[Uma Musume Pretty Derby] Kyoto Racecourse – Racecourse Course Front Kyoto Prefecture

About Kyoto Racecourse

Kyoto Racecourse is one of the racecourses that appears in Uma Musume Pretty Derby, modeled after the actual racecourse located in Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. In-game, it is an important stage that cannot be avoided in training, hosting numerous important races including G1 races such as the Emperor’s Cup (Spring) and the Chrysanthemum Cup.

The greatest feature of Kyoto Racecourse is that it is a right-turning course, and particularly the unique course shape in long-distance races. There are two courses—an inner loop and an outer loop—that are used depending on the distance and race. Understanding these characteristics will greatly improve the accuracy of training and race strategy.

Basic Information about Kyoto Racecourse

• Location: Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture (in-game setting)
• Course type: Right-turning
• Surface types: Turf and dirt
• Main racing seasons: Spring (April-May), Autumn (October-November)
• Features: Dual course system with inner and outer loops

Races held at Kyoto Racecourse include many G1 and G2 races, starting with the Chrysanthemum Cup, one of the Classic Triple Crown, as well as the Emperor’s Cup (Spring), Osaka Cup, and Kyoto Kinen. These races serve as important milestones in the career of trained Uma Musume, making it essential to understand the course characteristics.

Course Characteristics of Kyoto Racecourse

Turf Course (Inner Loop)

The inner loop course at Kyoto Racecourse features a relatively tight turning configuration with many corners. With a straight distance of approximately 328m, it demands stamina more than raw speed.

Characteristics of the inner loop course:

• Straight distance: approximately 328m
• Corners: many sharp curves
• Suited running styles: leading, making a run
• Distance aptitude: short to middle distance (1200m～2000m)

On the inner loop course, positioning is extremely important. Due to the many corners, being forced to run wide becomes disadvantageous, and horses that can maintain the inside lane or have strong corner-turning skills gain an advantage.

Turf Course (Outer Loop)

The outer loop course is used for Kyoto Racecourse’s signature long-distance races. With a straight distance of approximately 404m, longer than the inner loop, it features a more spacious course configuration.

Characteristics of the outer loop course:

• Straight distance: approximately 404m
• Corners: gentle curves
• Suited running styles: making a run, closing late
• Distance aptitude: middle to long distance (1800m～3200m)

The outer loop course is particularly used for 3000m-class long-distance races. Since important races like the Emperor’s Cup (Spring) and Chrysanthemum Cup are held on this course, knowledge of it becomes indispensable when training Uma Musume with long-distance aptitude.

Dirt Course

Kyoto Racecourse’s dirt course has four distance settings: 1200m, 1400m, 1800m, and 1900m. While there are fewer races compared to the turf course, it is still an important stage for training Uma Musume with dirt aptitude.

Characteristics of the dirt course:

• Straight distance: approximately 329m
• Track condition impact: significant
• Suited running styles: leading, breaking away
• Power status importance: high

On the dirt course, Power status becomes particularly important. Additionally, since track conditions (good, slightly heavy, heavy, off) have major effects, it’s worth considering acquiring track condition aptitude skills.

List of Races Held at Kyoto Racecourse

Classic Division Races (Age 3)

Chrysanthemum Cup (Late October)

• Grade: G1
• Distance: 3000m turf (outer loop, right)
• Entry requirements: Age 3
• Fan count: 20,000+
• Importance: ★★★★★

The final leg of the Classic Triple Crown, testing ultimate long-distance aptitude. Uma Musume with high Stamina and Power stats and long-distance aptitude of A-rank or higher have an advantage. In training, if targeting this race, Stamina training must be the top priority.

Kisaragi Cup (Early February)

• Grade: G3
• Distance: 1800m turf (outer loop, right)
• Entry requirements: Age 3
• Fan count: 1,750+
• Importance: ★★★

A gateway race to the Classic route, serving as an important stepping stone for Uma Musume aiming for the Satsuki Cup or Derby. A balance of middle-distance aptitude with Speed and Stamina is required.

