| Venue | Tokachi International Speedway |
|---|---|
| First race | 1994 |
| Last race | 2008 |
| Duration | 24 Hours |
| Most wins (driver) | Tetsuya Tanaka (5) |
| Most wins (manufacturer) | Porsche (6) |
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