【 2027 KAGAWA MARATHON 】 Race Entry + Great Value Selected 2-Night Stay

2027 KAGAWA MARATHON ( 2027 かがわマラソン ) is Kagawa Prefecture’s first-ever JAAF-certified race. The event is scheduled for March 21, with the new Kagawa landmark Anabuki Arena Kagawa ( あなぶきアリーナ香川 )

serving as both the start and finish point. The course connects the island scenery of the Seto Inland Sea, the special scenic site “Ritsurin Garden,” and satoyama and plain landscapes. While enjoying Kagawa’s natural beauty, runners can also deeply experience the local atmosphere, making this a highly anticipated new large-scale city marathon in the Shikoku region.

★ Starts and finishes at Kagawa’s newly built large sports arena, offering excellent post-race and rest facilities.

★ The scenic Seto Inland Sea course passes by the special scenic site Ritsurin Garden and the beautiful coastline, offering sweeping views of the Sanuki Plain.

2027 KAGAWA MARATHON ( 2027 かがわマラソン )

■Event Date: 2027-03-21 (Sun)

■Events: Marathon ( マラソン ): 42.195 KM

■Race Start Times: 2027-03-21 , 10:00

■Time Limit: 42.195K 6 Hrs

※ The full marathon time limit is calculated from the first starting gun at 10:00, and checkpoint cut-off gates will be set along the course.

■Cut-off time information: 41.6 KM( 16:00 )

■Race Venue: Anabuki Arena Kagawa ( あなぶきアリーナ香川 )

■Start Line: Anabuki Arena Kagawa ( あなぶきアリーナ香川前 )

■Finish Line: Anabuki Arena Kagawa ( あなぶきアリーナ香川内 )

■Entry Requirements: Those born before April 1, 2008, and able to complete the race within the time limit (wheelchairs are not permitted)

■ Finisher Award: Finisher medal and web finisher certificate.

※ After the race, you may download the electronic record certificate from the official website (no paper certificate will be provided by the organizer; the official finisher certificate requires a paid application fee of JPY 1,000).

■ Participation Gift: Commemorative towel.

※The above information is for reference only. Please refer to the final itinerary information for actual details.

【Course Map & Elevation Chart】

【Finisher Award】For reference from 2026; actual details are subject to the final itinerary information.

【Event Commemorative T-shirt】For reference from 2026; actual details are subject to the final itinerary information.

【Finisher Towel】2026 design for reference; actual details are subject to the final itinerary information.

• Combining the latest technology with traditional craftsmanship, this is a comfortable, compostable, and antibacterial eco-friendly towel.

• With the event logo’s green as the base color, the center features the prominent word “FINISHER”; the flowing white lines cleverly symbolize the journey to the finish line and Sanuki udon.

Time Limit

1. The time limit is calculated from the starting gun (it takes about 15 minutes for the last runner to cross the start line).
2. Participants who do not pass a checkpoint within the designated time must stop the race immediately and board the official event bus.
3. Even after passing a checkpoint, participants who are still significantly behind may be asked to withdraw from the race.
4. The organizer reserves the right to adjust checkpoint locations and closing times depending on circumstances.

【Records and Rankings】

• Chip timing will be used throughout the race.
• Gross Time: The time from the starting gun to crossing the finish line.
• Net Time: The time from when an individual actually crosses the start line to crossing the finish line.
• Overall rankings are determined by gross time; age group rankings are determined by net time.

【Awards】

1. Overall Results (gross time): 1st to 8th place in the men’s and women’s divisions

※ The overall champion of each division will receive prize money of JPY 1,000,000 (limited to JAAF-registered athletes only).

2. Age Groups (net time): Men’s and women’s divisions will each have age groups in 10-year increments, and the top three male and female runners in each group will receive awards

※ Excludes winners of the top 8 overall awards.

※ The awards ceremony will be held only for the overall champions; there will be no separate ceremony for each age group, and certificates will be mailed later.

※ Age is based on race day.

Hotel Pearl Garden (ホテルパールガーデン)

Stay dates: 2027/03/20, 2027/03/21 

Check-in time: 15:00 PM Check-out time: 11:00 AM

※Images on this page are for reference only. Room layouts and decor may vary due to on-site adjustments. Please refer to the actual room assigned upon check-in.

Single Room｜16㎡｜Breakfast Included

Room Facilities

Wi-Fi/Non-smoking room/TV/Telephone/Desk/Air conditioning/Indoor slippers/Heating/Refrigerator/Electric kettle/Private bathroom (in room)/Hair dryer/Shower facilities/Face towel

Toiletries

Shampoo/Conditioner/Toothbrush/Body wash/Hair dryer

Twin Room｜25 ㎡｜Breakfast Included

Room Facilities

Wi-Fi/Non-smoking room/TV/Telephone/Desk/Air conditioning/Indoor slippers/Heating/Refrigerator/Electric kettle/Private bathroom (in room)/Hair dryer/Shower facilities/Face towel

Toiletries

Shampoo/Conditioner/Toothbrush/Body wash/Hair dryer

■Packet Pickup Location: Anabuki Arena Kagawa ( あなぶきアリーナ香川 )

■Packet Pickup Hours: 2027-03-20 , 10:00 ～ 19:00

※ Registration is not available on race day, 2027-03-21 (Sun).