Kyoto Shimbun Cup (Mid-May)

• Grade: G2
• Distance: 2200m turf (outer loop, right)
• Entry requirements: Age 3
• Fan count: 7,500+
• Importance: ★★★★

Positioned as a Derby trial race. An important race for assessing aptitude from middle to long distance, serving as a crucial stepping stone to earning Derby entry rights.

Older Horse Races (Age 3 and above)

Emperor’s Cup (Spring) (Late April～Early May)

• Grade: G1
• Distance: 3200m turf (outer loop, right)
• Entry requirements: Age 4 and above
• Fan count: 20,000+
• Importance: ★★★★★

Japan’s longest G1 race, known as “Yodo’s 3200m.” Stamina S or higher is recommended, and Uma Musume with S-rank long-distance aptitude are ideal. Recovery skills and stamina-retention skills become extremely important.

Osaka Cup (Late March～Early April)

• Grade: G1
• Distance: 2000m turf (inner loop, right)
• Entry requirements: Age 4 and above
• Fan count: 20,000+
• Importance: ★★★★★

An important race opening the spring G1 series. Speed and middle-distance aptitude are emphasized, positioned as a preliminary race to the Emperor’s Cup (Spring). Balanced stats are required.

Kyoto Kinen (Mid-February)

• Grade: G2
• Distance: 2200m turf (outer loop, right)
• Entry requirements: Age 4 and above
• Fan count: 7,500+
• Importance: ★★★★

An important stepping stone to the spring G1 circuit. Balance of middle-distance aptitude and Stamina is important, serving as an ideal conditioning race for Uma Musume targeting the Osaka Cup or Emperor’s Cup (Spring).

Mile Championship (Mid-November)

• Grade: G1
• Distance: 1600m turf (outer loop, right)
• Entry requirements: Age 3 and above
• Fan count: 20,000+
• Importance: ★★★★★

Known as the mile division championship. Speed and acceleration are most important, with Mile aptitude of A-rank or higher recommended. Acceleration skills and straight-line skills are effective.

Other Important Races

Kyoto Taisho Cup (Early October)

• Grade: G2
• Distance: 2400m turf (outer loop, right)
• Entry requirements: Age 3 and above
• Fan count: 7,500+

An important stepping stone in the autumn long-distance route, positioned as a preliminary race to the Emperor’s Cup (Autumn) and Japan Cup.

Kyoto Gold Cup (Early January)

• Grade: G3
• Distance: 1600m turf (outer loop, right)
• Entry requirements: Age 4 and above
• Fan count: 1,750+

The first handicap race of the new year, opening the mile route.

Sirius Stakes (Mid-October)

• Grade: G3
• Distance: 2000m dirt (right)
• Entry requirements: Age 3 and above
• Fan count: 1,750+

An important dirt long-distance race, crucial in training Uma Musume with dirt aptitude.

Race Strategy for Kyoto Racecourse

Distance-Specific Strategy Points

Short Distance (1200m～1400m)

Recommended stats:

• Speed: A or higher
• Power: B or higher
• Stamina: C～B

Effective skills:

• Late-closing skills
• Acceleration skills
• Positioning skills

In short-distance races, starting dash and final-straight acceleration determine the outcome. On Kyoto Racecourse’s inner loop course, horses that can secure the inside lane have an advantage with a leading running style.

Mile (1600m～1800m)

Recommended stats:

• Speed: A or higher
• Stamina: B or higher
• Power: B or higher

Effective skills:

• Corner skills
• Straight skills
• Kyoto Racecourse◯

In mile races, balance between Speed and Stamina is crucial. Especially in important G1 races like the Mile Championship, training all stats in a balanced manner is necessary.

Middle Distance (2000m～2400m)

Recommended stats:

• Stamina: A or higher
• Speed: A or higher
• Power: B or higher

Effective skills:

• Endurance skills
• Recovery skills
• Straight skills
• Kyoto Racecourse◯

Middle-distance races are the most competitive distance range. Since many important races like the Osaka Cup and Kyoto Kinen fall here, training that balances Stamina and Speed is required.

