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Tokyo Marathon

Tokyo, Japan · Mar 1, 2026

Entry window

Aug 1, 2025 → Aug 14, 2025

Drawing date

Sep 1, 2025

Race day

Mar 1, 2026

Last year's finishers

36,120

Bib cost

Japan Residents: ¥19,800 (JPY)
International: $230 USD

Typical charity minimum

¥200,000 JPY (~$1,300 USD)

Past race-day weather

2025

Cloudy

Mar 2, 2025

High 69°F · Low 48°F

0.00 in precip · 6 mph wind

2024

Cloudy

Mar 3, 2024

High 53°F · Low 29°F

0.00 in precip · 14 mph wind

2023

Rainy

Mar 5, 2023

High 54°F · Low 41°F

0.20 in precip · 12 mph wind

Course notes

Flat, fast urban course with extremely organized but strict logistics and limited pre-start flexibility.

Elite field

A stacked and internationally diverse elite field featuring top East African marathoners alongside Japan’s strongest professional and corporate-team runners, often producing fast, tactical races.

Travel tips

Stay near Shinjuku for start access; plan for meticulous bag checks. Bring cash or IC cards for transport. Reserve dinner spots early, as many restaurants close earlier than expected outside major stations.

Registration notes

Lottery-based, with guaranteed entry paths via charity, tour operators, and time-standard/club programs where available.

Official race info

Get full weekend logistics, course maps, expo details, and start times at the official site.

RaceRaves reviews

See runner reviews, tips, and ratings on RaceRaves.

Elevation profile

Approximate course profile
Tokyo Marathon elevation profile

FAQs

When does the lottery open for Tokyo Marathon?
Entry window is Aug 1, 2025 → Aug 14, 2025.
When is the draw/notification for Tokyo Marathon?
Draw/notification date: Sep 1, 2025.
When is race day for Tokyo Marathon?
Race day is Mar 1, 2026.
Are there guaranteed entries?
Yes. Charity partners, tour operators, and time-standard/club programs often provide guaranteed entry paths.