Umamusume: Pretty Derby
ウマ娘 プリティーダービー
dramaslice of lifesports(2018)
In a world very much like our own, great race horses of the past have a chance to be reborn as "horse girls"—girls with the ears and tails of horses as well as their speed and endurance. The best of these horse girls go to train at Tokyo's Tracen Academy, hopefully moving on to fame and fortune as both racers and idols. Special Week, a high school horse girl from the countryside, has just transferred to Tracen, and she's determined to fulfill her promise to her mother to become the best horse gi
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Kyoto Racecourse
京都競馬場
Kyoto Racecourse serves as the backdrop for several prestigious races in Umamusume, including the Kikuka-sho and Tenno-sho. The traditional atmosphere and scenic mountain backdrop make it one of the most visually striking locations featured in the anime.
Yodo Station 110 min
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Kyoto Racecourse
京都競馬場
Kyoto Racecourse appears in the anime as the prestigious venue for classic races including the Kikuka Sho. The historic atmosphere and traditional architecture of this Kansai track provide an elegant backdrop for important racing scenes in the series.
Yodo Station 110 min
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Oi Racecourse
大井競馬場
Oi Racecourse in Tokyo is featured as a night racing venue in Umamusume, showcasing the unique atmosphere of dirt track racing under lights. The urban setting and distinctive night racing ambiance provide a different flavor compared to the traditional grass track venues.
Oimachi Station 80 min
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Nakayama Racecourse
中山競馬場
Nakayama Racecourse appears in several episodes as another major racing venue in the anime. The distinctive features of this track, including its challenging uphill finish, are accurately depicted when characters compete in races like the Satsuki Sho.
Funabashihoten Station 90 min
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Tokyo Racecourse
東京競馬場
Tokyo Racecourse is one of Japan's premier horse racing venues and serves as a primary setting for many races depicted in Umamusume. The iconic grandstand and track layout are faithfully recreated in the anime, making it the most significant pilgrimage site for fans.
Fuchu-Keiba-Seimon-mae Station 120 min
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Hanshin Racecourse
阪神競馬場
Hanshin Racecourse is featured in the anime as the venue for the Osaka Hai and other important races. The modern facilities and distinctive architecture of this Kansai region track are well-represented in racing scenes involving characters competing in western Japan.
Nigawa Station 100 min
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Nakayama Racecourse
中山競馬場
Nakayama Racecourse is another major racing venue featured in Umamusume, known for hosting the Arima Kinen and other prestigious races. The distinctive architecture and course features are accurately depicted in several episodes of the anime.
Funabashi-Hoten Station 90 min
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Hanshin Racecourse
阪神競馬場
Hanshin Racecourse in Hyogo Prefecture is featured in Umamusume as the venue for several important races including the Takarazuka Kinen. The modern facilities and distinctive track configuration are well-represented in the anime's racing sequences.
Nigawa Station 100 min
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