KAGAWA MARATHON 2026

Application Terms and Conditions
Participants must agree to the following terms and conditions before applying.
(1) In the event of cancellation due to circumstances beyond the organizer's control—including but not limited to earthquakes, wind/flood damage, snowfall, incidents, accidents, or disease—
     will be determined based on the expenses incurred up to the point of cancellation.
However, please note that participation rights obtained through the hometown tax donation program are not eligible for refunds.
(2) Changes to event categories, modifications to submitted information, cancellations, or refunds of participation fees and handling charges after registration are not permitted for personal reasons.
(3) Please enter the name used when applying for participation. This name must match the identification document (My Number Card, driver's license, etc.) presented at registration on the day before the event.
(4) False declarations regarding age, gender, records, etc., the transfer of participation rights, or participation by anyone other than the registered applicant (substitute participation) are not permitted.
　　 If any of these are discovered, the participant's entry will be canceled, they will be disqualified, and any awards (including records) will be revoked. The organizer will provide no compensation whatsoever and will not refund any participation fees or handling charges. Furthermore, both the original registrant and the substitute runner will be barred from participating in this event in the future.
(5) Duplicate entries by the same individual (including cases where events differ, such as the Marathon (42.195 km) and Takamatsu Fun Run (approx. 3 km or approx. 1 km)) are not permitted. If duplicate entries by the same individual are discovered, the entry decision will be revoked, the participant will be disqualified, and any awards (or records) will be annulled. The organizer will provide no compensation whatsoever and will not refund any participation fees or handling charges.
(6) Minors must obtain parental consent before applying.
(7) The organizer shall not be held liable for any failure to complete necessary procedures due to:
    - Malfunction of internet equipment not attributable to the organizer;
    - Non-delivery or delay of emails or mailed items;
    - Communication environment issues preventing timely contact from the organizer.
(8) During the competition, only emergency first aid will be provided. Compensation for accidents or injuries occurring during the event will be provided within the scope of the organizer's insurance coverage, except in cases of intentional acts or gross negligence by the organizer. Please bring your health insurance card or qualification verification document on the day of the event.
(9) If the organizer determines during the competition that continuing poses a risk, immediately comply with the organizer's instruction to stop the competition.
     Additionally, comply with all other organizer instructions regarding safety management, event operations, and infection prevention measures.
     Failure to comply with organizer instructions may result in disqualification. In such cases, no refunds of participation fees or handling charges will be issued.
(10) The organizer retains the rights to use images, photographs, articles, and the applicant's name, age, address (country, prefecture, or municipality), etc., for television, radio, newspapers, magazines, the internet, and other media during the event. Additionally, personal information may be provided to third parties for the purposes stated in the “Handling of Personal Information.”
(11) In addition to the above application terms, the event will be held in compliance with all relevant domestic laws and in accordance with the event guidelines established by the organizer.

Handling of Personal Information
The organizer recognizes the importance of personal information and will handle it as follows, in compliance with the Act on the Protection of Personal Information and related laws and regulations, and based on the organizer's personal information protection policy.
(1) Personal information may be used for the purpose of improving services to participants, including sending participation guides, notification of results, announcement of results, notification of related information, information about future events, provision of services from event sponsors, cooperating organizations, and related groups, and conducting surveys. Additionally, the organizer or call center may contact participants to confirm details of their application.
(2) Necessary information will be provided to related businesses within the scope of managing this event.
(3) Necessary information will be provided to the relevant insurance company when required for administrative procedures related to the accident insurance to which the organizer subscribes.
(4) When transported to a medical institution, we will obtain the information necessary for providing medical care and provide it to that medical institution.

Important Notes
(1) Participants must ensure they are in good health before participating. This includes undergoing a medical examination if you have a history of heart disease (such as myocardial infarction, angina pectoris, cardiomyopathy, arrhythmia, etc.) or have experienced chest pain or dizziness during exercise. Please take full responsibility for confirming your health status and participate only after ensuring you are in optimal physical condition.
　　　 If feeling unwell on the day of the event, please have the courage to withdraw from participation.
(2) In the event of accidents, fires, or the need for emergency vehicle passage due to injured persons requiring transport, or if the Japan Alert System (J-Alert) sounds within the Takamatsu City and Ayagawa Town area, runners may be stopped as necessary. Please follow the instructions of event staff.
(3) Participants' personal belongings will be stored at the start/finish venue. We cannot accept valuables for storage. Please manage your valuables at your own responsibility.
(4) There is no dedicated parking lot at the event venue.
　　　 To alleviate traffic congestion on the day of the event, we are promoting car-free travel and displaying signs to raise awareness,
　　　 aiming to reduce overall traffic volume. We kindly ask all participants to use public transportation to attend.
(5) Traffic congestion is expected on roads surrounding the event venue (including the course) on the day before and the day of the event.
Please refrain from using private vehicles for drop-offs/pick-ups and from parking on roads or at shops near the venue.
(6) The organizers assume no responsibility for late arrivals due to public transportation delays or road conditions.
(7) Please comply with all other instructions from the organizers regarding safety management, event operations, and infection prevention measures.