The Niigata Nisai Stakes 2026 is Japan’s first Grade 3 mile race for the two-year-old generation. Run over 1,600 metres on the turf at Niigata Racecourse, the race has produced numerous future Grade 1 stars and Classic contenders, making it one of the country’s most important juvenile races. This page provides early betting odds, race details, and entry information for international bettors.
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Race Overview
Race
Niigata Nisai Stakes
Grade
G3
Distance
1600m
Surface
Turf
Location
Niigata Racecourse
Date
August 23, 2026
Local Time
3:25 PM (JST)
Race No.
Race 7
Qualification
2YO
Purse
¥74,180,000
Why International Bettors Follow
Access to Ante-Post betting markets before final declarations
Fixed Odds markets become available as race day approaches
Japan’s first Grade 3 mile race for the new two-year-old generation
A proven launching pad for future Grade 1 winners and Classic contenders
Run on Niigata’s famous long home straight, rewarding acceleration and stamina
Betting Odds (Race Day)
Unlike major G1 races, odds for most JRA G2 and G3 races are generally released on race day by international bookmakers such as bet365 and 1xBet. These markets are typically offered as fixed odds, and early Ante-Post markets are rarely available.
