www.iwaki-marathon.jp

Iwaki Sunshine Marathon

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Iwaki, Fukushima, Japan

calendar_today 22 Feb, 2026

About the Event

Experience the vibrant coastal energy at the 17th Iwaki Sunshine Marathon on Sunday, February 22, 2026. This popular event in Fukushima Prefecture offers a stunning course with beautiful ocean views, living up to its "Sunshine" name. With a full marathon, 10km, 5km, and family-friendly 2km runs, it's a fantastic celebration for athletes of all levels. The race is renowned for its enthusiastic local support and festive atmosphere, making every runner feel welcome. Join this community-driven event for a memorable run filled with positive energy and scenic Japanese coastal landscapes.

Races Offered

Marathon

Feb 22, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

terrain

Type — —

timer

-38 days remaining

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Iwaki.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 1.0° / 8.9°

wb_sunny -3.9° / 4.1°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 12.4 /

water_drop 63.7%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 1.0° / 8.9°

wb_sunny -3.9° / 4.1°

air 12.4 km/h

water_drop 63.7%

About Iwaki

Learn more about the host city, Iwaki.

Iwaki (いわき市) is a city in Fukushima. It is a regional city surrounded by mountains and the Pacific Ocean. It is nicknamed "Sunshine Iwaki" due to its high number of hours of bright sunshine compared to other areas of Japan, and it is said to be one of the most temperate cities in the country.