50th Kamagaya New Year Marathon

About this event

Running through Kamagaya in the new year, the historic Kamagaya New Year Marathon marks its 50th edition. Attracting many runners from inside and outside the city, this event is ideal for the first run of the year. Featuring a wide range of events from divisions for parents and children to categories for elementary school students, junior high school students, and general participants, people of various ages and skill levels can enjoy it. Based at Fukutaro Stadium under the crisp new year sky, this marathon offers multiple ways to enjoy the day, whether challenging personal records or running alongside family and friends. Race entries are accepted from Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 10:00 to Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 23:59. Applying early is recommended as registration closes once capacity is reached. Entry fees vary by division: 500 yen for elementary school students, 3,200 yen per pair for the parent-child division, 1,000 yen for junior high school students, 3,400 yen for high school students, and 4,700 yen for general participants. A separate entry processing fee applies. Top finishers in each division will receive certificates and prizes, and special awards as well as participation prizes are also provided. Certificate of completion records can be downloaded later from RUNNET. On race day, the opening ceremony starts at 9:05 AM and races begin at 9:40 AM. The event will be held rain or shine, but may be cancelled at the organizer's discretion in the event of severe weather. The decision on whether the event will take place will be announced on the event website at 6:00 AM on the day. Access to the venue is about a 20-minute walk from Shin-Kamagaya Station on the Tobu Urban Park Line, Keisei Matsudo Line, Hokuso Line, and Narita Sky Access Line; as no parking is provided, the use of public transportation is recommended.

Venue

Fukutaro Stadium (Kamagaya Municipal Athletics Stadium)

924-283 Hatsutomi, Kamagaya, Chiba 273-0121