Japanese Classic Races
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- For other meanings, see Classics (disambiguation).
In horse racing in Japan, The Classics are a series of horse races run over the flat. Each classic is run once each year and is restricted to horses that are three years old. The five races are:
| Race | Date | Distance | Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oka Sho | April | 1,600 metre | Hanshin |
| Satsuki Sho | April | 2,000 metre | Nakayama |
| Yushun Himba | May | 2,400 metre | Tokyo |
| Tokyo Yushun | May / June | 2,400 metre | Tokyo |
| Kikuka Sho | October | 3,000 metre | Kyoto |
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