Hinako Muramatsu

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  Hinako Muramatsu carved her path through Japanese motorsports with determination, transitioning from karting to become the 2019 Kyojo Cup champion in what would prove to be a season-defining battle against fierce competition.

  EARLY YEARS

  While details about Muramatsu’s childhood remain largely private, her motorsports journey began in karting, where she spent several years honing her skills before making the leap to single-seater racing. This foundational period in karting would prove crucial for developing the racecraft that would later serve her well in higher categories.

  OTHER INTERESTS

  Information about Hinako’s interests outside of motorsports has not been publicly documented.

  EARLY SUCCESS

  Muramatsu’s competitive karting career included notable participation in events at Suzuka Circuit in 2016, where she represented FLAX Motor Sports running Tonykart chassis with IAME engines. Her transition to single-seaters came in 2017 when she entered the Super FJ series, competing at prestigious Japanese circuits including Okayama and Suzuka. Her breakthrough moment came at Okayama in 2019, where she secured a podium finish with a third-place result that demonstrated her growing confidence and skill in single-seater competition.

  NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

  • 2016: Competed in FS125 karting class at Suzuka Circuit for FLAX Motor Sports.
  • 2017: Made transition to single-seater racing in Super FJ series.
  • 2019: Achieved 3rd place finish at Okayama in Super FJ competition.
  • 2019: Won Kyojo Cup championship in dramatic season finale, defeating Miki Onaga in the final race.

  INSPIRATIONS

  Details about Muramatsu’s personal inspirations and role models have not been publicly shared.

  REPUTATION

  Within the Japanese female motorsports community, Hinako has established herself as a competitive and determined racer, particularly noted for her championship-winning performance in the 2019 Kyojo Cup. Her ability to perform under pressure was demonstrated conclusively when she clinched the title in a nail-biting season finale, showcasing the mental fortitude that separates champions from also-rans. The narrow victory over Miki Onaga highlighted her capacity to deliver when it mattered most, earning respect within the tight-knit world of Japanese women’s racing.

  FUTURE GOALS/PLANS

  Current information about Muramatsu’s racing plans for 2025 and beyond has not been publicly disclosed.

  References:

  Speedqueens Blog – SE Asian Circuit Racers
  Suzuka Circuit Official Results – October 23, 2016
  Wikipedia – Miki Onaga Racing Career
  Speedqueens Blog – Kyojo Cup Championship Coverage