Vita-01 Race Car Track Experience

VITA-01 Race Car Track Experience

Drive a genuine Japanese race car on a real circuit in Japan. The VITA-01 is not a modified road car or track-prepared sports car — IT IS A PURPOSE-BUILT RACE CAR DESIGNED EXCLUSIVELY FOR CIRCUIT DRIVING.

For Drivers Lounge, the two most important elements of any track experience are fun and safety. We believe they should always come together. That is why we offer a fully race-prepared VITA-01, providing a far more authentic and secure driving experience than a standard sports car track day.

About the VITA-01

The VITA-01is a lightweight Japanese race car renowned for its balance, agility, and driver-friendly handling. While it does not rely on massive horsepower, its low weight and superb chassis dynamics allow it to achieve lap times comparable to many high-performance sports cars.

This makes the VITA-01 both exciting and confidence-inspiring, offering experienced drivers the opportunity to enjoy the raw feedback and precision of a true race car.

Key Specifications

• Purpose-built Japanese race car

• Approx. weight: 560 kg

• Engine: 1.5L naturally aspirated

• Transmission: 5-speed manual (right-hand shifter)

• Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive (RWD)

• Driver aids: No traction control or ABS

• Race equipment: TEIN racing suspension, Wilwood racing brakes, bucket seat, and 5-point harness

The Track Experience

Our VITA-01 is maintained and stored by a professional racing team at Kota Circuit near Nagoya. The circuit is easily accessible, located approximately 40 minutes by direct train from Nagoya Station. Upon arrival at the nearest station, our team will provide a complimentary 15-minute transfer to the circuit.

A typical free practice day consists of 6 × 20-minute driving sessions, beginning at 9:25 AM and concluding around 3:00 PM. While the total track time may appear modest, the physical and mental demands of driving a race car at speed make each session highly rewarding.

Why Kota Circuit?

Kota Circuit is an ideal venue for international drivers because no circuit license course is required. At many larger Japanese circuits, such as Fuji Speedway, drivers must first attend a mandatory license course (usually on a separate day), which can consume a significant portion of their trip and limit available driving sessions.

By operating at Kota Circuit, we are able to offer a more time-efficient and cost-effective race car experience without compromising the quality of the track day.

Professional Coaching

Included in the package is coaching from a professional racing driver with victories and experience in VITA races, Lamborghini Super Trofeo, Super Taikyu GT3 and other professional racing series

Using the AIM professional data logging system, your coach will provide detailed feedback after each session, helping you refine your technique and improve your lap times throughout the day.

Race-Ready Preparation

Every VITA-01 in our fleet is fully race-prepared and maintained to competition standards. These are the same cars we use in actual one-make racing events, ensuring they are kept in peak mechanical condition.

We do not offer tired or poorly maintained vehicles, our goal is to provide an authentic race car experience with equipment capable of performing at its full potential.

Pricing

JPY 278,000 (tax included) - for one VITA-01 race car.

Package includes

• VITA-01 race car rental

• Good-quality used racing tires

• All consumables

• Lap tickets

• Racing gear rental

• Race engineer and mechanic support

• Professional driver coaching

• Round-trip transfer between Kota Station and the circuit

The package is all-inclusive. Provided the car is returned without damage, no additional fees will be charged.

Additional Driver

You may share the day with a friend. An additional driver fee of JPY 33,000 applies for each second driver registered to drive the same car.

Group Bookings

For groups seeking a memorable track day, we have up to four VITA-01 cars available. While racing-style overtaking is not permitted, groups can enjoy a friendly time attack challenge and compare lap times in a safe, controlled environment.

Who Can Participate?

This experience is designed for experienced and advanced track drivers. Because the VITA-01 is a dedicated race car, participants should already be comfortable with circuit driving and manual transmission techniques.

Requirements

• Minimum age: 25 years old

• Proficient in driving a manual transmission

• Confident with heel-toe downshifting and rev matching

• Substantial track driving experience is strongly recommended

• No International Driving Permit is required

If you do not consider yourself an experienced track driver, this experience may not be suitable for you. For qualified drivers, however, it offers one of the most authentic race car experiences available in Japan.

Liability and Security Deposit

Motorsport is an inherently dangerous activity. All participants must sign a waiver acknowledging the risks and accepting responsibility for their participation, including the possibility of injury or death.

Driver Responsibility

The driver is fully responsible for any damage caused while operating the vehicle, including but not limited to:

• Over-revving the engine

• Mis-shifting resulting in transmission or clutch damage

• Collision damage

• Damage caused by improper driving, etc

All cars are equipped with AIM data logging systems, allowing driving data to be reviewed in the event of a dispute.

Security Deposit

A security deposit of JPY 1,000,000 is required before driving.

The deposit may be processed as a credit card authorization hold or provided as a cash deposit.

Book Your VITA-01 Experience

The VITA-01 represents one of the most authentic JDM race car experiences available in Japan. With professional preparation, expert coaching, and a purpose-built racing machine, this is a unique opportunity to experience the thrill of Japanese motorsport firsthand.

If you would like to join us, please contact us with the dates you expect to be in Nagoya, and we will check the Kota Circuit test day schedule for availability.

We look forward to welcoming you to the circuit and sharing the excitement of driving a proper Japanese race car