Ishin no Sato Hagi Castle Town Marathon 2026
Japanese name:維新の里 萩城下町マラソン2026
📅 Sun, Dec 13, 2026
About this event
Held in Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, "Ishin no Sato Hagi Castle Town Marathon 2026" is a marathon race set against the historic backdrop of the Hagi castle town. Four event categories are offered—Half Marathon, 5 km, 2 km, and Family Course—welcoming a broad spectrum of runners from beginners to experienced athletes. The course is flat and easy to run, allowing participants to experience the ambiance of Hagi where the entire town feels like an open-air museum while taking in historic landmarks and scenic sites. On race day, complimentary servings of fugu (pufferfish) hot pot and natsumikan (summer orange) juice, as well as a "mochimaki" rice cake toss, will be provided for runners and cheering spectators alike. Free shuttle buses to and from the venue will also operate for participants. The route runs along pristine rivers and the Sea of Japan coast, sweeping past the sightseeing highlights of the Hagi castle town on either side.
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Hagi Wellness Park
73-7 Tsubaki, Hagi, Yamaguchi 758-0061
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