Long Distance (3000m～3200m)

Recommended stats:

• Stamina: S
• Power: A or higher
• Guts: B or higher
• Speed: B or higher

Effective skills:

• Arcus Maestoso
• Good Tempo, One Breath
• Glutton
• Stamina Greed
• Kyoto Racecourse◯

In ultra-long-distance races like the Emperor’s Cup (Spring) and Chrysanthemum Cup, Stamina becomes the most critical stat. Acquiring multiple recovery skills and preventing Stamina depletion is the key to victory.

Running Style Strategy

Breakaway

On Kyoto Racecourse, the breakaway running style has advantages and disadvantages depending on course shape. On the inner loop with many tight turns, pacing strategy is critical. In long-distance races, establishing an early lead and winning by pacing is effective.

Recommended skills:

• First Move Victory
• Breakaway Know-How◯
• Corner Recovery◯
• Kyoto Racecourse◯

Leading

The most stable running style for consistent good results. Particularly advantageous on Kyoto Racecourse’s inner loop course, allowing favorable positioning to maintain inside lane.

Recommended skills:

• Leading Know-How◯
• Corner Master◯
• Straight Master
• Kyoto Racecourse◯

Making a Run

Particularly effective in outer loop long-distance races. The longer straight allows late-running strategies to function effectively.

Recommended skills:

• Making a Run Know-How◯
• Straight Dash
• Late-closing skills
• Kyoto Racecourse◯

Closing Late

Effective in outer loop long-distance races, but tends to be disadvantageous on the inner loop where the straight is shorter. If using this style, acceleration ability and Speed must be maximized.

Recommended skills:

• Late Closing Know-How◯
• Late Close
• Hayate Ichimonji
• Kyoto Racecourse◯

Details of “Kyoto Racecourse◯” Skill

Skill Effect

“Kyoto Racecourse◯” is a track-specific skill that slightly increases speed during races held at Kyoto Racecourse. When training Uma Musume that participate in many races at Kyoto Racecourse, it is one of the skills worth prioritizing for acquisition.

Basic Information:

• Skill name: Kyoto Racecourse◯
• Rarity: Normal
• Effect: Slightly increases speed during races at Kyoto Racecourse
• Activation condition: Races at Kyoto Racecourse
• Required skill points: 120

Methods to Acquire the Skill

Through Support Cards

The following support cards provide hints for “Kyoto Racecourse◯” as their hint level increases:

1. [Happiness Around the Corner] Rice Shower (SSR)
2. [A Grain of Relief] Super Creek (SSR)
3. [Pressed by Approaching Heat] Kitasan Black (SSR)
4. Other support cards with Kyoto aptitude

By including these support cards in your deck and raising their hint levels through training or outings, you can obtain hints for skill acquisition.

Through Event Choices

Some Uma Musume-specific events and certain choice options may grant hints for “Kyoto Racecourse◯.” Pay careful attention to event choices during training.

Recommended Timing for Skill Acquisition

“Kyoto Racecourse◯” is recommended to be acquired at the following times:

1. Before the Chrysanthemum Cup (Classic division, October)
2. Before the Emperor’s Cup (Spring) (Senior division, April)
3. Before the Osaka Cup (Senior division, March)

Especially in training scenarios with many long-distance races, early acquisition allows the skill to be effective across multiple races.

Priority Compared to Other Track-Specific Skills

Since many races are held at Kyoto Racecourse throughout the year, “Kyoto Racecourse◯” has relatively high priority. However, consider the following when deciding on acquisition:

• Target race locations: If your target races are primarily at Kyoto Racecourse, make this top priority
• Skill point availability: 120 points is relatively easy to obtain
• Balance with other important skills: Acquire after prioritizing recovery and acceleration skills

Training Strategy for Kyoto Racecourse

Strategy by Scenario

URA Finals Scenario

In URA Finals, the Chrysanthemum Cup and Emperor’s Cup (Spring) are often included as target races, making countermeasures for Kyoto Racecourse essential.

Training points:

1. Prioritize Stamina training
2. Early acquisition of “Kyoto Racecourse◯”
3. Improvement of long-distance aptitude (supplement through factor inheritance)
4. Acquisition of multiple recovery skills

Aoharu Cup Scenario

In Aoharu Cup, bond gauge increase with team members is important. Use races at Kyoto Racecourse to efficiently deepen bonds.

