KAGAWA MARATHON 2027

Date of event Sun Mar 21 2027
Location of event Kagawa Prefecture (Takamatsu City & Ayagawa Town)
Category
  • Running
Official website KAGAWA MARATHON 2027【Official】
Official SNS

Entry

Application method First come, first served
[Important Notes]
This application site is for people whose address is outside of Japan when applying.


Get ready for the Kagawa Marathon on Sunday, March 21, 2027!
Starting and finishing at Anabuki Arena Kagawa, this scenic course takes you through the stunning Seto Inland Sea and its islands, the famous Ritsurin Garden, peaceful Satoyama landscapes, and the tranquil Sanuki Plain.
Experience the beauty and charm of Kagawa while enjoying a memorable race day.
Don't miss the second edition of the Kagawa Marathon?
Let's  run together!
Date of event Sun Mar 21 2027
Event/Eligibility

Marathon(42.195KM)
Individuals born on or before April 1, 2008
※Participants who can complete the course within the 6-hour time limit
※For athletes registered with the Japan Association of Athletics Federations, this refers to those registered for the 2026 season.
※Wheelchair participation is not permitted.
※Participants with disabilities who have difficulty running on their own may be accompanied by one guide runner (free of charge).
(Guide dogs are not permitted as guides. At registration, we will verify your identity using your physical disability certificate, developmental disability certificate, or similar documentation.)

Participation inormation

Participation Fee : 14,000 JPY
Capacity : 11,000 participants
Registration may close prior to the deadline if the event reaches full capacity.

Participation Prize:
T-shirt sizing details are available on the official race website. Please note that size changes will not be accepted after registration is complete. Please choose your size carefully. Click here for more information.

Check-in Saturday, March 20, 2027, 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Anabuki Arena Kagawa
     (address: 6-11 Sunport, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture)

※Registration will not be available on the day of the event (Sunday, March 21).
※Identity verification will be conducted at check-in using identification documents
Course <Marathon (42.195 km)>
    The course starts in front of Anabuki Arena Kagawa and finishes inside Anabuki Arena Kagawa
    (Course certified by the Japan Association of Athletics Federations)
Starting Blocks To ensure a safe and smooth start, the organizers will determine the starting order based on the estimated times provided at the time of registration, regardless of whether participants are registered with the Japan Association of Athletics Federations. Please note that if no estimated time is provided, participants will start from the last block.
Timing and Awards [About Timing]
(1) Timing will be recorded using timing chips.
(2) Both gross time (time from the starting gun) and net time (time from crossing the starting line) will be recorded.
(3) Overall rankings will be determined based on gross time.
(4) Age-group rankings will be determined based on net time.

[Online Certificate of Achievement]
After the competition, you can generate and download an online certificate of achievement from the event website.
  Paper certificates will not be issued. You can also check your own results (including preliminary times) on the event website.

【Awards】
(1) Overall: Awards for 1st–8th place in both men’s and women’s divisions <Determined by gross time>
*The overall winners in each gender division will receive a cash prize of 1 million yen. (Limited to athletes registered with the Japan Association of Athletics Federations.)
(2) Age Groups: Awards for 1st–3rd place in both men’s and women’s divisions in 10-year age brackets <Determined by net time> (29 and under, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, 70 and over)
*Excludes athletes eligible for awards under (1).
*An awards ceremony will be held only for the Overall category; there will be no separate ceremony for age groups, and certificates will be mailed at a later date.
*Age is determined as of the day of the event.
  • Full Marathon (Men)
    ¥14,000
    Male participants born on or before April 1, 2008
    *Those who can complete the race within the 6 hour time limit
    ※For athletes registered with the Japan Association of Athletics Federations, this refers to those registered for the 2026 season.
    ※For those residing overseas
  • Full Marathon (Women)
    ¥14,000
    Female participants born on or before April 1, 2008
    *Those who can complete the race within the 6 hour time limit
    ※For athletes registered with the Japan Association of Athletics Federations, this refers to those registered for the 2026 season.
    ※For those residing overseas
Entry Office JTB Sports Station
Email address jtbss@jtb.com