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Kawaguchi Velodrome

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The Kawaguchi Velodrome is a professional outdoor cycling track situated in Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. It operates as one of the designated venues for the country's Keirin racing circuit, a form of motor-paced track cycling that serves as a legalized betting sport. Like other Japanese velodromes, the facility features steeply banked corners designed specifically for the high speeds of fixed-gear bicycle racing. It hosts regular race meetings that draw spectators and bettors from the local region.

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Where is Kawaguchi Velodrome?

Kawaguchi Velodrome is an outdoor professional cycling track in Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the venues used by Japan's keirin racing circuit.

What type of racing takes place at Kawaguchi Velodrome?

The venue hosts keirin, a form of motor-paced track cycling in which riders race tactically before a high-speed final sprint. Japanese keirin is also connected to a regulated pari-mutuel betting system.

How is keirin different from ordinary track cycling?

In keirin, riders initially follow a pacing motorcycle or similar motorized pacer before the sprint phase begins. The combination of drafting, tactical positioning, and legalized betting distinguishes Japanese keirin from ordinary recreational velodrome racing.

Can visitors watch betting races at Kawaguchi Velodrome?

Kawaguchi is associated with Japan's professional keirin circuit, where races are organized for spectators and betting. It is therefore a working race venue rather than simply a public cycling track.

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