Events

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Tokyo Marathon Friendship Run 2025

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We will host a Fun Run event of approximately 5km with the aim of welcoming runners from overseas, fostering interaction among domestic and international runners, and strengthening unity.
Let's enjoy the Fun Run 5km together, embracing the theme of the Tokyo Marathon, “The Day We Unite.”

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Event Information

  • Date and Time

    Saturday, March 1, 2025 9:00~14:00 (Tentative)
    *The event will be held by groups.
    ・Group 1: Registration 9:00〜 Opening 9:45〜
     Start 10:00 End 10:30
    ・Group 2: Registration 10:30〜 Opening 11:15〜
     Start 11:30 End 12:00
    ・Group 3: Registration 12:00〜 Opening 12:45〜
     Start 13:00 End 13:30

  • Course

    Taito Riverside Sports Center (Athletic field), etc.

  • Organizer

    Tokyo Marathon Foundation

  • Presenting Partner

    KINTETSU INTERNATIONALKINTETSU INTERNATIONAL

  • Community Partner

    Asakusa Shops Federation

  • Supporting Organizations

    Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Taito City

  • Eligibility

    Runners aged 12 and above on the race day.
    *Parental consent is required for runners aged under 18.
    *Please note that the above information is subject to change without notice.

  • Distance

    Fun Run (5km)【COURSE MAP】
    *No record measurements

  • Capacity

    1,500 runners in total
    ・Group 1: 500 runners
    ・Group 2: 500 runners
    ・Group 3: 500 runners
    *The event will be held by groups.

  • Event Fee (for overseas residents)

    8,800 JPY (per person, incl. tax)

  • Prize

    ・Finish medal, Tenugui (a Japanese traditional cloth),
    Running Festa button badge, etc.

  • Special Guest

    Paula Jane Radcliffe

    Paula Jane Radcliffe MBE
    (born 17 December 1973) is a British former long-distance runner. She is a three-time winner of the London Marathon (2002, 2003, 2005), three-time New York Marathon champion (2004, 2007, 2008), the 2002 Chicago Marathon winner and the 2005 World Champion in the Marathon from Helsinki.

    Tegla Loroupe

    Tegla Loroupe
    (born 9 May 1973) is a former Kenyan long-distance track and road runner. She is also a global spokeswoman for peace, women's rights and education. Loroupe holds the world records for 25 and 30 kilometers and previously held the world marathon record. She was also the first woman from Africa to win the New York City Marathon, which she has won twice. She has won marathons in London, Rotterdam, Hong Kong, Berlin and Rome.

    Yuko Arimori

    Yuko Arimori
    (born December 17, 1966, in Okayama) is a Japanese professional marathon runner and a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).

    MC

    Aso Koyata

    Aso Koyata
    (Katsubenshi (Japanese performer who provided live narration for silent films) / Deputy Editor-in-Chief of “Asakusa Monthly” / Writer for the website “TAITO Travel Guide” )

    Guest

    M Takashi

    M Takashi
    (Tokyo Marathon Foundation Sports Legacy Program Charity Ambassador / athlete impressionist comedian)

    Cheering Supporter

    Komazawa University, Athletic Association, Cheering Guidance Department “BLUE PEGASUS”

    Komazawa University, Athletic Association, Cheering Guidance Department"BLUE PEGASUS"
    Komazawa University, Athletic Association, Cheering Guidance Department"BLUE PEGASUS"

    The three groups – ‘leaders,’ ‘cheerleaders,’ and the ‘brass band’ – will collaborate to cheer your run with all their might!

    Asakusa Experience

    Rickshaw: Ebisuya

    ・Rickshaw: Ebisuya
    A rickshaw service that allows you to enjoy your trip and sightseeing with heartfelt hospitality.
    HP:https://www.ebisuya.com/
    *Available to all participants.

    Tea Ceremony: Kakinuma

    ・Tea Ceremony: Kakinuma
    A store where you can enjoy a traditional tea ceremony experience in an authentic tea room.
    HP:https://kakinuma.tokyo/
    *Only available to those who have applied in advance.

    Wood Craft: Hakocho

    ・Wood Craft: Hakocho
    A store that creates traditional crafts using paulownia wood.
    HP:https://www.hakocho.com/kimekomi
    *Only available to those who have applied in advance.

  • Entry Period

    12:00 p.m. on December 4 (Wed), 2024 (JST)【Entry Finish】
    *First-come, first-served basis. Application will be closed when capacity is reached.
    *You must agree to the regulations when you apply for the event.
    *The “Click here to register” button will be placed at the bottom of this page after the Entry Period starts.

  • Event Regulations / Entry Regulations / Handling of Personal Information

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  • Contact

    Tokyo Marathon Friendship Run 2025 Event Desk
    E-mail:tm-friendshiprun-ovs@or.knt.co.jp

*Please note that the above information is subject to change without prior notice.

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