Hieizan International Trail Run 2026

In my mind, I have been defining those intense long races in Europe and America like this.

“The journey that I can brush my self up while standing face to face with myself and loving surrounding nature.”

This explains why I push myself to the edge while I put my heart and soul into it. As a result, I can build my self-esteem to the level that I have never stepped into. Mt.Hiei has its 1200 years of history. There is a trail that people used to walk through numbers of difficulties to reach the bliss in the sublimity woods.There is a trail that we can touch peoples’ heartstrings. The new phase where become visual only when you overcome this 50km long trail.

Facing your self, break through the wall, and you will find yourself who has never seen before.

The 21centry-sports: Trail Running, The journey that you can reach out to the origin.

Course Settings / Cumulative Elevation Gain
50 mile (approx. 80km) / Cumulative Elevation Gain: 5,500m
50km / Cumulative Elevation Gain: 3,700m
23km / Cumulative Elevation Gain: 1,400m
ITRA Points Application Planned for All Courses
*All finishers will be applied for, regardless of race results.
Course Map

Capacity
50 mile: 200 participants
50 km: 700 participants
23 km: 600 participants
Total: 1,500 participants ※Registration will close once capacity is reached.

Event Schedule (Subject to Change)
Saturday, May 9, 2026
06:30 AM    Participation Prizes Distribution Begins
08:30 AM    Opening Ceremony
08:50 AM    50-mile Start
09:00 AM    50km Wave 1 Start
09:20 AM    50km Wave 2 Start
10:20 AM    23km Start
8:20 PM Race Concludes
*The awards ceremony will begin around 3:00 PM. The start time and format may change depending on race results.

Meeting Time
Please arrive at the venue at least one hour before the race start.
Meeting Place:Enryakuji Parking Lot No. 3, Event Tent
Participation Prize Distribution Start Time:6:30 AM (scheduled)
Participation Prize Distribution End Time:9:20 AM (scheduled)

＜For Participants Joining from Overseas＞
Race bibs will be distributed on-site on the day of the event.
Approximately 10 days before the event date, we will send an information email to the registered email address.
Please also note that the start time and start method may be subject to change in the future.

Changing Rooms
Changing rooms will be set up in a special tent in Enryakuji Temple Parking Lot 3.
Space is limited, so please be considerate of others. We recommend that you arrive in advance dressed for the race.

Participation Fee
50mile: ¥24,000 / ¥12,000 for U22s. Early bird discount: ¥1,000 off (until January 31st, 11:59 PM).
50km: ¥21,000 / ¥10,500 for U22s. Early bird discount: ¥1,000 off (until January 31st, 11:59 PM).
23km: ¥11,000 / ¥6,000 for U22s.
*Early bird discounts do not apply to U22s.
*The 23km course is not eligible for early bird discounts.
*The participation fee includes insurance and the Enryaku-ji Temple pilgrimage fee.

*Those attending to cheer on runners, etc., are required to pay the Enryaku-ji Temple admission fee

Accident insurance coverage is as follows:
*10 million yen for death and permanent disability
*5,000 yen per day for hospitalization
*2,000 yen per day for outpatient care
*3 million yen for rescue expenses
*30 million yen for personal liability
*Participation fees are non-refundable in the event of cancellation after registration.
*Entry rights are not transferable after registration.
*Event categories cannot be changed after registration.

Participation Prize
Participants will receive a participation prize on the day of the event. Please note that if you are unable to attend the venue on the day for any reason, we will be unable to hand over the prize.
*If a proxy collects the prize, it will be exchanged for the DNS participant's time chip.

Men and women aged high school and above who meet the following requirements (minors must have parental consent):
■ 50 miles
- Must have completed a trail race of 100km or more, or a full marathon in under three hours
- Must be able to complete the entire course without getting lost
■50km
- Those who have completed a trail run of 40km or more, or a full marathon in under 4.5 hours
*However, to complete the entire course, you must be able to run a full marathon in under 4 hours.
- Those who can run the entire course without getting lost
■23km
- Those who can run the entire course without getting lost

Time Limit
50 Mile: 11 hours 30 minutes
50km 1st Wave: 11 hours 20 minutes
50km 2nd Wave: 11 hours 00 minutes
23km: 10 hours 20 minutes
Due to race management, there will be checkpoint closure times. (These will be announced on the race website at a later date.)
*For the 50-mile race, the time limit at the 50km point is 7 hours 30 minutes. Please be aware of this before entering

A depot area for 50-mile runners will be set up before the second aid station.
It can only be used by 50-mile runners after their first lap (50 kilometers).
Only food and drinks may be deposited; no equipment is permitted.
Space is limited, so please share the area among runners.
Any items remaining after the race will be disposed of, so be sure to take anything you need with you.

Personal support is prohibited.
There are no restrictions on private aid stations, but please be aware that aid stations targeting specific runners will be considered support and may result in penalties being imposed on the runner.
Aid stations should also be set up in locations where they will not cause a nuisance, and should they receive complaints, they should be removed immediately.
The provision of alcohol is prohibited.

Parking reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are only for 50-mile and 50km participants. Please reserve when you enter.
23km participants cannot use the parking lot. Please use public transportation (such as the Sakamoto Cable Car) or the shuttle bus.

Parking is free, but separate road tolls apply.
Parking spaces are limited. Groups of acquaintances should carpool.

There is no parking for spectators. Please arrive with a participant who has reserved parking, or use the official shuttle bus or public transportation. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in preserving parking spaces for general attendees.

Multiple parking lots are available, but you cannot specify which one you will use.
Free shuttle buses will run from parking lots farther from the start line.

The official shuttle bus is an easy and convenient way to get to the venue.
Please contact the secretariat by email to make a reservation.

Mail： mt.hiei-trailrun@jtb.com

The shuttle bus departs from the JR Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit chartered bus stop.

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Sales Period: Until 11:59 PM on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 ※ Reservations after this date will not be accepted.

Fare: 2,500 yen one-way (tax included)

Outbound Boarding Location: JR Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Charter Bus Parking Lot (in front of Kyoto Avanti)

Return Boarding Location: Enryakuji Temple Parking Lot 1 (Enryakuji Bus Center)
Please make reservations in advance.

Passengers without reservations may board only if seats are available. Pay 2,500 yen in cash to the attendant. Please have exact change ready. Credit cards and mobile payments will not be accepted on the day of the event.

※Note: Priority is given to reserved passengers. You may experience long waits or be unable to board if no seats are available. We strongly recommend advance reservations.