed for the next stage. |
Course Dash & Course Walk
| Time | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM ※After SSS ends |
| Details | We will hold a Course Dash with chances to win luxurious prizes and a Course Walk where everyone can walk together using the competition course. |
Demo Run & Ride-Along Experience
| Time | 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Details | Guests will ride in various car models as they drive on the competition course. This ride-along experience is for winners selected through lotteries and similar events. |
Okazaki Delicious Food Lottery
| Time | Lottery tickets distributed from 9:00 AM ~ Lottery Draws: ①1:15 PM ②2:15 PM ③3:25 PM |
| Details | Lottery tickets will be distributed to the first 100 people at each food and drink booth. Prizes include ride-along experience tickets, Okazemon Cushion Drums (actual items used on the competition course), goods signed by drivers, and Okazaki City specialty products. |
Rally Car Exhibition
| Time | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Details | Numerous rally cars will be on display, including those currently competing in events and legendary rally cars from the past. |
Rally Japan Official Merchandise & WRC Official Merchandise Sales
| Time | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Details | Official merchandise for Forum8 Rally Japan 2025 and WRC official merchandise will be sold. |
Racing Simulator
| Time | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Details | Experience rally driving through a racing simulator. |
Rally Car Mini 4WD Race Experience
| Time | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Details | Race Mini 4WD cars like the WRC GR Yaris on a large course. (Mini 4WD cars available for rental) |
SIGMA Lens Rental
| Time | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Details | Free rental of telephoto lenses for mirrorless cameras. (Limited quantity, ID required) |
Okazaki Kurumamatsuri Kids Experience Event
| Time | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Details | Participate in activities like watching competitions in the kids-only area, racing against rally cars, and an engineer experience (first 100 participants). |
Opening Event
| Time | 9:30 AM ~ |
| Details | Rally Japan Okazaki SSS Opening Event. Features a performance by Okazaki Josai High School’s Japanese Drum Club “Saiki”, a martial arts display by the Great Lord Ieyasu “Aoi” Samurai Corps, and an opening declaration by Mr. Hiroyuki Amano, Captain of the Okazaki City Rally Support Team (via video message). |
| Guests | Host: Pierre Kitagawa Okazaki City Rally Support Squad Deputy Captain: Karen Tachibana (Okazaki City native talent) Acting Captain: Okazamon (unofficial Okazaki City character) Support Squad: Great Lord Ieyasu “Aoi” Busho Troop Okazaki Josai High School Japanese Drum Club “Saiki” |
Forum8 Rally Japan 2025 City Tour Campaign
| Period | November 1 (Sat) – 30 (Sun) |
| Location | Okazaki City |
| Details | Show your Forum 8 Rally Japan 2025 ticket (any ticket, not limited to Okazaki SSS) at the reception desk to receive discounts or services at city sightseeing facilities like Okazaki Castle and participating stores. Participating facilities and stores will be announced on October 30 (Thu) via the Okazaki City Rally Support Team’s SNS and other channels. |
