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Osaka Women’s Marathon

Road Running covering 21.1 km to 42 km in Osaka (Osaka Prefecture, Japan)

LocationŌsaka, Ōsaka Prefecture, JapanShow on map(34.6937° N, 135.5023° E)
Date & StatusJanuary 31, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +189 m

Osaka Women’s Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Ōsaka, Ōsaka Prefecture, JP focused on Road Running. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier, Boston Marathon Qualifier. Key features include City Run, Festive.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Road Running 42 km (42 km, +189 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for January 31, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (osaka-marathon.jp).

Official website
Osaka Women’s Marathon in Ōsaka (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
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP

Event characteristics

City RunFestive

Races & distances (2)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Road Running 42 kmRoad Running42 km+189 m162 m - 241 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+95 m165 m - 205 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42 km
Elevation gain
+189 m D+
Elevation loss
-189 m D-
Altitude range
162 m - 241 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42 km+189 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS34.6937° N, 135.5023° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 162 m to 241 m above sea level (+189 m D+, -189 m D-)

Peak: 241 m·at 32 km·Ø 0.9 %
162 m188 m215 m241 m0 km8.4 km16.8 km25.2 km33.6 km42 km241 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Osaka Women’s Marathon take place?

Osaka Women’s Marathon takes place in Ōsaka, Ōsaka Prefecture, JP (start area at coordinates 34.6937° N, 135.5023° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for January 31, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Osaka Women’s Marathon?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Road Running 42 km (42 km, +189 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Osaka Women’s Marathon?

The main competition (Road Running 42 km over 42 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +189 m of elevation gain and -189 m of elevation loss, ranging between 162 m and 241 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 Osaka Women’s Marathon?

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