Road Running

Iwaki Sunshine Marathon

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km in Iwaki (Fukushima Prefecture, Japan)

LocationIwaki, Fukushima Prefecture, JapanShow on map(37.0500° N, 140.8833° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Iwaki Sunshine Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Iwaki, Fukushima Prefecture, JP focused on Road Running. Key features include City Run, Seaside & Coast, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (iwaki-marathon.jp).

Official website
Iwaki Sunshine Marathon in Iwaki (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
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

City RunSeaside & CoastMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m8 m - 88 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 10 kmRoad Running10 km+45 m11 m - 30 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 5 kmRoad Running5 km+22 m14 m - 23 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+190 m D+
Elevation loss
-190 m D-
Altitude range
8 m - 88 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS37.0500° N, 140.8833° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 88 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 88 m·at 26.2 km·Ø 0.9 %
8 m35 m61 m88 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km88 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Iwaki Sunshine Marathon take place?

Iwaki Sunshine Marathon takes place in Iwaki, Fukushima Prefecture, JP (start area at coordinates 37.05° N, 140.8833° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Iwaki Sunshine Marathon?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Iwaki Sunshine Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -190 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 88 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 Iwaki Sunshine Marathon?

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