37th Challenge Fuji Five Lakes Ultramarathon (第37回チャレンジ富士五湖ウルトラマラソン)

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37th Challenge Fuji Five Lakes Ultramarathon (第37回チャレンジ富士五湖ウルトラマラソン) runnet.jp
Date 18 Apr, 2027
Races 6 distances
Entry fee $63.27 – $158.17
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37th Challenge Fuji Five Lakes Ultramarathon (第37回チャレンジ富士五湖ウルトラマラソン)

About the event

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Mount Fuji and its serene lakes as you take on one of Japan's most challenging ultra-marathons. The FUJI100K RECORD CHALLENGE invites runners to traverse stunning landscapes, including cherry blossom-lined pathways during peak bloom season. This event is under consideration for official recognition by the Japanese Athletics Association but may not receive approval pending further review.
Choose from several distance options: 120km (FUJI 5LAKES), 100km (FUJI 4LAKES), 80km, and 62km races. Each course offers a unique blend of scenic beauty and rigorous terrain, winding through picturesque lakeside trails and the foothills of Mount Fuji.
Registration fees vary based on distance and age category: U25 runners enjoy discounted rates for longer distances. The FUJI100K RECORD CHALLENGE has separate entry costs for elite athletes and general participants. Join this unforgettable journey where nature's grandeur meets athletic endurance.
Participants will be immersed in the serene beauty of Japan’s iconic landscapes, making it a must-see event for both competitive runners and those seeking an awe-inspiring adventure.

Races offered

18Apr

FUJI 3LAKES 62km

Running

Distance
62K
Countdown
167 days
Entry fee
$123.37
18Apr

FUJI 4LAKES 100km

Running

Distance
100K
Countdown
167 days
Entry fee
$145.51
18Apr

FUJI 4LAKES 80km

Running

Distance
80K
Countdown
167 days
Entry fee
$136.02
18Apr

FUJI 5LAKES 120km

Running

Distance
120K
Countdown
167 days
Entry fee
$158.17
18Apr

Fuji 100K Record Challenge [Open] (Pending Official Recognition)

Running

Distance
100K
Countdown
167 days
Entry fee
$63.27
18Apr

Fuji 100K Record Challenge【ELITE】(Pending Official Recognition)

Running

Distance
100K
Countdown
167 days
Entry fee
$63.27

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Japan is an island country in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean off the northeast coast of the Asian mainland, it is bordered to the west by the Sea of Japan, the Sea of Okhotsk in the north, and the East China Sea in the south. The Japanese archipelago consists of four major islands alongside over 14,000 smaller islands. Japan is divided into 47 administrative prefectures and eight traditional regions, and around 75% of its terrain is mountainous and heavily forested, concentrating its agriculture and highly urbanized population along its eastern coastal plains. With a population of almost 123 million as of 2026, it is the world's 11th most populous country. Tokyo is the country's capital and largest city.

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