OUR STORY

Japanese Garden Adjacent to the clubhouse at THE MAGARIGAWA CLUB lies a symbolic Japanese garden. Each stone and plant was carefully selected to harmonize with the clubhouse's landscape, designed by the esteemed landscape architect, Hachirou Sakakibara. The design emphasizes harmony with distant mountains and buildings, establishing a focal point to refine the overall composition.。

Specializing in luxury hospitality and residential design, Joyce Wang’s eponymous studio has earned international acclaim and an impressive global portfolio in just a few short years. We are extremely fortunate and excited as a studio to be able to work together with The Magarigawa Club. The interior design will take cues from signature bends of the surrounding mountains, whilst its material palette and detailing will celebrate craft and authenticity.

An extraordinary track where anyone can enjoy driving. When I first heard about the idea of creating a private Japanese Club Circuit in Tokyo, I immediately got excited to get involved in this project. The extremely hilly topography offers an astonishing basis for the track and makes the layout absolutely unique in the world. Although we have designed and realized over 80 racetracks worldwide including 19 Formula One circuits, this project was very special to us and we are proud to be part of it. Drivers will enjoy mid-speed, technical sections as well as two high-speed straights of the 3.5 km track, which incorporates highest safety and environmental standards. It will be ideal for all kinds of driver skills. As a car enthusiast and racing driver myself, I can't wait to drive my first laps at this amazing unique track.

Maeda Corporation started its business in 1919 as a civil engineering firm working in mountainous areas. At present, the firm is involved with projects both in and outside of Japan in the areas of dam, tunnel, and bridge construction as well as in the construction of hotels and condominiums. However, we have not been involved in the construction of a road course, until now. When we first heard about the scale of this project, which is like nothing else in the world we’ve heard of, I was taken aback. I can remember the exhilaration I felt at hearing about this ambitious project. I think it will be a real challenge for us but also a project for which the expertise that we’ve accumulated over our 100 years in the business is uniquely suited. The construction will span three years, and over 800 of our workers will be on site. As we perfect various aspects of the project, we are looking forward to its completion.

Getting its start on a small go-kart track, TECPRO barriers became the first barrier to pass the globally recognized FIA Standard We kept in mind that we must protect the lives of all drivers on the circuit, which includes those driving race cars and road cars. We also try to find a color that will blend in with the natural environment and let drivers feel like they are driving through the forest. An extraordinary track and extraordinary hospitality I believe all club members are likely expect the very best of all that life has to offer. It is a pleasure to be included in this group and be a part of this project in Japan.

Accurate and Reliable Insights brings a driver more performance and more enjoyment I was impressed when I saw the track design. It’s a private space surrounded by nature. Perfect to relax after a busy week. The combination of corners reminds me of some corners of the best international race tracks on the globe. The clubhouse is also very beautiful, and I really want to drive on this tricky course. THE MAGARIGAWA CLUB will be a club loved by the world. Starting from timing systems for radio-controlled cars, MYLAPS grew towards the highest levels of racing globally, in terms of all motorsports, horse racing, running and cycling. Now we are very pleased to be able to contribute to improving the performance of club members.

A circuit like no other created by the world-renowned racetrack designer Tilke Engineers & Architects I’ve designed many circuits over the last three decades, and each and every one of them is truly unique. Whether it’s designing for the F1, for motorcycle racing, or for the spectators, I refuse to limit myself to existing concepts. So it’s been one challenge after another for me. Which is why, when a project is finally completed, I feel a real sense of joy. Once the circuit is finished, I’d love to be the first one to drive it!/p>

An extraordinary track where anyone can enjoy driving. When I first heard about the idea of creating a private Japanese Club Circuit in Tokyo, I immediately got excited to get involved in this project. The extremely hilly topography offers an astonishing basis for the track and makes the layout absolutely unique in the world. Although we have designed and realized over 80 racetracks worldwide including 19 Formula One circuits, this project was very special to us and we are proud to be part of it. Drivers will enjoy mid-speed, technical sections as well as two high-speed straights of the 3.5 km track, which incorporates highest safety and environmental standards. It will be ideal for all kinds of driver skills. As a car enthusiast and racing driver myself, I can't wait to drive my first laps at this amazing unique track.

Designing and managing traditional Japanese gardens and landscapes for over 170 yearsEstablished as a garden and landscaping firm during the final years of Japan’s Edo Period, our company has been planting, designing, and nurturing gardens for over 170 years-and staying true to our traditions. Recently, we transplanted a large tree that has been living since the Edo Period. While we made use of high-tech machinery for its transport, we also leveraged traditional tree-handling skills which we’ve developed over the generations. We believe that it is essential to leverage not only the latest technology but also traditional techniques, making use of one or the other or both depending on the situation. When we first heard about the plan to build the world’s first private driving course here in Japan, we wondered what part our firm would have to play in the project. Now, we are truly excited about and thoroughly engaged in it. We hope that people from around the world will come and appreciate the unique beauty Japan has to offer.

Whenever I’m working on a design, I ask myself two questions: Does this building work with the surrounding environment? And, is this design unique, a design that can only be found here? My design for the clubhouse at THE MAGARIGAWA CLUB was inspired by “Shinden-Zukuri”, an architectural style that can be traced back to Japan’s Heian period. The design of the clubhouse is a fusion of traditional elements and modern technology. While its motif is centered on a traditional Japanese style emphasizing a harmonious relationship with nature, it also expresses the sensation of speed and excitement of motorsports through the use of glass, metal, and cutting-edge technology. Achieving balance with the natural environment is a key feature of Japanese aesthetics. In regards to the other buildings that I designed, I think I was able to develop a style that works in harmony with the surrounding environment by choosing a nature-based motif and making use of the topography of the location. I think what makes the MAGARIGAWA Club truly unique—and really like no other driving club in the world—is this fusion of traditional Japanese aesthetics with advanced technology and its harmonious existence in the natural environment.

