noun
Arima Kinen; Arima Memorial
A major Japanese horse race (G1) held annually in late December at Nakayama Racecourse. The name commemorates Yoriyasu Arima, a key figure in Japanese racing.
有馬記念は年末の風物詩として多くの競馬ファンに親しまれている。
The Arima Kinen is loved by many horse racing fans as a year-end tradition.
Named after Yoriyasu Arima (有馬頼寧), a politician and central figure in the establishment of the race.