Heisei Shinzan Shimabara Student Ekiden
Japanese name:平成新山島原学生駅伝
📅 Sat, Dec 5, 2026
About this event
The "Heisei Shinzan Shimabara Student Ekiden" is a collegiate ekiden (long-distance relay) race organized by the Kyushu Intercollegiate Athletics Association and Shimabara City. Male and female university runners from the Kyushu region race through scenic routes in Shimabara. In 2026, it will be held on Saturday, December 5. The men's race is scheduled to start from the Shimabara City Track and Field Stadium at 9:30 AM heading toward Shimabara Cultural Hall, while the women's race will start from the same stadium at 9:50 AM and finish back at the stadium. On race day, a live stream will be broadcast on YouTube, allowing viewers to enjoy live commentary and real-time coverage of the heated contest. Information on participating teams, course overviews, and other details are released to help fans enjoy the competition even more.
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Shimabara City Track and Field Stadium
3-5643-7 Uenohara, Shimabara, Nagasaki 855-0853
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