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第18回嬬恋高原キャベツマラソン

嬬恋村 · 33 km away

Run · road · Marathon

第13回津南ウルトラマラソン 80K／64K／48K

中魚沼郡津南町秋成12300 · 56 km away

JUL 1

Run · road · Marathon

第23回小布施見にマラソン

小布施町 · 12 km away

AUG 1

Run · road · Marathon

藤原ダム完成記念第67回藤原湖マラソン

みなかみ町 · 72 km away

SEP 1

Run · road · Marathon

第6回金沢エコマラソンwith STARTUS

犀川緑地 · 3 km away

Nagano · 80 km

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Recurring Marathon races near Nagano

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第16回えちご・くびき野100kmマラソン【メディカルランナー】

The Echigo Kubiki-no 100km Marathon is an ultramarathon held in Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture, beginning before dawn in October. It features four wave-start blocks, each 30 minutes apart, and offers a 100 km solo race, a 100 km pair relay, and a 50 km race. This event attracts participants from all over Japan and stands as the largest sports event of its kind in the Joetsu region. This year marks the final edition, lending the race a distinct farewell atmosphere, setting it apart from a typical long-distance competition. The course incorporates steep road segments, making it unsuitable for wheelchair participants. Entrants must be adults; high school students are ineligible. Each runner is required to undergo a medical check prior to race day and carry proof of health insurance. The event operates on a donation-based entry system: participants donate initially and subsequently receive a race-entry URL via email, with race materials dispatched beforehand. All race categories filled, indicating strong demand from runners eager to participate in the final 100 km run on the Kubiki-no roads.

第29回滑川ほたるいかマラソン

The Namerikawa Hotaruika Marathon takes place in autumn in Namerikawa, a coastal city in Toyama Prefecture situated between the Tateyama Range and the Sea of Japan. Although named the "Marathon," the primary event is a half marathon. Additional options include a 10 km race, a 3 km race for participants up to junior high school age, and a 2.1 km "Enjoy Running" category without chip timing. The half marathon is limited to 2,000 participants, has a three-hour time limit, and is open to individuals aged 18 and above, excluding high school students. The half marathon course begins with a circuit around the event grounds, proceeds over Hayatsuki Bridge, crosses the city, passes Takatsuki Kamo Shrine, and then turns back near Shimoumezawa. The 10 km route is more limited, with a cap of 300 runners, and follows a path through the Hayatsuki Bridge and Tsubokawa district. The event attracts individuals seeking a straightforward local race, aiming for a personal best, or preparing for the Toyama Marathon. A distinctive local element is the participation award: all runners receive dried hotaruika, the firefly squid for which Namerikawa is known.

第43回大町アルプスマラソン

The Omachi Alps Marathon takes place in autumn in Shinano Omachi, Nagano. Runners can view the Northern Alps ridgeline during the race. The event's theme, “Let’s run on the roof of Japan,” reflects the city's high mountain surroundings. The course winds through various parts of Omachi, transitioning from mountain bases to farmland and lakeside areas. This event has been held annually since 1983. It holds local significance as Shinano Omachi was the first location in Nagano Prefecture to organize a full marathon for general participants.

第3回松本ミニミニマラソン！

The Obuse Mini Marathon is a half marathon held in July in Obuse, a town in Nagano Prefecture. It begins at 6:00 AM at Obuse Station and concludes at Obuse General Park. Although called "mini," the race covers the full half-marathon distance of 21.0975 km within a 5-hour time limit. Start blocks are organized by predicted finish time. The event emphasizes appreciating Obuse during the run, with participants sometimes pausing to enjoy the town, rather than focusing solely on speed. The entry limit is 8,000 participants, who must be at least 15 years old. High school students require parental consent. The course follows three principles: running along the levee, through country roads, and down alleys. Its core concept is "Enso," meaning connection running, reflecting the organizers' aim for runners, volunteers, and residents to interact during the race. While there are awards for overall and age-group winners, the event also features a Best Costume Award, team prizes, and a Big Wave Award for the largest participating group. A costume check-in occurs before the start, and the preceding day includes a safety prayer ceremony and a workshop with a guest runner. Finishers are presented with a towel at the park post-race.

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SEP 1976 km away cycling

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About Marathon races in Nagano

Nagano Training Notes

Nagano hosts 9 Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Locals run Nagano like a mountain-adjacent base camp. The route covers 52 km and gains 130 m. You can push it to a 65 km day with 1,709 m of gain. RETO Running Club uses GMO Athletes Park Yunomaru for hard intervals at 1,750 m. GMO Athletes Park Yunomaru can make you feel that slight shortness of breath fast. Nobeyama Ultramarathon, Karuizawa Half Marathon, Nagano Marathon, and 4100D Mountain Trail sit as the anchor events.

Locals ride the river when they want clean Z2 and easy base miles. The route runs 5 km and connects Nagano, Chikuma, and Ueda. Lake Nojiri gives riders a 20 km loop when the legs want rhythm. 3 km. Japan Alps Cycling Road is the name people point at when the day needs bigger scenery. Azumino Century Ride is the anchor event for a gran fondo mood. The Hakuba mountains hold the MTB side, with singletrack, downhill lines, and enough climbing to skip fake suffering.

April, May, July, August, October, and November usually give the best training windows. Hakuba keeps summer honest when Nagano city feels hot, and temperatures around 30°C can still come with a refreshing valley breeze. Hakuba 47 Mountain Sports Park MTB runs from mid-July to late August. Hakuba Iwatake MTB Park runs from July to late August, then returns from end of September to early November. Winter changes the whole game. Roads stay compact most of the way, but slick ice and deeper snow make runners watch each step and cyclists choose routes carefully.