Experience the world's premier cycling race in Saitama, Japan! Would you like to watch a thrilling race featuring the world's top athletes from a special seat? We've prepared some plans to suit various viewing styles, perfect for both avid cycling fans and first-time spectators. Come create wonderful memories during your trip to Japan at the Saitama Criterium!
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The Highlight
The "Tour de France Saitama Criterium" is the world's first event to bear the name of the most prestigious cycling race, the "Tour de France." Top riders who excelled in that year's Tour de France, along with other elite cyclists, will gather to compete fiercely in Saitama, Japan.
Celebrating its 11th year, this event offers special hospitality packages to suit every fan's viewing style. Experience the breathtaking race as top athletes speed through the high-rise buildings of Saitama Shintoshin and enjoy an unforgettable moment that can only be found here.
The Experience
About the Main Race In this criterium-style race, top international and domestic riders will compete on a special course of approximately 3.5 km per lap for a total of 17 laps. Just like the Tour de France, the race features multiple awards such as the Points Classification, King of the Mountains, and Best Young Rider, making the competition even more exciting.
◆Our Plans We have prepared hospitality package plans with special experiences to match your viewing style.
- 【Gold Plan】 Recommended for those who want to feel the excitement up close by participating in the pre-event celebration and interacting with the riders.
<MAIN BENEFIT> Participate in the pre-event celebration, Watch the pre-event (fan appreciation festival),Tour of the Team Pit area, Award ceremony viewing, Commemorative photo at the Award ceremony, Souvenir (Original race cap product by Santini signed by any athletes) Time trial race A race in which each athlete or team starts in pairs and competes to see who can reach the finish line the fastest. <Team time trial race> Overseas invited players and domestic participating players (3 players per group) (planned) 〇 <Individual time trial race> Seven female and male junior athletes, seven pairs of paracycling athletes 73rd Chichibunomiya Official Cup Saitama Prefecture Bicycle Road Race Winners (2 people) (planned) The number of participating athletes may be subject to change. Female athletes, junior male athletes, and paracycling athletes may only participate in the individual time trial race. ★Criterium Main Race (17 laps)★ Participants run 17 laps of a course measuring approximately 3.5 km each, and the first athlete to cross the finish line wins. An exciting race with all competitors participating (All athletes Excluding female athletes, junior male athletes, and paracycling athletes) The number of participating athletes may be subject to change. *Female athletes, junior male athletes, and paracycling athletes may only participate in the individual time trial race. Awards Ceremony etc.
<SEATING AREA>
Team Pit Area inside Saitama Super Arena
*For more detailed , please check the following websites. Japanese: https://www.sports-his.com/bicycle/criterium/ Traditional Chinese: https://www.sports-his.com/bicycle/criterium/zh/ English: https://www.sports-his.com/bicycle/criterium/en/
- 【Bronze Plan】 The perfect plan for first-time spectators to enjoy the race atmosphere without any fuss.
<MAIN BENEFIT> Souvenir (confectionery, etc.) <SEATING AREA> Roll-back seats (stair seats) inside Saitama Super Arena
Sample Schedule for Each Plan ■ Gold Plan
- November 8th (Sat): Fan appreciation event, pre-event celebration.
- November 9th (Sun): Various events, Time trial race, Main Criterium Race, podium ceremony, etc.
■ Bronze Plan
- November 9th (Sun): Various events, Time trial race, Main Criterium Race, podium ceremony, etc.
*For more detailed schedules, please check the following websites. Japanese: https://www.sports-his.com/bicycle/criterium/ Traditional Chinese: https://www.sports-his.com/bicycle/criterium/zh/ English: https://www.sports-his.com/bicycle/criterium/en/
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please present the voucher at the designated location and exchange it for a printed ticket.
Purchase Notice
<General>
Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Applications will close once the number of tickets sold has been reached.
After applying, a confirmation email will be sent to the email address you registered.
Tickets can be redeemed for a voucher at the information desk inside the venue on the day of the event.
Ticket purchasers will be contacted via email in mid- to late October with details on ticket redemption and entry procedures.
- We will not provide compensation for tickets not being received under any circumstances, including transportation delays.
- Ticket handling will be governed by the event organizers (Saitama Criterium Organizing Committee, Saitama Sports Commission).
- Spectator seating is unreserved seating within designated areas. Please note that seat assignments are not possible.
- Event video, photos, articles, and individual records may be published by the organizers and third parties approved by the organizers in promotional materials such as event programs and posters, as well as on television, radio, in newspapers, magazines, and online media for the purpose of event management and promotion.
- This service may not be provided in the event of natural disasters, accidents, or force majeure.
Important Booking Information
<About the Spectating Area>
- After exchanging your ticket, you are free to enter, exit, and re-enter the venue.
- Please watch the race in the designated viewing area.
<About Securing the Race Course>
- Traffic restrictions will be in place on surrounding roads from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
- Spectators are only permitted in designated viewing areas.
- Please refrain from dangerous behavior such as leaning onto the course, leaning on the fence, or placing flags, fans, or hands outside the fence.
- Please be careful not to leave cheering merchandise, garbage, clothing, or other items on the course.
- Cheering banners, flags, etc. cannot be attached to the fence.
- Watching with an umbrella may interfere with the viewing of others. Please wear a raincoat in the event of rain.
- Please note that crossing the course is prohibited during traffic restrictions.
- Please be considerate of other spectators when spectating.
- Please refrain from reserving a viewing spot by leaving your belongings.
- Watching from stairs or climbing fences or structures is prohibited as it is dangerous.
- Using ladders or pedestals to watch the race is prohibited.
- Flying drones or other devices around the venue is extremely dangerous and please prohibited by doing so.
<How to get to the venue>
- There is no parking available near the venue. Please use public transportation when coming to the venue.
- If you are coming by bicycle, please use designated bicycle parking areas.
- The organizers are not responsible for theft or other losses.
- Thefts of high-end sports bicycles have been frequent, so please take adequate precautions, such as locking your bicycle.
- Parking your bicycle on sidewalks or anywhere other than designated bicycle parking areas is prohibited.
<Other>
- Please take your trash with you when you leave. Do not litter.
- Please refrain from smoking along the course. ・Painting messages of support or other messages on the road or on installed objects is prohibited. ・If you notice anything suspicious, please immediately notify a nearby police officer or staff member. ・Please cooperate in ensuring your own safety and the safety of those around you, and in maintaining the course so that participants can concentrate on the race. ・If you do not follow the instructions of staff, you may be forced to leave the venue. Thank you for your understanding.
Cancellation Policy
- Non-refundable (0% refund)