~ A spectacular performance by J’S RACING development driver Kota Umemoto ~

J’s Corporation Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Ibaraki City, Osaka Prefecture; Representative Director: Junichi Umemoto; hereinafter “the Company”) competed in the HONDA FK8 & FL5 class at the “CTAC2026 (Central Time Attack Challenge)” held at Central Circuit (Hyogo Prefecture) on March 8, 2026, with its demo car FL5. The team recorded a best time of 1 minute 24.2 seconds, securing first place in the class.

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■ “CTAC2026”: The Race to Determine the Fastest Lap at Central Circuit

CTAC (Central Time Attack Challenge) is a time attack event that enjoys immense popularity in the Kansai region, held under the concept of “determining who is the fastest at Central Circuit.”
The event features time attacks in the morning and one-make battles using race-spec vehicles in the afternoon, attracting attention as an event that combines both competitive and spectator appeal.
On the day of the event, competition took place across six classes: the VERTEX Overall Class, the HONDA FF・FK8 & FL5 Class, the RX-8 Class, the Radial TB/Radial NA/Import/Middle Class, the SWIFT Class, and the ROADSTER・Fit・Kcar Class, with drivers competing for the top times in each class.

■J’S RACING development driver Kota Umemoto delivers a spectacular performance; the FL5 sets the fastest time in its class

■Spectacular performance by J’S RACING development driver Kota Umemoto; FL5 sets class-leading time J’S RACING competed in the HONDA FK8 & FL5 class with its FL5 demo car.
At the wheel was J’S RACING development driver Kota Umemoto. Through precise control at the limit and aggressive driving, he pushed the car’s potential to the absolute maximum, setting consistent laps and continuously improving his time. Ultimately, he recorded a class-leading time of 1 minute 24.2 seconds.
His performance went beyond simply setting a new record; it demonstrated the FL5’s potential at Central Circuit and left a powerful impression on spectators.

Furthermore, these results are a testament to the drivers’ exceptional skills and the vehicle development and setup expertise that J’S RACING has honed over many years on the racetrack.
The technology refined in the extreme environment of the racetrack will be incorporated into future product development and tuning, further expanding the potential of Honda vehicles.
J’S RACING will continue to hone its technical capabilities through motorsports and, by pursuing “beyond the limits,” contribute to the evolution of Honda tuning and the enhancement of the brand’s value.

[About J’s Corporation Co., Ltd.]

J’s Corporation operates “J’s Racing,” a brand specializing in Honda vehicles.
Guided by the philosophy that “parts development is always honed on the racetrack,” the company develops and sells products that are highly regarded worldwide. In addition to its vehicle sales business, which handles approximately 2,500 units annually, and the high-performance mirror brand “Craft Square,” the group operates a wide range of businesses through its subsidiaries, including J’s Trans Co., Ltd., which handles logistics, and Central Circuit Co., Ltd., which operates a JAF-certified racetrack.

[About Central Circuit Co., Ltd.]

Central Circuit Co., Ltd. is a premier motorsports venue located in Taka Town, Taka District, Hyogo Prefecture. As one of the Kansai region’s leading full-scale racing circuits, it has been a favorite among drivers and teams since its opening in 1996. As a JAF-certified circuit with a total length of 2.804 km, it hosts a wide variety of track days and racing events throughout the year for both four-wheeled and two-wheeled vehicles.

Media Inquiries

J’s Racing PR Office (Kyodo PR)
Contacts: Endo, Oshima, Kobayashi
TEL: 06-4400-9641
E-mail: jsracing-pr@kyodo-pr.co.jp

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