In 1941, St Lite became the first winner of the Japanese Triple Crown when he captured Satsuki Sho (Japanese 2000 Guineas), Tokyo Yushun (Japanese Derby), and Kikuka Sho (Japanese St. Leger).
He sired Saint O (Kikuka Sho) and Owens (Tenno Sho (Spring)), Oh Lite (Heiwa Sho).
However, he died from decrepitude in 1965.
In 1984, St Lite was inducted in JRA Hall of Fame horse.