<p>The Nakayama Daishogai is a top‑level Japanese jump race: a J‑G1 steeplechase over 4100m on turf (about 2.56 miles), testing the very best jumpers that Japanese horse racing has to offer. It is one of only two Grade 1 jump races in Japan, alongside the Nakayama Grand Jump.</p> <p>It is open to thoroughbreds aged three and older, with standard weights of 61kg for 3‑yos and 63kg for 4‑yos and up, plus a 2kg allowance for fillies and mares, hence why the field is always interesting for bettors, as many of the top horses compete, thus providing potential betting value.</p> <p>Read on for our top Nakayama Daishogai 2025 betting predictions to learn about what our experts think will happen at this year’s race…</p> <h2>When Is the 2025 Nakayama Daishogai?</h2> <p>The Nakayama Daishogai 2025 race meet will take place on Saturday, December 27, at 17:00 AEDT.</p> <h2>Where Is the Nakayama Daishogai 2025 Held?</h2> <p>The Nakayama Daishogai will be held at Nakayama Racecourse.</p> <h2>2025 Nakayama Daishogai Prize Money</h2> <p>The exact figure for the Nakayama Daishogai 2025 prize money isn’t known; however, we can expect it to be higher than the ¥142,660,000 (AU$1,368,803) that was available in 2024. According to some estimates, it is believed that ¥70 million (AU$671,640) will be awarded to the winner this year.</p> <h2>How To Bet On The 2025 Nakayama Daishogai?</h2> <p>You can bet on the Nakayama Daishogai 2025 race meet with Sportsbet, who continue to provide some of the best horse racing betting experiences to Aussie punters with its list of competitive odds across a comprehensive market.</p> <p>Head over to the dedicated ‘Racing’ section of the site to find all of the latest <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/racing-schedule">horse racing betting odds</a>, and then follow a few simple steps to get started and place a bet!</p> <p>Find the horse that you want to back and select the odds being offered to add it to your betting slip. Set the stake that you want to place and then hit ‘Place Bet’ at the bottom of the betting slip to confirm your selection!</p> <h2>2025 Nakayama Daishogai: Betting Preview</h2> <p>At Sportsbet, our betting experts are determined to provide you with the best tips.</p> <p>Our top Nakayama Daishogai 2025 betting prediction is to back Ecoro Duel to win. The 6 y/o has been in good form in his most recent races, having finished second in Tokyo in October. In April, he won the Nakayama Grand Jump by 8 lengths; the only other Grade 1 jump race.</p> <p>Ecoro Duel has experience on the race track, which gives him an advantage over other options in the field, and we believe this cannot be overlooked.</p> <p>Value may be found in Neviim, who finished second in the race behind Ecoro Duel. He also has two wins since then, so he could be worth a good each-way bet.</p>