The St. Lite Kinen 2026 is a Group 2 race for three-year-old horses in Japan. Run over 2,200 metres on turf at Nakayama Racecourse, the race serves as an important trial for the Kikuka Sho (Japanese St. Leger). The 2026 renewal is scheduled for Sunday, September 13, with a maximum field of 18 runners. This page provides early betting odds, race details, and entry information for international bettors.
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Race Overview
Race
St. Lite Kinen (Japanese St. Leger Trial)
Grade
G2
Distance
2200m
Surface
Turf
Location
Nakayama Racecourse
Date
September 13, 2026
Local Time
3:45 PM (JST)
Race No.
Race 11
Qualification
3YO
Weight
57kg
Total Value
¥118,080,000
Why International Bettors Follow
Access to Japanese racing markets through international bookmakers
A prestigious G2 contest featuring Japan’s leading three-year-olds
An important trial race on the road to the Kikuka Sho (Japanese St. Leger)
Run over 2,200 metres on the demanding Nakayama turf course
Several runners arrive after competing in major Japanese three-year-old races
International bettors can follow the race alongside other major Japanese autumn stakes
Early Betting Odds
Early odds for the St. Lite Kinen may be offered by international bookmakers such as bet365, 1xBet, and other major operators. Markets for Japanese races can change significantly once final declarations and official betting markets are available.
