Sports

The 27th Mount Mitake Mountain Race

Japanese name:第27回 みたけ山登山競走

📅 Sun, Dec 13, 2026

📍 Ome, Tokyo

About this event

This is a popular race running across the spiritually revered Mount Mitake. With a rewarding course layout, runners race up the steep approach path with the cable car visible alongside and cross clear streams where yamame trout can be seen swimming, aiming for the goal at Musashi Mitake Shrine. The event allows participants to enjoy magnificent scenery while fully experiencing the true thrill of trail running. Started in 2000, it is a pioneer trail running event known as a cherished year-end race. The finish line is located within the precinct of Mitake Shrine. The difficulty level is rated at 3 stars (★★★); it features significant elevation changes, nearby hot springs and tourist attractions, and convenient accessibility. Men's and women's series champions also receive the special benefit of permanent entry fee waivers for all subsequent races in the series.

Source website (Japanese) ↗

Venue

Mount Mitake (Mitakesan)

Mitakesan, Ome, Tokyo 198-0175

Open in Google Maps ↗
Loading map...