RC House Champ

RCアドバイザー チャンプ 相模原店 (RC Advisor Champ Sagamihara Store), popularly known as チャンプ・スタジアム (Champ Stadium), is a premier and highly respected remote-controlled (RC) car specialty store and extensive racing facility in Japan. It is a comprehensive destination, offering a vast selection of RC products, parts, and multiple dedicated indoor and outdoor tracks for various RC disciplines.

RCアドバイザー チャンプ 相模原店 is located at: 神奈川県相模原市緑区橋本台2-7-2 (2-7-2 Hashimotodai, Midori Ward, Sagamihara, Kanagawa 252-0132, Japan). It is important to note that this facility is located in Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, NOT directly in Tokyo. However, Sagamihara City is directly adjacent to Tokyo and is well within the greater Tokyo metropolitan area, making it a key and easily accessible RC hub for enthusiasts from Tokyo and surrounding prefectures.

Champ Stadium is renowned for offering multiple high-quality tracks, catering to different RC disciplines: Indoor Off-Road Track: A large, fully air-conditioned indoor dirt track suitable for 1/10 and 1/8 scale electric off-road buggies and trucks. Indoor On-Road Carpet Track: A smooth, high-grip carpet track primarily for 1/10 electric on-road touring cars, F1, and Mini (M-chassis) cars. Outdoor On-Road Asphalt Track: A dedicated outdoor asphalt track designed for various on-road classes. They may also have specific areas or occasional setups for other RC types like Mini-Z, drift, or crawling, depending on their current schedule and layout.

Due to its diverse track offerings, Champ Stadium accommodates a wide range of RC vehicles: Off-Road (Indoor Dirt): Common classes include 1/10 scale 2WD/4WD Buggy, Short Course Truck, Stadium Truck, and 1/8 scale Electric Buggy/Truggy. On-Road (Indoor Carpet): Popular classes are 1/10 scale Electric Touring Car, F1, Mini (M-chassis), and 1/12 scale Pan Car. On-Road (Outdoor Asphalt): Various 1/10 and 1/8 scale on-road electric and sometimes nitro classes, depending on specific events. Specific tire rules and class regulations apply for racing, which are detailed on their website.

The store and tracks generally have extensive operating hours: Store Hours: Typically 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM (20:00) on weekdays, and 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (20:00) on weekends and holidays. Track Hours: Generally align with store hours, but practice fees apply. Yes, you can usually turn up and pay a fee for track time to practice during their open hours, unless a major race event is currently underway. It is highly recommended to check their official website (www.rc-champ.co.jp/store/sagamihara.html) or their social media for the most current operating hours, specific track availability, and any temporary closures or event-specific schedules.

As a top-tier RC facility, Champ Sagamihara offers comprehensive amenities: Multiple, well-maintained indoor and outdoor RC tracks. Large, comfortable pit areas (often air-conditioned in indoor sections) with ample tables and power outlets. Elevated drivers' stands for all tracks. Professional lap counting systems. A vast on-site hobby shop stocking an unparalleled selection of RC cars, kits, parts, upgrade options, electronics, tools, and accessories from nearly every major RC brand worldwide. Restrooms and vending machines. Ample parking space.

Absolutely! Champ Stadium is a major venue for competitive RC racing in the region. They regularly host: Club races and points series for various classes on their on-road and off-road tracks. Major sponsored events and tournaments, attracting top drivers from across Japan and sometimes internationally. They frequently announce their race calendars and event details on their website and social media.

You can contact RCアドバイザー チャンプ 相模原店 via: Phone: 042-700-8770 (from outside Japan: +81-42-700-8770) Website: www.rc-champ.co.jp/store/sagamihara.html (primarily in Japanese) They also maintain an active presence on social media platforms like X (Twitter) and Facebook.