The 51st Setouchi Town Ekiden Relay Race

About this event

The "51st Setouchi Town Ekiden Relay Race," held in Setouchi Town, Kagoshima Prefecture, is a signature town sporting event where local residents come together to test their running legs. Set in the downtown area of Koniya, spirited races unfold as teams pass their tasuki sashes. Many spectators gather along the roadside to cheer warmly for the athletes. In past tournaments, numerous moving scenes have emerged, such as neck-and-neck battles between teams and dramatic comeback victories by runners showing phenomenal late surges. This tournament is an important event that brings energy and vitality not only to the participants but to the entire local community.

Venue

Setouchi Sea Station (Setouchi Umi-no-Eki)

26-14 Koniya Ominato, Setouchi-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima 894-1503