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Hanshin Horse Racing Odds

Japan · By Matthew Glazier

Get the best racing odds for the Takarazuka Kinen, Osaka Hai and Oka Sho.

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Enjoy the Hanshin Racecourse racecards and get the latest form for each runner in every race. There's the chance to get fantastic prices when a meeting comes round.

Colonial Downs ● Just finished
19.46 Colonial Downs
Finished
  1. 1. Timestream
    -120
  2. 2. Blame It On Linda
    +2500
  3. 3. Plenty On Tap
    +1800
See full result for Colonial Downs at 7.46
Gulfstream Result
19.40 Gulfstream Park
Finished
  1. 1. Fourth And Central
    -120
  2. 2. Augustinian
    +1200
  3. 3. Itza Lock
    +350
See full result for Gulfstream at 7.40
Canterbury Result
19.40 Canterbury Park
Finished
  1. 1. Collected Glory
    +138
  2. 2. Taking It All
    +650
  3. 3. Paarl
    +250
See full result for Canterbury at 7.40
Kentucky Downs Result
19.31 Kentucky Downs
Finished
  1. 1. Marcinkowski
    +500
  2. 2. Episist
    +700
  3. 3. Don't Look Now
    +138
See full result for Kentucky Downs at 7.31
Monmouth Park Result
19.23 Monmouth Park
Finished
  1. 1. Booray
    +350
  2. 2. Laura's Love
    +1200
  3. 3. Ride Jordan Ride
    +300
See full result for Monmouth Park at 7.23
Saratoga Result
19.18 Saratoga
Finished
  1. 1. Kipros
    +350
  2. 2. Arequipe
    +2500
  3. 3. Ticket To Fame
    +750
See full result for Saratoga at 7.18

Hanshin at a glance

  • LocationTakarazuka, Hyogo
  • TypeFlat, Turf and dirt
  • LayoutRight-handed
  • Circuitturf outer 2,089m; inner 1,689m
  • Racing since1949
  • Feature raceTakarazuka Kinen

Stages the Takarazuka Kinen, a midsummer Grade 1 near Osaka.

There is eight hours of time difference between the UK and Hanshin Racecourse, with the latter being eight hours ahead. There are two courses including a dirt and a jump track, with Hanshin Racecourse tips available for each race that takes place. You can get the expert opinion on a race and it's mainly down to the form guide and the other data that is provided.

Many racing fans all over the world like to bet on Hanshin Racecourse due to this being an international racecourse. There are huge meetings and races, with five Grade One encounters taking pride of place at this Hyogo track. You can enjoy the chance to place wagers on high-class encounters, with the course having been in operation since 1949.

Bet on the Osaka Hai and Oka Sho at Hanshin Racecourse

There are a couple of notable races at this course in April. You can take advantage of Hanshin Racecourse betting odds for the Osaka Hai which is a turf contest over 2,000 metres. Since 1957, this race has been in operation which is open to thoroughbred colts and fillies who are aged four or older. There's a huge prize for the winning connections, with the race having enjoyed Grade One status since 2017.

Bellagio Opera was able to triumph in this race in 2024 and 2025, winning the encounter for trainer Hiroyuki Uemura. There's also the Oka Sho to enjoy as part of the same Hanshin Racecourse racecards, with this being the Japanese 1,000 Guineas which takes place over 1,600 metres. Three-year-old fillies go to post in this race, with lots of betting markets available for this showdown.

Stellenbosch, Embroidery and Star Anise are some of the recent winners of the race and we are on hand to provide Hanshin Racecourse tips for future renewals. These are always races which attract big crowds and the bookies regularly provide price boosts and extra places for each-way bets.

Takarazuka Kinen is the Jewel in the Crown at Hanshin Racecourse

The Takarazuka Kinen is probably the biggest race at Hanshin Racecourse, with customers looking forward to this June encounter at this Japanese track. This is a turf contest over 2,200 metres, with the race having been inaugurated since 1960. It's another Grade One encounter, with customers looking to take advantage of Hanshin Racecourse betting odds for this high-profile showdown.

Meisho Tabaru was able to land a win in 2025 and 2026, the horse prospering as a four-year-old and a five-year-old. Beyond this race, we'd also draw your attention to the Hanshin Juvenile Fillies and Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes which occur in December. The former is for two-year-old female horses over a mile, while the latter is another Grade One encounter which is popular with racing fans.

Hanshin FAQ

Which is the biggest race at Hanshin Racecourse?
There are lots of Grade One races that feature on Hanshin Racecourse racecards. Perhaps the Takarazuka Kinen is the highest-profile encounter which traditionally takes place in June. Beyond this, there is Osaka Hai and Oka Sho which occur in April, while there are end-of-season races such as Hanshin Juvenile Fillies.
Which are the top races at Hanshin Racecourse?
There are a clutch of Grade One, Grade Two and Grade Three races at Hanshin Racecourse during the racing calendar. The Takarazuka Kinen is the star attraction in June but comes after the Oka Sho in April which is the Japanese equivalent of the 1,000 Guineas.
How do I bet on racing at Hanshin Racecourse?
You can bet on Hanshin Racecourse throughout the season. You can sign up with any of the bookmakers featured at Racing-Odds.com and head to the Japanese horse racing section to find the latest prices. You will find a selection of odds and the chance to bet win-only or each-way.
Where are the Hanshin Racecourse odds?
The team at Racing-Odds.com create Hanshin Racecourse racecards where you can see the latest odds including the best price. You can access any of the available bookmakers where you can sign up and place a wager on the race which interests you the most.

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