Tokyo Marathon

Tokyo Marathon: 42.195km of drama awaits you!

The Tokyo Marathon began in 2007 and is held every March as one of the world’s largest urban marathons.

Over 30,000 runners start in front of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, passing through famous sites such as Asakusa, Ginza, the area around the Imperial Palace, and Shinagawa before heading to Gyoko-dori street in front of Tokyo Station. The course is easy to run on, with few elevation changes and curves.

You can experience the drama of the 42.195km course while enjoying the Tokyo cityscape that you normally can’t run through. There is also enthusiastic support from the roadside, encouraging the runners.

A special experience where you can feel the charm of Tokyo with your whole body

The Tokyo Marathon began in 2007 and is now in its 17th year.Every March, over 30,000 runners run through the streets of Tokyo, sending their excitement around the world.New York, London, Berlin, Chicago, and Tokyo.The Tokyo Marathon, which is listed among the most famous international marathons, is truly a dream stage for runners.
Its scale, course, and cheers from the sidelines are all of the highest quality.

Course Overview

・Starting point：In front of Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building

・0km to 5km：Immediately after the start, there is a downhill slope, so a high-paced race is expected.

・5km and beyond：Head towards Tokyo Dome from the Iidabashi intersection and onto the new course.

・Up to 10km：Turn right at the Suidobashi intersection and return to the old course at the Jimbocho intersection.

・10km：Turn left at the Sudacho intersection and run through Akihabara’s main street.

・Up to 20km：An area with a string of good old townscapes. Ueno Hirokoji is the first turnaround point. From here, the course heads south to Nihonbashi. After that, it heads towards Asakusa Kaminarimon. From here you can see Tokyo Skytree.

・20km：The 20km point is on top of Kuramae Bridge over the Sumida River. Pass beside the Edo-Tokyo Museum and turn back at Monzen-Nakacho. This is an area with many small ups and downs on Kiyosumi-dori.

・30km：Pass the 30km point near Hamacho and run through the glamorous streets of Ginza and Sukiyabashi.

・40km：After passing the Shiba area where Tokyo Tower and Zojoji Temple await, turn back at Tamachi. You can see Tokyo Tower again. Turn right at the Hibiya intersection and turn left at the Nakadori entrance, and there is 1km left. The cobblestoned and atmospheric Marunouchi Nakadori will support your final sprint.

Finish point：Tokyo Station, Gyoko-dori

Course elevation and temperature

・Elevation difference：The course has relatively little elevation difference, making it a flat course.

・Average temperature：The average temperature in Tokyo in early March is around 12°C at the highest and 4°C at the lowest.

Participant comments

“I was really moved to be able to receive support from the roadside while running through the streets of Tokyo!”
“I was able to improve my personal best. The Tokyo Marathon is a special event for me.”
“The support from the volunteers was wonderful, and I was able to run with peace of mind.”

️Summary

The exhilaration of running through a main street where cars usually come and go on your own two feet.You can feel the history and culture while looking at the beautiful streets of Tokyo.
There are special views that only runners can experience.

2024 Tokyo Marathon Summary

・DATE：March 3, 2024
・FINISHERS：35,443
・Average Time: –

MEN

1:KIPRUTO Benson:2:02:16
2:KIPLAGAT Timothy:2:02:55
3:NGETICH Vincent Kipkemoi:2:04:18
4:KIROS Hailemaryam:2:05:43
5:GETACHEW Tsegaye:2:06:25
6:KIBET Bethwel:2:06:26
7:ALAME Haimro:2:06:27
8:KARIUKI Simon:2:06:29
9:NISHIYAMA Yusuke:2:06:31
10:KIPCHOGE Eliud:2:06:50

WOMEN

1:KEBEDE Sutume Asefa:2:15:55
2:WANJIRU Rosemary:2:16:14
3:SHANKULE Amane Beriso:2:16:58
4:HASSAN Sifan:2:18:05
5:SAINA Betsy:2:19:17
6:NIIYA Hitomi:2:21:50
7:ABEBAYAHAU Meseret:2:23:08
8:GALBADRAKH Khishigsaikhan:2:26:32
9:ABAYECHEW Tigist:2:28:53
10:MORITA Ayumi:2:31:38

Tokyo: A city of infinite possibilities where the past and future intersect

Tokyo is the capital of Japan and one of the world’s leading megacities.

Its charm is so full of diversity that it is difficult to describe it in a single word.

A unique culture that combines tradition and innovation, cutting-edge trends that lead the world, and abundant nature all blend together in harmony, continuing to attract visitors.

Walking the streets of Tokyo, you may feel as if you have traveled back in time.

Historical buildings such as the Kaminarimon Gate in Asakusa and Meiji Shrine still have a strong presence today, conveying Japan’s traditional culture.

Then, just one step further, Shibuya’s Scramble Crossing and Shinjuku’s skyscrapers unfold a futuristic city-like scene.

In this way, Tokyo is a city where tradition and innovation coexist, and you can experience a unique culture where the past and the future intersect.

Tokyo is also a city that is constantly creating new trends.

Shibuya and Harajuku are the epicenters of youth culture, sparking new movements in various fields such as fashion, music, and art.

Ginza is also lined with luxury brand stores, and is the source of Japan’s cutting-edge trends.

Tokyo is a city that attracts trend-conscious people from all over the world and is always providing new stimulation.

The streets of Tokyo have a variety of expressions that are difficult to describe in a single word.

Shinjuku is a business district lined with skyscrapers, but also has lush parks such as Shinjuku Gyoen.

Shibuya is the center of youth culture and is always full of energy.

Ginza is characterized by its sophisticated streets lined with luxury brand stores.

In this way, each area of ​​Tokyo has a different face, and you can feel the diverse charms by walking through the various streets.

Tokyo is also a place where gourmet food from all over the world comes together.

In addition to Japanese cuisine such as sushi and tempura, you can also enjoy ramen, curry rice, and cuisine from all over the world.

There is also a wide selection of sweets, and many popular restaurants have long lines.

Tokyo is a veritable treasure trove of gourmet food that is irresistible for gourmets.

Although Tokyo is a large city, it is also rich in nature.

There are many lush parks, such as Ueno Park, Yoyogi Park, and the area around the Imperial Palace.

If you go a little further, you will also find natural areas such as Mount Takao.

Tokyo is a city where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and experience nature.

It is also easy to travel to various parts of the city, making it an easy city to visit.

Tokyo serves as an access hub that can be used not only as a base for travel within Japan, but also for overseas travel.

Tokyo is a fascinating city where you will find something new no matter how many times you visit.

What new discoveries will you make in this city where the past and the future intersect?

We encourage you to visit Tokyo and experience its charm for yourself.