Yusaku Shibata

Yusaku Shibata, born on January 29, 1974, is a Japanese racing driver with a diverse career spanning several racing series. Growing up immersed in motorsports thanks to his father, Akira, Yusaku developed a passion for racing early on. He honed his skills in karting, competing in the All Japan Championship for four years and securing several podium finishes. His career has seen him participate in Super GT, Super Taikyu, and the Attack series. Currently, he races in the GT300 class in the RUNUP Rivaux GTR and the MP Racing GTR in Super Taikyu.

Before transitioning to Super GT, Shibata achieved significant success in the All-Japan Gymkhana Series, winning six consecutive championship titles from 2009 to 2014. This success paved the way for his Super GT debut in 2015. In addition to his racing career, Yusaku operates ARVOU Motor Sports Service, a tuning shop founded by his father in 1985. The shop is known for its expertise in Honda S2000 builds and supports numerous high-profile race clients with its extensive knowledge.

In April 2018, Shibata was involved in a crash during the Okayama GT 300km Race, resulting in a thoracic compression fracture. Despite the setback, he has continued to race, demonstrating his dedication to motorsports. He has 1 win and 2 podiums out of 42 races started. His resilience and commitment to both racing and his business, ARVOU Motor Sports Service, showcase his enduring passion for the sport.