The Nikkei Sho 2026 is a key Grade 2 staying race in Japan, serving as an important trial for the Tenno Sho (Spring). This page provides early betting odds, race details, and entry information for international bettors.
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Race Overview
| Race | Nikkei Sho |
|---|---|
| Grade | G2 |
| Distance | 2500m |
| Surface | Turf |
| Location | Nakayama Racecourse |
| Date | March 28, 2026 |
Why International Bettors Follow
- Access to Ante-Post betting markets before final declarations
- NRNB (Non-Runner No Bet) options available with selected bookmakers
- Competitive Fixed Odds markets on race day
- Major preparatory race for the Tenno Sho (Spring)
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.
Last updated: March 28, 2026
Odds shown below are subject to change. Some bookmakers may temporarily remove ante-post markets.
| Horse | Stake | JRA (SP) |
|---|---|---|
| 1st:My Universe | 4.4 | 7.0 |
| 2nd:Mikuni Inspire | 4 | 4.0 |
| 3rd:Rousham Park | 6.25 | 6.2 |
| 4th:Echt | 23 | 41.4 |
| 5th:Shining Sword | 14 | 12.4 |
| 6th:Meiner Celerius | 41 | 41.8 |
| 7th:Cosmo Kuranda | 2.35 | 2.8 |
| 8th:Chuck Nate | 31 | 27.8 |
| 9th:Wholeness | 51 | 79.4 |
| 10th:Ask Nice Show | 18 | 14.1 |
| 11th:Libyan Glass | 34 | 46.6 |
| 12th:Brave Rocker | 51 | 66.8 |
| 13th:Ho O No Side | 351 | 352.9 |
| 14th:Mystery Way | 23 | 24.5 |
| 15th:Christmas Parade | 41 | 38.9 |
Entries
| My Universe |
|---|
| Cosmo Curanda |
| Rousham Park |
| Mikuni Inspire |
| Shining Sword |
| Ask Nice Show |
| Echt |
| Mystery Way |
| Meiner Celerius |
| Libyan Glass |
| Wholeness |
| Christmas Parade |
| Faust Rasen |
| Chuck Nate |
| Brave Rocker |
| Ho O No Side |
Previous Year Result
| Position | Horse |
|---|---|
| 1st | Meiner Emperor |
| 2nd | Chuck Nate |
| 3rd | Urban Chic |
Historical Winners
| Year | Horse |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Meiner Emperor |
| 2024 | Struve |
| 2023 | Titleholder |
| 2022 | Titleholder |
| 2021 | Win Marilyn |
