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Tokyo City Keiba Collaborates with Crazy Salt for Santa Anita Week

From July 14 to July 18, 2025, Tokyo City Keiba will host the 'Santa Anita Week' with sponsorship from Crazy Salt, a beloved Japanese spice blend by Nihon Ryokucha Center Co., Ltd. This celebration marks the 30th anniversary of the cultural exchange project between Tokyo City Keiba (Ohi Racecourse) and Santa Anita Park in California, USA.

What is Santa Anita Week?

Santa Anita Week is not just a horse racing event; it's a vibrant celebration of friendship and culture between Japan and the United States. The highlight of the week includes horse races, authentic American cuisine, and the renowned Kentucky Derby official cocktail, the Mint Julep. Attendees can explore market booths featuring American racing merchandise and a variety of Crazy products.

A special commemorative race, the Santa Anita Trophy (SⅢ), will take place on July 16, symbolizing the spirit of friendship between the two nations, alongside a talk show featuring JRA jockeys and a raffle event.

Crazy Salt's Participation

Nihon Ryokucha Center has been dedicated to enhancing lifestyle and culture through quality herbs and tea sourced from around the globe. As part of its mission, the company has been importing Crazy Salt, a unique herb and spice seasoning from the United States since 1980. Their support for Santa Anita Week aligns with their goal of fostering cross-cultural friendship through this exciting partnership.

Crazy Salt Award Race on July 16

Mark your calendars for the Crazy Salt Award, which will feature its sixth race on July 16. The winners will receive a selection of five 'Crazy' series products, including the classic Crazy Salt and the popular Crazy Garlic. It promises to be an exhilarating event for all horse racing fans!

American Market Booth with Crazy Products

At the American Market booth, quality American food items and cooking recipes will be available, along with exciting details about events and cultural exchanges. Collaborating with the Agricultural Trade Office (ATO), selected US brand products, including Crazy Salt series, will be showcased. This year, fans can find nine different items, including five varieties from the Crazy series and four from the Crazy Mini series, available for purchase.

Event Dates: July 14 - July 18, 2025
Location: G-FRONT Special Booth
Payment: Cash only.

Chance to Win at the Santa Anita Raffle

On July 16, a special raffle event will take place where attendees can win luxurious prizes, including Crazy Mini series products. From 1:55 PM to 8:30 PM, visitors can participate by showing proof of purchases of 1,000 yen or more from Ohi Racecourse.

Number of Winners: A total of 3,000 participants will win exciting prizes like signed merchandise from JRA jockeys and various Crazy Mini products.

About the Crazy Series

The Crazy series, known for its blend of rock salt with various herbs and spices, enhances any dish effortlessly. Whether used in meat, fish, or salads, the Crazy series has gained a beloved status in Japanese kitchens for its versatility and flavor-enhancing properties.

Company Overview

Nihon Ryokucha Center Co., Ltd.
Founded: 1969
CEO: Daitaro Kitajima
Headquarters: 24-4 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0031, Japan
Business Scope: Import and export of herbs, teas, spices, oils, product planning, development, retail, and store operations.
Official Website: Nihon Ryokucha Center
Official X for Crazy Salt: @krazysalt_JP