※ Identity verification will be conducted at registration using identification documents, etc.

※Actual race pack collection information is subject to the organizer’s final announcement

Here are some transportation suggestions for your independent trip. Actual traffic conditions are subject to Japan’s announcements on the day, and you may also purchase tickets in advance to avoid limited availability.

■ From Takamatsu Airport (高松空港) to Hotel Pearl Garden (ホテルパールガーデン)

From Takamatsu Airport (高松空港), take the Takamatsu Airport Limousine Bus to Kawaramachi Station (瓦町駅), then transfer to the Machinaka Loop Bus (West Loop) to Takamatsu Velodrome(高松競輪場). After getting off, walk about 3 minutes (230 meters) to arrive.

■Hotel Pearl Garden (ホテルパールガーデン) to the Race Venue and Packet Pickup Location: Anabuki Arena Kagawa ( あなぶきアリーナ香川 )

From the hotel, walk about 3 minutes to Gaosong Dispensing Pharmacy(高松調劑藥局), then transfer to the Machinaka Loop Bus (West Loop) to Takamatsu Chikko(高松築港). After getting off, walk about 6 minutes (450 meters) to arrive.

Ritsurin Garden

This daimyo strolling garden with ponds, designated as a Special Place of Scenic Beauty, is famed for its “a different view at every step.” The garden features famous spots such as Hiraisho and Kikugetsu-tei, along with elegant and refined landscaping and teahouses, making it perfect for a relaxing pre-race stroll or for enjoying matcha and Japanese sweets after the race. The park’s 6 ponds and 13 artificial hills intertwine to showcase different seasonal scenery throughout the year. If time and weather permit, consider taking a ride on the traditional wooden boat “Senshumaru” on the South Lake to experience the beauty of an Edo-period garden.

Takamatsu Castle

Located beside Takamatsu Port and close to Takamatsu Station and the race venue, Takamatsu Castle is one of Japan’s rare and famous water castles that directly draws seawater into its moat, making it ideal for a short visit during your free time before the race. The grounds preserve valuable historical structures such as Tsukimi Yagura and Mizute Gomon, and you can also enjoy the unique experience of feeding sea bream in the moat while observing seawater fish swimming in the castle moat up close. If you visit in spring, you can also admire the breathtaking cherry blossoms in full bloom, making it one of Takamatsu’s must-visit cherry blossom spots.

Yashima

Located on a lava plateau in eastern Takamatsu City, Yashima offers superb panoramic views overlooking downtown Takamatsu and the many islands of the Seto Inland Sea. At the summit is the boldly designed panoramic exhibition hall “Yashimarl,” where you can take in the seamless scenery of sea and sky. During your visit, you can also try kawarake-nage, the custom of throwing small clay discs for blessings and warding off bad luck, and pray for a smooth finish in the upcoming marathon.

Yashima-ji Temple

Located at the summit of Yashima, Yashima-ji Temple is the 84th temple of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage and has a history of more than a thousand years. The temple preserves many important cultural properties and is famous for its connection to the Genpei War and the worship of Tanuki Daimyojin, making it an ancient temple and scenic site not to be missed when visiting Yashima.

【Package Includes】

1. Race entry for 2027 KAGAWA MARATHON ( 2027 かがわマラソン ).

2. Selected hotel: Hotel Pearl Garden (ホテルパールガーデン) for 2 nights (room type based on your selection).

3. If the event includes participation gifts, etc., all details are subject to the organizer’s final announcement.

【Excluded Expenses】

- Round-trip international airfare is not included.

- Passport application fees, some meals, fees for use of other activity facilities, personal expenses, and transportation costs are not included. (Such as beverages, alcohol, laundry, telephone, telegrams, and personal transportation expenses)

※ It is recommended that you purchase your own travel insurance (children under 15 cannot be covered by travel insurance according to regulations).

【Cancellation Policy】

Once booked, the event cannot be canceled. If cancellation is required due to force majeure, please provide relevant documents and contact AsiaYo customer service for assistance and refund confirmation. AsiaYo customer service hotline: 886-2-77550575.

AsiaYo Sports Travel Booking Service Process

1. Book online and submit your order: Select the race package on the AsiaYo platform and complete the booking request.
2. Instant booking, order confirmed immediately: Once confirmed by the system, your travel order will take effect immediately.
3. Fill out the “Traveler Race Information” form: The system will automatically send the form. Please be sure to complete it within the specified time limit to ensure your race participation rights.
4. Receive final itinerary information: AsiaYo will send the updated final itinerary details 5–7 days before check-in.
5. On-site registration and check-in: On the day of departure, please bring your original passport to complete hotel check-in and race registration procedures.

★ Friendly reminder: Since both race registration and hotel check-in require identity verification, please make sure your passport is valid and carry the original with you.

