: In 1995, Sekiya made history as the first Japanese driver to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans overall, driving a McLaren F1 GTR .
Japan has a storied history at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and in the Super GT series. Famous Japanese Race Car Drivers
: Widely regarded by reviewers as one of the most talented Japanese F1 drivers , he is best remembered for his podium finish at the 2012 Japanese Grand Prix and his later dominance in the FIA World Endurance Championship . : In 1995, Sekiya made history as the
These figures are synonymous with the global rise of drifting and Japanese car culture. : In 1995