Nagano Marathon
The Nagano Marathon is a prestigious annual road race in Japan that commemorates the 1998 Winter Olympics, featuring a scenic course through historic sites and ending in the Olympic Stadium. Course Highlights The Nagano Marathon offers a breathtaking point-to-point course that serves as a scenic tour of the city's Olympic legacy and natural beauty. The race begins at the Nagano Sports Park, where runners gather amidst the budding greenery of spring. One of the most iconic stretches follows, leading athletes toward the
Fukuoka Marathon
The Fukuoka Marathon is a premier mass-participation race in Japan that takes runners on a scenic journey from the urban heart of Fukuoka City to the beautiful coastline of Itoshima. Course Highlights The Fukuoka Marathon offers a breathtaking point-to-point journey that showcases the diverse character of Fukuoka Prefecture. The race begins in the heart of Tenjin, Kyushu's largest commercial district, where runners gather amidst the towering skyscrapers and vibrant energy of the city. As the starting gun fires on Watanabe-dori Avenue, the
Kyoto Marathon
The Kyoto Marathon is a premier road race in Japan that leads runners past seven UNESCO World Heritage sites and along the scenic Kamo River, finishing at the historic Heian-jingu Shrine. The Kyoto Marathon is a prestigious annual event that invites runners from around the world to traverse the historic and scenic streets of Japan’s ancient capital. Established in 2012 as a way to support the recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake, the race has grown into one of the
Nagoya Women’s Marathon
The Nagoya Women's Marathon is the world's largest women's-only marathon, featuring a flat, beginner-friendly course that starts and finishes at the Vantelin Dome Nagoya and awards finishers a luxury Baccarat crystal tumbler. Course Highlights The Nagoya Women’s Marathon features a fast and predominantly flat course that is designed to showcase the beauty and history of Nagoya. The race begins and concludes at the iconic Vantelin Dome Nagoya, a major sports and entertainment hub. From the starting line, runners embark on a journey
Osaka Marathon 2026
The Osaka Marathon is a premier mass-participation road race in Japan, renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and scenic route that finishes at the historic Osaka Castle. Course Highlights The Osaka Marathon offers a stunning urban tour of one of Japan's most dynamic cities. The race begins in front of the Osaka Prefectural Government Building, a historic landmark in its own right. From there, runners traverse the wide, tree-lined boulevards of Midosuji, the city's main artery, which is lined with high-end boutiques and





