Nikkei Sho

It is run over a distance of 2,500 metres at Nakayama Racecourse in March.

[1] The Nikkei Sho was first run in 1953 and was elevated to Grade 2 status in 1984.

Among the winners of the race have been Symboli Rudolf, Rice Shower, Meisho Doto, Matsurida Gogh, Fenomeno and Gold Actor.

The race is run at Nakayama Racecourse over a distance of 2,500 meters on turf using the inner curve.

[2]Allowances:2 kg for fillies / mares Penalties: 1 The 2011 race took place at Hanshin Racecourse over a distance of 2,400 metres.