The Niigata Jump Stakes 2026 is one of Japan’s premier J-G3 steeplechase races. Run over 3,250 metres on turf at Niigata Racecourse, the race is a major summer jumping event and an important stepping stone toward Japan’s top autumn and winter jump championships, including the Nakayama Daishogai. This page provides early betting odds, race details, and entry information for international bettors.
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Race Overview
Race
Niigata Jump Stakes
Grade
J-G3
Distance
3250m
Surface
Turf (Jump)
Location
Niigata Racecourse
Date
August 15, 2026
Local Time
4:40 PM (JST)
Race No.
Race 9
Qualification
3YO & Up
Purse
¥54,000,000
Why International Bettors Follow
Access to Ante-Post betting markets before final declarations
Fixed Odds markets become available as race day approaches
One of Japan’s leading summer jump races
An important stepping stone toward the Nakayama Daishogai and other major jump races
Features many of Japan’s top steeplechasers
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.
