HIROBON

HIROBON, born Hiromasa Kitano on January 14, 1981, is a Japanese racing driver with a diverse motorsport background. While information about his early career is scarce, he has become a notable figure in recent years, particularly in the TCR Japan Touring Car Series, where he secured the championship in 2022. He achieved significant success in the TCR Japan series, clinching both the Saturday and Sunday series titles in 2021. In 2022, he demonstrated his skill by winning both TCR Japan races at Okayama International Circuit driving a CUPRA Leon Competición.

HIROBON's experience extends beyond TCR racing. He has participated in the GT World Challenge Asia, competing in the Silver-Am class with Team 5ZIGEN in a Nissan GT-R NISMO GT3. The team also participated in the Fanatec Japan Cup. In 2024, he joined Helm Motorsports in the Japanese F4 Championship, showcasing his versatility across different racing formulas. His participation in Japanese F4 includes a partial campaign in 2022 where he finished 14th in the Independent Cup. Alongside his single-seater duties, HIROBON has continued to race in the GT World Challenge Asia.

Known for his experience with front-wheel-drive cars, HIROBON's career reflects a blend of touring car prowess and open-wheel aspirations. Although details of his early racing history remain limited, his recent successes and continued presence in various racing series highlight his dedication and skill as a driver in the Japanese motorsport scene.