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Teams and drivers

For the 2019 season, the National class was replaced by the Master class, aimed at older drivers not on the FIA Single Seater Pyramid.

Race calendar

Calendar for the 2019 season. All races are scheduled to be held in Japan.

Championship standings

*Points are awarded as follows:

Drivers' Championships

Overall

Masters Class

Teams Championship

References

External links

* {{All-Japan F3 Seasons Japanese Formula 3 Championship seasons

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