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Kobe Marathon
Kobe, Japan
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunMountain+1
JPCountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar Japan: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
60 verified events (36 confirmed dates) and 135 races in Japan with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events6036 confirmed dates
Competitions135Races & courses
Distances5 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+310 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Aichi Prefecture2Aomori Prefecture1Chiba Prefecture0Ehime Prefecture1Fukuoka Prefecture3Fukushima Prefecture2Gifu Prefecture1Hokkaido3Hyōgo Prefecture1Ibaraki Prefecture3Ishikawa Prefecture3Iwate Prefecture1Kagawa Prefecture1Kagoshima Prefecture1Kanagawa Prefecture2Kōchi Prefecture1Kyoto City Prefecture5Nagano Prefecture1Nara Prefecture1Niigata Prefecture1Oita Prefecture1Okayama Prefecture2Okinawa Prefecture2Osaka Prefecture7Saitama Prefecture1Shiga Prefecture1Shizuoka Prefecture2Tokushima Prefecture1Tokyo Metropolis5Yamagata0Yamaguchi Prefecture1Yamanashi Prefecture2
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Kyōto Yawata Ecomarathon
Kyōto, Japan
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
Public ParkSeaside & Coast+3
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Hirakata Ecomarathon
Hirakata, Japan
November 23, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+3
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Shonan International Marathon
Oiso, Japan
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km10 km
City RunCulture & History
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Hofu Yomiuri Marathon
Hōfu, Japan
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunSeaside & Coast
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Fukuoka International Marathon
Fukuoka, Japan
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunCulture & History
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NAHA Marathon
Naha, Japan
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunIsland
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Mount Fuji International Marathon
Fujikawaguchiko, Japan
December 13, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km17 km10 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2026 | Kobe Marathon | Kobe, Hyōgo Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Kyōto Yawata Ecomarathon | Kyōto, Kyoto Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Nov 23, 2026 | Hirakata Ecomarathon | Hirakata, Osaka Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | Shonan International Marathon | Oiso, Kanagawa Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Hofu Yomiuri Marathon | Hōfu, Yamaguchi Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Fukuoka International Marathon | Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | NAHA Marathon | Naha, Okinawa Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Dec 13, 2026 | Mount Fuji International Marathon | Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 42.2 km17 km10 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2027 | Kyoto Yawata Ecomarathon in January | Kyōto, Kyoto Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Jan 10, 2027 | Yodogawa Ecomarathon of January | Ōsaka, Osaka Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Jan 10, 2027 | Ibusuki Nanohana Marathon | Ibusuki, Kagoshima Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 42 km12.5 km |
| Jan 11, 2027 | Kamogawa January Ecomarathon | Kyōto, Kyoto Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Japan in asia is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 60 public events and 135 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running. World-class marathons in Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto plus mountain trails around Mount Fuji. Key host locations include Kobe, Kyōto, Hirakata, and Oiso. Notable events in the selection include Kobe Marathon, Kyōto Yawata Ecomarathon, and Hirakata Ecomarathon.
Race distances span from 5 km to 42.2 km, reaching up to +310 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Japan includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Japan?
RunningCompass currently lists 60 verified events with 135 individual races in Japan. A total of 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Kobe Marathon, Kyōto Yawata Ecomarathon, and Hirakata Ecomarathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Japan?
Events in Japan focus on Road Running. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 42.2 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Kobe, Kyōto, Hirakata, and Oiso.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Japan?
The most selective courses in Japan climb up to +310 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Japan?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.
