We provide fixed-odds bookmaker markets for Japan’s biggest Grade 1 races.
This page covers the Japanese Derby 2025 (Tokyo Yushun).
The 2025 Japanese Derby will be held on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at Tokyo Racecourse.
Most international bookmakers offer fixed odds, meaning your odds are locked in at the time you place your bet.
Early markets are often listed as ALL-IN (Ante-Post), which means no refund if your horse does not run.
Closer to race day, markets may switch to NRMB (Non Runner Money Back) or NRNB (Non Runner No Bet).
Japanese Derby 2025 Odds
Odds updated: June 1, 2025 (approx. 2 hours before race)
Fixed odds apply at time of bet. Prices may fluctuate until race start.
| Horse | Gate | 1xBet | Parimatch | Sportsbet.io | William Hill |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croix Du Nord | 13 | 2.30 | 2.30 | 2.10 | 2.25 |
| Masquerade Ball | 17 | 7.00 | 7.00 | 6.00 | 6.50 |
| Shohei | 2 | 15.00 | 15.00 | 13.00 | 13.00 |
| Satono Shining | 18 | 15.00 | 15.00 | 13.00 | 13.00 |
| Eri King | 3 | 16.00 | 16.00 | 14.00 | 41.00 |
Bookmaker Comparison – Key Differences
1xBet – Often releases Japanese G1 ante-post markets about one week in advance. Competitive pricing but limited Each Way options.
William Hill – May offer NRMB/NRNB close to race day. Standard Each Way terms: 1/5 odds, 3 places.
Parimatch – Frequently posts early fixed odds for major Japanese G1 races.
Sportsbet.io – Typically offers race-day fixed odds only (no ante-post). Also provides Top 2 / Top 3 finish markets.
What Is the Japanese Derby?
The Japanese Derby (Tokyo Yushun) is Japan’s most prestigious 3-year-old race, run over 2400 meters at Tokyo Racecourse.
It is the second leg of the Japanese Triple Crown.
Winning the Derby defines a champion in Japanese racing, comparable to the Epsom Derby (UK) or Kentucky Derby (USA).
How to Bet on Japanese Horse Racing from Overseas
International bettors cannot directly bet with JRA unless residing in Japan. However, major global bookmakers offer fixed-odds markets for top Japanese G1 races.
- Fixed odds locked at time of bet
- Early ante-post opportunities
- Each Way betting options
- Top 2 / Top 3 markets
Past Japanese Derby Results & Bookmaker Odds
We archive previous editions to compare bookmaker pricing vs official JRA SP.
2024 Winner: Danon Decile (34.00 – 41.00)
2023 Winner: Tastiera (8.00)
2022 Winner: Do Deuce (5.00)
