Boat Race Omura: The birthplace of boat racing in Japan. Located in Omura City, Nagasaki Prefecture, this is where it all began. In 1952, Boat Race Omura hosted the world’s first-ever publicly sponsored boat race, making it a landmark in motorsport history. Like several venues across Japan, Omura also features exciting nighttime races, where powerful lights reflect off the water, adding intensity and atmosphere to every turn and splash. The venue offers both indoor and outdoor seating, with clea