The 2012 Japanese Formula 3 Championship was an

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series held for

Formula 3 Formula Three, also called Formula 3, abbreviated as F3, is a third-tier class of open-wheel formula racing. The various championships held in Europe, Australia, South America and Asia form an important step for many prospective Formula One driv ...

cars based in Japan. It was the 34th edition of the

Japanese Formula 3 Championship was a national motor racing championship that takes place in Japan. It is a junior-level feeder formula that uses small single seater Formula Three chassis. As a result of Formula 3 naming regulations by the FIA, on 13 August 2019, series pro ...

. It commenced on 14 April at Suzuka and ended on 14 October at Fuji Speedway after 15 races held at seven race meetings.

Ryō Hirakawa is a Japanese racing driver who is currently competing for Toyota Gazoo Racing in the FIA World Endurance Championship and Japanese Super Formula Championship. He won the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the Hypercar World Endurance Drivers' Championship ...

of the RSS team has dominated the championship and won the title.

Teams and drivers

All teams were Japanese-registered.

Race calendar and results

All rounds were held in Japan.

Championship standings

Drivers' Championships

*Points are awarded as follows:

Overall

National Class

Teams' Championships

*Points are awarded for races as follows:

Engine Tuners' Championship

*Points are awarded for races as follows:

References

External links

Official Site
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Japanese Formula 3 Championship seasons

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Japanese Formula 3