The Derby Dream Goes On(2026)

The Derby Dream Goes On Synopsis

A special movie has been released to commemorate the 40th anniversary of jockey Yutaka Take's debut, celebrating his record-setting six victories in the Japanese Derby, the most in the race's history. The film portrays the Japanese Derby wins achieved by Yutaka Take through a combination of live-action footage and animation, set to a dynamic, fast-paced musical score. Whether you were there at the track or trembling with excitement in front of your television at the time, or whether you have only recently been drawn into the appeal of horse racing, this is a moving memorial film that transcends generations, dedicated to all horse racing fans. The cheers from those unforgettable days, the thunderous "Yutaka Call" echoing like a rumble from the earth, and the brilliance of the legendary horses that raced across the turf all come back to life here. And then...

The Derby Dream Goes On (2026) is a animation and documentary film directed by Hiroshi Koujina, released on May 25, 2026 with a runtime of 6m. It stars Tomokazu Seki, Kenjiro Tsuda, Azumi Waki and 村竹ラシッド.