Training points:

1. Select Uma Musume with high Kyoto aptitude for team composition
2. Be mindful of bond gauge increase through Aoharu training
3. Prioritize team races during Kyoto racings

New Scenario Support

The importance of Kyoto Racecourse remains unchanged in the latest scenarios. It is important to maintain basic training policy while utilizing scenario-specific systems.

Utilizing Factor Inheritance

Factor inheritance is important when training Uma Musume strong at Kyoto Racecourse races.

Factors to prioritize:

1. Long-distance factor: For Chrysanthemum Cup and Emperor’s Cup (Spring) preparation
2. Stamina factor: Improving stability in long-distance races
3. Power factor: Improving acceleration on hills and straights
4. Kyoto aptitude factor: Improving track aptitude

Inheriting blue or red factors can significantly reduce training difficulty. Long-distance factors in particular are worth prioritizing as they reduce Stamina training burden.

Support Card Composition

Example support card composition for increasing win rates at Kyoto Racecourse:

Long-distance training composition:

• Stamina cards: 2～3
• Speed cards: 2～3
• Power card: 1
• Friend card: 0～1

Middle-distance balanced composition:

• Speed cards: 3
• Stamina cards: 2
• Power card: 1

Include at least one support card with “Kyoto Racecourse◯” hints in your composition to smooth skill acquisition.

Tips and Tool Usage for Kyoto Racecourse Strategy

Pre-Race Checklist

Before entering a race at Kyoto Racecourse, check the following:

1. Stat verification: Does the horse meet appropriate stats for the distance?
2. Skill composition: Has the horse acquired “Kyoto Racecourse◯” and recovery skills?
3. Aptitude check: Are distance and track aptitudes appropriate?
4. Physical condition: Is the horse in “excellent” condition?
5. Rival strength: Verify stats of competing horses

Using Training Tools

For efficient training, it is recommended to use the following tools:

• Training simulator: Setting stat targets and confirming achievement
• Skill calculation tool: Calculating required skill points
• Factor simulator: Considering optimal factor inheritance combinations
• Race schedule table: Planning entered races

Using these tools improves training precision and increases winning rates at Kyoto Racecourse.

Common Mistakes and Countermeasures

Stamina shortage causing deterioration

Cause: Insufficient Stamina training for long-distance races
Countermeasures:

• Strengthen Stamina factor inheritance
• Acquire multiple recovery skills
• Increase Stamina support cards

Positioning mistakes

Cause: Mismatch between running style and course characteristics
Countermeasures:

• Choose running styles suited to course shape
• Acquire positioning skills
• Review race strategies

Skill point shortage

Cause: Unable to acquire important skills
Countermeasures:

• Conduct Wisdom training
• Use friend support cards
• Earn race bonuses

Summary: Key Points to Master Kyoto Racecourse

Kyoto Racecourse is one of the most important racecourses in Uma Musume Pretty Derby. By mastering the following points, you can significantly improve winning rates at Kyoto Racecourse:

5 Key Points

1. Understanding course characteristics: Grasp the differences between inner and outer loops and develop distance-based strategies
2. Thorough Stamina training: Aim for Stamina S especially in long-distance races
3. Acquire “Kyoto Racecourse◯”: High cost-performance skill requiring only 120 points
4. Compatibility of running style and course: Leading advantageous on inner loop, making a run on outer loop
5. Optimizing factor inheritance: Prioritize long-distance and Stamina factors

Distance-Specific Training Goals Summary

• Short distance: Speed A+, Power B+, Stamina C+
• Mile: Speed A+, Stamina B+, Power B+
• Middle distance: Stamina A+, Speed A+, Power B+
• Long distance: Stamina S, Power A+, Guts B+, Speed B+

Success at Kyoto Racecourse depends on proper training planning and strategic skill acquisition. Use this guide to make your Uma Musume shine on Kyoto’s stage. Pursue victory in honorable races like the Emperor’s Cup (Spring) and Chrysanthemum Cup through planned training.

Finally, due to Kyoto Racecourse’s right-turning course characteristic, aptitudes differ from left-turning courses. Choose whether to train an all-rounder capable of handling multiple racecourses or a specialist focused on Kyoto according to your training philosophy. Either approach will find this guide’s information useful.