【Visa】

Holders of Taiwan, Hong Kong, or Macau passports may enter Japan visa-free. However, the passport must be valid for more than 6 months and must also contain the Republic of China national ID number. Travelers holding foreign passports should check for themselves whether a visa is required.

【Time Difference】

All of Japan is in the same time zone, GMT+9.

【Package Includes】

1. Race entry for 2027 KAGAWA MARATHON ( 2027 かがわマラソン ).

2. Selected hotel: Hotel Pearl Garden (ホテルパールガーデン) for 2 nights (room type based on your selection).

3. If the event includes participation gifts, etc., all details are subject to the organizer’s final announcement.

【Excluded Expenses】

- Round-trip international airfare is not included.

- Passport application fees, some meals, fees for use of other activity facilities, personal expenses, and transportation costs are not included. (Such as beverages, alcohol, laundry, telephone, telegrams, and personal transportation expenses)

※ It is recommended that you purchase your own travel insurance (children under 15 cannot be covered by travel insurance according to regulations).

【Cancellation Policy】

Once booked, the event cannot be canceled. If cancellation is required due to force majeure, please provide relevant documents and contact AsiaYo customer service for assistance and refund confirmation. AsiaYo customer service hotline: 886-2-77550575.

【Hotel Check-in Method】

After your booking is confirmed, you only need to present your original passport at the hotel front desk on the day of check-in to complete the check-in process smoothly.

【Race Pack Collection】

Please make your own way to the venue to collect race materials 

■Packet Pickup Location: Anabuki Arena Kagawa ( あなぶきアリーナ香川 )

■Packet Pickup Hours: 2027-03-20 , 10:00 ～ 19:00

※ Registration is not available on race day, 2027-03-21 (Sun).

※ Identity verification will be conducted at registration using identification documents, etc.

※Actual race pack collection information is subject to the organizer’s final announcement

【Race Regulations】

Health Management

• Other than providing first aid, the organizer assumes no responsibility for any illness or other accidents.

• Participants must undergo sufficient training in advance and are responsible for their own health condition.

• Those with a history of heart disease (such as myocardial infarction, angina, cardiomyopathy, or arrhythmia), or who have experienced chest pain or dizziness during exercise, should consult a doctor and undergo a health check before participating.

• If you feel unwell on race day, please withdraw from the race without hesitation. 

※ If you experience abnormal symptoms while running, such as hives, shortness of breath, or nausea (possibly food-dependent exercise-induced allergic reaction), stop running immediately and inform nearby race staff. 

※ The organizer will implement appropriate infectious disease prevention measures according to the pandemic situation.

Race Rules

This event will be conducted in accordance with the latest WA (World Athletics) competition rules, JAAF (Japan Association of Athletics Federations) rules, and the regulations of this event.

In addition, as this event is a WA-certified label race, the WA Road Race Labeling Regulations will apply. At the same time, anti-doping testing will be conducted in accordance with WA rules.

Clothing Regulations

• Costumes are strictly prohibited for JAAF-registered athletes.

• In A Block, costumes are prohibited for all participants regardless of whether they are JAAF-registered athletes. In addition, clothing or behavior that may make other runners or roadside spectators uncomfortable is strictly prohibited.

Purpose of Use of Personal Information

• The organizer will comply with laws and regulations regarding the protection of personal information and will handle participants’ personal information in accordance with the privacy policy of the Osaka Marathon Organizing Committee.

• Please note that this privacy policy will be transferred to a new company on September 1, 2026, and the new company will handle participants’ personal information in accordance with this policy.

• Privacy policy Click here to view

Competition and Clothing Regulations

According to WA Competition Rule (TR5.2), JAAF-registered participants are strictly prohibited from wearing costumes during the race, and running shoe soles must not exceed 40 mm (must be WA-approved). Official spot checks may be conducted after the race.

Prohibited behavior and attire at the venue (violators may be disqualified):

* Commercial/ideological promotion: Conducting commercial advertising or promotional activities (only company names are allowed as team names on clothing), political activities, or religious activities.

* Special uniforms: Wearing professional uniforms with special legal responsibilities, such as police, military, medical, or security uniforms.

* Inappropriate items: Carrying or wearing any items that may interfere with the event, harm/offend others, violate public morals, or be deemed inappropriate by the organizer.

Portrait Rights and Image Handling

The organizer reserves the right to publish participants’ photos, images, articles, names, ages, addresses (country, prefecture, or city/town), and finish times through television, newspapers, magazines, the internet, and other promotional media during the event, and also reserves the right to use participants’ likenesses. In addition, the organizer may authorize the sale of photos and other related materials at its own discretion.

Transportation and Other Notes

• Please use public transportation: There is no parking at the venue and traffic congestion is likely in the surrounding area. Private vehicle drop-off/pick-up and illegal parking are strictly prohibited. The organizer will not be responsible for delays caused by traffic issues.

• Drones are strictly prohibited: To ensure event safety, carrying and operating drones is completely prohibited except by the organizer.

• Follow the organizer’s instructions: Please be sure to comply with all safety management, event operations, and epidemic prevention regulations set by the organizer

【Race Assembly and Related Details】

※All details are subject to the final itinerary information and the organizer’s official announcements.