Japan Racing Association, also known as JRA, is a privately owned entity headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1954, it employs approximately 20 individuals and reported $968,626.0 in revenue as of 2023. Functioning as a tier 3 media tech buyer, the association serves as the governing body for horse racing in Japan.
On March 2, 2026, Forever Young was reported safe in Dubai as geopolitical conflict extended to the United Arab Emirates, where horses prepare for the March 28 Dubai World Cup (G1) at Meydan Racecourse. Previously, on February 10, Panja Tower (JPN) lined up for the Group 2 USD$2m 1351 Turf Sprint Presented by Qiddiya City at King Abdulaziz Racecourse, aiming to secure consecutive victories for Japan in the event. Earlier that month, on February 5, Kyoko Maekawa, Japan's first female trainer, targeted the $20 million Group 1 Saudi Cup with Sunrise Zipangu (JPN) at King Abdulaziz Racecourse. In January, on the 20th, the Japan Racing Association's (JRA) flagship international contest, the Japan Cup, shared the top spot as the world's best race, an achievement secured by Calandagan's victory in the race a month after his Champion Stakes win. This followed the JRA's report on January 4 that its annual wagering in 2025 increased by 5.2% to ¥3.506 trillion (approximately US$22.26 billion) across 288 race meetings, marking its 14th consecutive year of growth, though still below the 1997 record of ¥4.001 trillion.
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Japan Racing Association (JRA) offers 2 products in the sports and media and telecoms services industries. Japan Racing Association (JRA)'s product portfolio comprises of riding and animal sports and media and TV services.
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Japan Racing Association (JRA)'s revenues were less than $10M in 2023. Caretta Research has split Japan Racing Association (JRA)'s revenue into 2 different product categories, the largest of which is horse racing. For full access to Japan Racing Association (JRA)'s revenue breakdown subscribe to Caretta Portal.
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