Fukuoka International Marathon

Road Running covering 42.2 km with up to 60 m D+ in Fukuoka (Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan)

Location

Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture, JapanShow on map(33.5902° N, 130.4017° E)

Date & StatusDecember 6, 2026Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +60 m

Fukuoka International Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture, JP focused on Road Running. Key features include City Run, Culture & History.

The competition program features Marathon (42.195 km) (42.2 km, +60 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for December 6, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (fukuoka-international-marathon.com).

Official website

Fukuoka International Marathon in Fukuoka (Work: "Mount Fuji from Lake Yamanaka", Photo: Alpsdake, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Mount Fuji from Lake Yamanaka" · Photo: **Alpsdake** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

City Run Culture & History

Races & distances (1)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Marathon (42.195 km)	Road Running	42.2 km	+60 m	148 m - 173 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Marathon (42.195 km)42.2 km

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+60 m D+

Elevation loss

-60 m D-

Altitude range

148 m - 173 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.3 % / 0.5 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+60 m D+Peak 173 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 148 m to 173 m above sea level (+60 m D+, -60 m D-)

Peak: 173 m·at 19.5 km·Ø 0.3 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Fukuoka International Marathon take place?

Fukuoka International Marathon takes place in Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture, JP (start area at coordinates 33.5902° N, 130.4017° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for December 6, 2026.

What races and distances are offered at Fukuoka International Marathon?

The competition program features Marathon (42.195 km) (42.2 km, +60 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Fukuoka International Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon (42.195 km) over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +60 m of elevation gain and -60 m of elevation loss, ranging between 148 m and 173 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Fukuoka International Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (fukuoka-international-marathon.com).