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Race days and dress codes in Japan

Race days in Japan worth dressing for, with each club's dress code.

November 2026

  • flagshipSun 29 Nov 2026

    Japan Cup

    Tokyo, Japan

    Women: Smart casual to elegant. Comfortable footwear required for walking grounds. Many attendees dress smartly for this significant cultural event. Men: Smart casual to business casual. No strict dress code, but smart dressing is recommended for this prestigious event. Good walking shoes essential. Millinery: Expected as a statement accessory for this prestigious event. Autumn 2026 millinery trends: sculptural pieces, theatrical headwear, rainbow-colored hats, cloche hats, chainmail coifs, Victorian-style bonnets, crochet skullcaps. Style: Autumn 2026: Vintage opulence and theatrical drama (Opera aesthetic); historical revivalism (18th-century military, 1920s styles); maximalist accessories and heirloom jewelry; Laced up aesthetic (lace collars, bandanas); Brooched style (vintage costume jewelry); theatrical and period drama references

December 2026

  • flagshipSun 27 Dec 2026

    Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix)

    Nakayama, Japan

    Women: Elegant; formal attire for premium enclosures. Men: Smart casual to business casual; jacket and neck-tie for premium enclosures. Millinery: Recommended as statement piece for this final grand race of the year. December 2026: structured and theatrical headwear. Style: End of year 2026: Theatrical elements, maximalist accessories, period-inspired and vintage opulence for year-end celebration

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