The Sapporo Marathon, one of the largest city marathons in northern Japan with over 10,000 participants annually, is set to take place on October 4, 2026. The main venue for this event will be the Sekisui Chemical Stadium Makomanai. Competitors can choose from various race distances including a half marathon (with time limits), a 10km run, and shorter courses of 5km, 3km, and 2km within nearby parks. There are also special options like wheelchair racing for a distance of 5km and an open category "Anyone Can Run" event which is accessible to all participants. The half marathon starts on the Olympic Avenue in Sapporo before weaving through picturesque areas such as the Makomanai Stadium, passing by scenic spots along the Toyohira River. As runners make their way towards central Sapporo, they can enjoy views of famous landmarks like Susukino and Odori Park, including the iconic TV Tower. Participants will experience a turnaround at Odori Park before heading back to the heart of Sapporo, running alongside the banks of the Toyohira River until reaching the finish line at Sekisui Chemical Stadium Makomanai. The event promotes sustainability by distributing soft flasks and cups (for half marathon and 10km runners only) encouraging participants to carry their own reusable bottles or cups instead. Those who bring a personal bottle or cup will be offered free baggage storage services, costing ¥400 in advance or ¥500 on the day of the event. This year's Sapporo Marathon offers an engaging blend of scenic routes and urban landscapes, catering to runners of all levels while emphasizing environmental responsibility through sustainable practices.
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10km ※Bring Your Own Bottle/Cup Run
Oct 04, 2026
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2km
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3km
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5km
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Anyone 1km
Oct 04, 2026
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Half Marathon ※Bring Your Own Bottle/Cup Wave Start: Wave 1 9:20, Wave 2 9:30
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