Okayama Marathon

Road Running covering 5.6 km to 42.2 km with up to 85 m D+ in Okayama (Okayama Prefecture, Japan)

Location

Okayama, Okayama Prefecture, JapanShow on map(34.6784° N, 133.9189° E)

Date & StatusNovember 14, 2027Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +85 m

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

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Full Marathon (42.2 km, +85 m D+), and Fun Run (5.6 km) (5.6 km, +15 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for November 14, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (okayamamarathon.jp).

Official website

Okayama Marathon in Okayama (Work: "Mount Fuji from Lake Yamanaka 1994-12-10", Photo: Alpsdake, License: CC0 1.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Mount Fuji from Lake Yamanaka 1994-12-10" · Photo: **Alpsdake** · Wikimedia CommonsCC0 1.0
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Event characteristics

City Run Culture & History

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Full Marathon	Road Running	42.2 km	+85 m	184 m - 220 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Fun Run (5.6 km)	Road Running	5.6 km	+15 m	187 m - 193 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+85 m D+

Elevation loss

-85 m D-

Altitude range

184 m - 220 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.4 % / 0.7 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+85 m D+Peak 220 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 184 m to 220 m above sea level (+85 m D+, -85 m D-)

Peak: 220 m·at 27.8 km·Ø 0.4 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Okayama Marathon take place?

Okayama Marathon takes place in Okayama, Okayama Prefecture, JP (start area at coordinates 34.6784° N, 133.9189° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for November 14, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Okayama Marathon?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Full Marathon (42.2 km, +85 m D+), and Fun Run (5.6 km) (5.6 km, +15 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Okayama Marathon?

The main competition (Full Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +85 m of elevation gain and -85 m of elevation loss, ranging between 184 m and 220 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 Okayama Marathon?

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