When is the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix and how can I watch it?

Round 3 of this year’s F1 season, the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix weekend takes place between April 4–6.

Officially the Formula 1 Lenovo Japanese Grand Prix 2025, the 53-lap Grand Prix starts at 14:00 local time (UTC+9) on Sunday, April 6, at Suzuka Circuit in Suzuka.

Originally built in 1962, it would not be until the 1987 season that the famous ‘crossover’ circuit would appear on the F1 calendar for the first time.

The high-speed track remains one of the ultimate driving challenges, with the snaking ‘S’ Curves, the two commitment-rewarding Degners and the white-knuckle ride of 130R – all highlights in a series of highlights at what is one of F1’s seminal tracks.

Race Highlights: 2024 Japanese Grand Prix

When the event timetable is released, it will appear below and cover the full weekend track schedule, including details of all practice and qualifying sessions, support races, and other special events – plus, of course, that crucial Japanese Grand Prix start time.

The F1 session times can also be found in the Japanese Grand Prix Race Hub, where you can choose between local time and your own time zone.

All times listed below are local. Suzuka is UTC+9 during the event. Timetable subject to change.

FRIDAY 4 APRIL		Local time
Ferrari Challenge Japan	First Practice Session	09:00 - 09:45
Paddock Club	Paddock Club Track Tour	09:55 - 10:35
Paddock Club	Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk	10:00 - 11:00
FIA	F1 Car Presentation	10:00 - 11:00
FORMULA 1	FIRST PRACTICE SESSION	11:30 - 12:30
Porsche Carrera Cup Japan	Practice Session	13:00 - 13:45
Formula 1	Teams' Press Conference	13:30 - 14:30
Paddock Club	Paddock Club Track Tour	13:55 - 14:25
Paddock Club	Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk	13:55 - 14:35
FORMULA 1	SECOND PRACTICE SESSION	15:00 - 16:00
Ferrari Challenge Japan	Qualifying Session	16:30 - 17:00

SATURDAY 5 APRIL
Formula 1	Team Pit Stop Practice	09:15 - 09:45
Porsche Carrera Cup Japan	Qualifying Session	10:20 - 10:50
FORMULA 1	THIRD PRACTICE SESSION	11:30 - 12:30
Ferrari Challenge Japan	First Race (30 Mins +1 Lap)	13:10 - 13:45
Paddock Club	Paddock Club Track Tour	13:55 - 14:35
Paddock Club	Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk	13:55 - 14:35
FORMULA 1	QUALIFYING SESSION	15:00 - 16:00
Formula 1	Press Conference	16:00 - 17:00
Porsche Carrera Cup Japan	First Race (10 Laps or 30 Mins)	17:00 - 17:35
Paddock Club	Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk	17:50 - 18:20
Paddock Club	Paddock Club Track Tour	17:50 - 18:20
F1 Experiences	F1 Experiences Champions Club Trophy Photo & Grid Walk	18:20 - 19:20

SUNDAY 6 APRIL
Ferrari Challenge Japan	Second Race (30 Mins +1 Lap)	09:45 - 10:20
Porsche Carrera Cup Japan	Second Race (10 Laps or 30 Mins)	11:00 - 11:35
Paddock Club	Paddock Club Track Tour	11:55 - 12:35
Paddock Club	Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk	11:55 - 12:50
Formula 1	Drivers' Parade	12:00 - 12:30
Formula 1	National Anthem	13:44 - 13:46
FORMULA 1	GRAND PRIX (53 LAPS OR 120 MINS)	14:00 - 16:00

SUZUKA, JAPAN - APRIL 07: Visa Cash App RB fans show their support prior to the F1 Grand Prix of — The Japanese Grand Prix has some of the most passionate fans on the F1 calendar

How can I watch the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix?

Nothing beats being there in person. It’s the closest you can get to Formula 1!

Suzuka is a track that has perhaps witnessed an unfair share of legendary F1 moments. Featuring a unique set of fans with an unabashed commitment to playing Formula 1 dress-up, a Ferris wheel, and great food, Japan is a must-visit destination for any fan.

Wherever you’re watching from, details of the broadcaster in your area can be found here.

You can also watch the Japanese Grand Prix via F1 TV Pro (in selected countries only).

To view the full 2025 F1 calendar, click here.