About this event
The Nara Marathon takes runners through historic scenery dotted with the World Heritage 'Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara.' For this 17th edition, a section of the World Heritage 10K course has been modified, and four divisions will be held. At the main venue, Rohto Field Nara, an EXPO and stage events will take place, offering two days to fully enjoy Nara. On Saturday, December 12, the Mini Nara Marathon (2 km x 2 laps) starts, and on Sunday, December 13, the Marathon (42.195 km), Pair Relay Marathon (42.2 km), and World Heritage 10K (10 km) each start. The marathon course starts and finishes at Rohto Field Nara (Nara City Konoike Athletic Stadium) with a turnaround in Tenri City, and is a Japan Association of Athletics Federations certified course. On Sunday, December 13, traffic restrictions will be in effect on the marathon course and surrounding roads. Details may change depending on circumstances.
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Rohto Field Nara
4-5-1 Horensahoyama, Nara, Nara 630-8108
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