It’s been over four decades since I first became involved in motorsports. And, over the years, I’ve driven in all sorts of environments. In recent years however, in order to further master my driving techniques and more fully enjoy driving my favorite vehicles, I’ve found myself driving mainly at racing circuits here in Japan. MAGARIGAWA’s course is like no other, featuring uphill curves and replicating unique aspects of Japanese roads. It is also challenging, encouraging you to envision navigating Japan’s narrow, winding “Touge” mountain passes. Instead of being a place for competitive racing, the driving course at MAGARIGAWA is suited ideally for learning, practicing, and improving one’s skills behind the wheel—independent of your level of experience or the performance of your automobile. I hope other motorsports enthusiasts will make use of MAGARIGAWA’s driving course in order to better understand the capabilities of their automobiles, learn how to best handle their cars on the road, and enjoy driving like never before. It is also my hope that, by taking lessons with me and my team, you will be able to achieve your car’s full potential and experience all that your vehicle has to offer.

It’s been over four decades since I first became involved in motorsports. And, over the years, I’ve driven in all sorts of environments. In recent years however, in order to further master my driving techniques and more fully enjoy driving my favorite vehicles, I’ve found myself driving mainly at racing circuits here in Japan. MAGARIGAWA’s course is like no other, featuring uphill curves and replicating unique aspects of Japanese roads. It is also challenging, encouraging you to envision navigating Japan’s narrow, winding “Touge” mountain passes. Instead of being a place for competitive racing, the driving course at MAGARIGAWA is suited ideally for learning, practicing, and improving one’s skills behind the wheel—independent of your level of experience or the performance of your automobile. I hope other motorsports enthusiasts will make use of MAGARIGAWA’s driving course in order to better understand the capabilities of their automobiles, learn how to best handle their cars on the road, and enjoy driving like never before. It is also my hope that, by taking lessons with me and my team, you will be able to achieve your car’s full potential and experience all that your vehicle has to offer.

Ensuring our members and their guests receive exceptional service and hospitalityIt was a few years ago when we first heard about the plan to build a private driving course here in Japan. And as we learned more about the ambitious project—to build what will not only be a first in Japan but in the world—we grew more interested and excited. Now the dream is finally becoming a reality. Because a facility of this kind has yet to be operated in Japan, a process of trial and error will be inevitable in the beginning as all those involved in the project work exceptionally hard to realize their vision. It is not true that long-established firms like ours never change. We are constantly taking on new challenges, which eventually become a part of our history and traditions that are inherited and improved over time. With THE MAGARIGAWA CLUB, we are embarking on yet another new challenge as our firms collaborate to produce a kind of private driving course which would only be possible here in Japan. In this endeavor, we will be integrating cutting-edge technology with Japanese culture and Omotenashi—genuine hospitality. We think this will be the start of something truly extraordinary.

The Hakone Turnpike can be compared to The Magarigawa Club's driving course. The road was privately reserved and the winding road was driven in exhilarating conditions under the best weather conditions.

As soon as you enter the clubhouse of The Magarigawa Club, bamboo artwork adorns the ceiling of the entrance. Bamboo is grown, carefully selected, torn into small pieces, coloured and woven one by one. The Banboo Art is created by the bamboo artist Nakatomi Kazu, whose works have been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world.

This video compares driving in a racing simulator and in the field. It gives a more concrete image of driving.

Summer oranges growing wild on the grounds of The Magarigawa Club. Summer oranges are carefully nurtured so that they can be picked and served on the terrace after the facilities open.

Boshu saws have a 450-year history in Minamiboso. Each saw is made by craftsmen from a single steel plate through 24 processes and then passed on to the planters.

In March 2021 we held our third MAGARIGAWA Academy event. A unique experience provided by The Magarigawa Club, the Academy offers our members small group sizes, ample time behind the wheel, and in-depth briefings from professional race car drivers.

Rolls-Royce Cullinan running through the construction site This video makes us look forward to the opening of The Magarigawa Club even more.

In March 2021, we took our first hike in the Magarigawa construction site to seek possibilities of creating a Magarigawa Trekking Course. Birds were singing with fresh air blowing through the woods together with an aroma of soil and sunlight filtering through leaves... Nature is a part of The Magarigawa Club.

In December 2020 we held "MAGARIGAWA Virtual Drive with KAMUI", having Kamui Kobayshi as a special host for the event. Guests drove on the virtual driving course of The Magarigawa Club in a racing simulator. They had a unique experience getting direct 1 on 1 driving lessons from Kamui.

Building a racetrack in the mountains is not something most of the professionals in our business has experienced before. This project is far from easy and requires hard work from many people involved.

We held a SUV driving event "MAGARIGAWA SUV Trail Drive" at our construction site in November 2020. The participants experienced the steep hills of Magarigawa with their own SUVs which was only possible at this timing with the construction moving forward everyday.

In the beginning of June 2020, a groundbreaking ceremony was held to pray for the safety of the construction. Despite the forecast showing a 90% chance of rain that day, the rain actually stopped during the ceremony, and then started again as we were driving away. Perhaps the gods of the weather were also celebrating the official start of our club’s construction.