10th Mimatan Kirishima Panorama Marathon

About this event

A marathon event where participants can enjoy an invigorating run while taking in the magnificent panorama of the Kirishima Mountain Range, which was designated as Japan's first national park. Warm cheers and hospitality from local residents welcome participants, earning acclaim every time. A wide variety of divisions are offered, including the Half Marathon, 5 km, 3 km, 2 km, and 2 km Family run, open to anyone in good health. Specific target completion times are set: under 3 hours for high school students and older in the Half Marathon, under 50 minutes for junior high school students and older in the 5 km, under 30 minutes for junior high school students and older in the 3 km, under 25 minutes for elementary school students in the 2 km, and under 25 minutes for guardians and children of elementary school age or younger in the 2 km Family run. People with disabilities may also participate accompanied by a guide runner. As participation prizes, runners can choose either a 'T-shirt printed with everyone's names' or a 'local specialty product set (about 2 varieties)'. Participants in divisions costing 3,500 yen or more will be sent in advance gift vouchers usable at the venue morning market or the Mimata Town Specialty Store Yokamon-ya. In the awards ceremony, the Oldest Participant Award, Best Costume Award, and Long-Distance Traveler Award will be presented, along with awards for up to 3rd place overall (by gender) in each category.

Venue

Mimata Town Cultural Center

3404-2 Kabayama, Mimata, Kitamorokata District, Miyazaki 889-1901