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General Information
Information about the Tokyo Marathon 2025 for anyone involved.
Sustainable Projects through Tokyo Marathon 2025
In an effort to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) the wider international community has set out to pursue, the Tokyo Marathon Foundation has been launching various sustainability initiatives. We have been focusing on “waste reduction,” “environmental conservation,” and “diversity, equity & inclusion” through our own initiatives and with our official partners. We recognize that the Tokyo Marathon is a mass event that provides an opportunity to promote and raise awareness, and deliver impact.
With our aim to create a sustainable society through running and sports, we ask the understanding and cooperation of all those involved in the event to play a part in these goals.
Initiatives to promote recycling of PET bottles used during the race (Bottle to Bottle horizontal recycling)
In collaboration with our official partner Otsuka Pharmaceutical, we will separate and collect the plastic bottles provided for runners at each aid station. The collected plastic bottles will be processed and turned into raw materials for recycled plastic bottles, which will then be reused as beverage containers by Otsuka Pharmaceutical and other beverage manufacturers.
*What is Bottle to Bottle | Environment | National Soft Drink Federation (j-sda.or.jp)
Recycling of aid station paper cups
We will work with our official partner Otsuka Pharmaceutical to recycle paper cups. Runners will drink from the cups provided at aid stations and then place them in dedicated collection boxes. The collected paper cups will be processed as recycled paper to be used again as toilet paper.
Using electric vehicles along the course
In collaboration with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's Zero Emission Vehicle promotion initiative, clean electric vehicles, such as Porsche Taycan, will be used as part of the support fleet for event operations. This effort aims to reduce CO2 emissions, providing a cleaner environment for athletes, and contributing to sustainability.
Diversity Initiatives
As a member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, the Tokyo Marathon Foundation is committed to promoting DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) and aims to be the most inclusive race in the world. With that in mind, we have given special consideration to the LGBTQ+ community, as well as people with disabilities. At the Tokyo Marathon 2025, we will be adding the non-binary option to gender selection, and trialing the introduction of Duo Teams, so that anyone can take on the challenge in their own way.
Addition of non-binary
As society as a whole works to create an environment that accepts diversity, a non-binary option added to the gender category, which has already been introduced in other AbbottWMM races. Participant lists and records will display "male," "female," or "non-binary.
Trial implementation of the Duo Team program
We will be announcing the trial implementation of the Duo Team in the general entry category, with the aim of providing an opportunity for people with conditions that make it difficult for them to run on their own to take on the challenge of a marathon. Start time is planned at 9:05 a.m. alongside the wheelchair race group. Four Duo Teams with experience in Abbott World Marathon Majors will participate in the Tokyo Marathon 2025 with a specified time.
Universal Changing rooms and Universal restrooms (Location：start, 10.7km finish and finish area)
We are working with Pride House Tokyo to improve our own operational know-how for operating events in a way that accommodates all sexualities.*Tokyo Marathon foundation has also signed an agreement with Pride House Tokyo to promote diversity in sporting events. (2019)
Universal Design (UD) for communications
On the day of the race, "SoundUD" ,which can display announcements in multiple languages, will be used.In addition, to accommodate communication in various situations, such as between people with hearing and visual impairments and in multiple languages, we recommend the use of the "UD Talk" app for volunteer activities.
Establishment of the "sustainable cheering area" at the finish area
A "sustainable cheering area" will be set up in the finish area with priority given to people with disabilities and children.For more information, click here.
*Further pages are available only in Japanese
Promoting the use of environmentally friendly materials
Produce gear for volunteers using recycled materials
We will produce knapsacks to be handed out as personal luggage containers during volunteer activities, using recycled marine debris.
Promotion of Reuse
Promotion of Reuse of Volunteer Apparel
We will encourage volunteers to reuse this year's gear at next year's event and beyond.
Discontinuation of safety pin provision with runner's bib number packet
Installation of clothing collection boxes
Unwanted clothing and winter wear is collected around the start area for chemical recycling, thermal recycling, and reuse recycling.
Reuse of course tape
We will reuse course tape where possible.
Upcycling of Tokyo Marathon flags
Upcycling of Tokyo Marathon flags
Flags produced for the Tokyo Marathon 2025 will be made into bags and sold. In support of employment for the disabled, sewing work will be outsourced to facilities that employ people with disabilities, with a portion of bag sales proceeds donated to the Tokyo Goodwill Bank (Tokyo Council of Social Welfare).
Reduction in production materials, etc.
Digitization of Tokyo Marathon 2025 official program
The event will take place over three days at Tokyo Big Sight (1st Floor, Conference Tower), coinciding with Tokyo Marathon EXPO 2025 (Packet Pick-up).
The VOLUNTAINER Meeting will feature a variety of seminars and interactive areas showcasing sustainability initiatives related to the Tokyo Marathon.
Please click here for more information.
