Futatabi Park, at the foot of Mount Rokko, provides a genuine trail atmosphere before the first edition even begins. Following a trial event last year, this is the commemorative first human-and-dog trail race. The concept is straightforward: enter the woods with your dog and share the journey at your own pace.
The atmosphere should lean towards muddy paws rather than stopwatch pressure, supported by the encouraging note: “Walking is fine!!” Expect participants who genuinely wish to be on the trail with their dogs, not just those focused on competition. As Kansai’s first human-and-dog race, it adds a unique element. If your dog navigates trails well and you appreciate a course with a forest setting, this appears to be a relaxed yet memorable event to enter.