About
Seiji Ara
Born on May 5, 1974, in Chiba, Japan, Seiji Ara is a highly experienced Japanese racing driver with a long and successful career in endurance racing. He is best known for his overall victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2004 with Audi Sport Japan Team Goh, becoming one of the few Japanese drivers to win the prestigious race outright.
Over the years, Seiji has competed in numerous top-level championships, including Super GT, Formula Nippon, and international endurance series, showcasing his versatility and deep understanding of race craft.
He later joined Team WRT, bringing his wealth of experience and professionalism to the team’s endurance programs