[NAPAC Fuji 24-Hour Race] The “Latest Outfits” of the Race Ambassadors Gathered at the Foot of Mount Fuji

She captivated the attention of over 60,000 spectators—a record-breaking turnout!

Amid an atmosphere so electric it seemed to make the light rain boil, Round 3 of the Super Taikyu Series, the “NAPAC Fuji 24-Hour Race” (June 5–7), was held at Fuji Speedway. This year saw a record-breaking attendance of 64,900 people, who reveled in Japan’s only “all-night race.”

Adding color to the intense competition were over 100 beautiful race ambassadors who had gathered from all over the country. During the pre-race pit walk, fans flocked to catch a glimpse of them.

The crowd was particularly dense around Nanase Takahashi, a popular race ambassador with over 250,000 Instagram followers. Dressed in a vibrant white and red costume, she smiled and struck a pose whenever a camera was pointed at her.

What caught the eye was that many of the ambassadors were wearing some sort of accessory. From headbands to character-themed pouches, they each accessorized in their own unique way.

“Two years ago, when the title ‘Race Ambassador’ was introduced in Super GT—Japan’s premier racing series—it sparked a change in the ambassadors’ outfits. Designs that emphasize cuteness and approachability have increased, shifting away from the traditionally revealing styles.

Idol-style and school uniform-style outfits have become the mainstream, and more people are wearing accessories like headbands and hats to stand out,” said Kumiko Kato, an automotive lifestyle journalist.

It also seems that cosplay-style outfits have become more common. Teams dressed in “Neon Genesis Evangelion” cosplay and ambassadors in oiran-style outfits attracted large crowds of fans.

No matter what outfits they wear, their dazzling smiles—which captivate fans—remain unchanged.

From the June 26 & July 3, 2026, combined issue of *FRIDAY*