【 2027 Tokushima Marathon 】 Race Entry + Great Value Selected 2-Night Stay

This event is one of the most representative spring races in Japan’s Shikoku region, previously known for the magnificent scenery along the Yoshino River and enthusiastic Awa Odori cheering support. To mark the 20th edition in 2027, the organizer has significantly revamped the course, greatly reducing the proportion of the Yoshino River embankment section that was prone to strong crosswinds and instead increasing the share of streets within Tokushima City, allowing runners to experience the cityscape more deeply.

This edition is also specially designated as the Tokushima open event of the "2027 Kansai World Masters Games" and will, for the first time, adopt a cross-municipality point-to-point route, starting in Tokushima City and finishing in Naruto City. With a 6.5-hour time limit, it is a popular marathon that combines a fresh challenge with sightseeing appeal.

2027 Tokushima Marathon ( 2027とくしまマラソン )

■Event Date：2027-03-14 (Sun)

■Events：Marathon ( Marathon / マラソン ): 42.195K

■Race Start Times：

• 【 Wave 1 】 2027-03-14 , 08:20
• 【 Wave 2 】 2027-03-14 , 08:30

■Time Limit：42K 6 Hrs 30 Mins

※Based on the Wave 2 start time, there will be 10 cutoff points.

■Start Line：Tokugin Tomoni Arena ( とくぎんトモニアリーナ前 )

■Finish Line：Pocari Sweat Stadium ( ポカリスエットスタジアム )

■Entry Requirements：Participants who are 18 years of age or older on the day of the event (excluding high school students) and able to finish the race within the time limit.

■Finisher Prize: Original finisher medal, original finisher towel

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

【Course Map】

【Elevation Chart】

【Time Limit】

【Awards】

Race results will be based on "gross time," and awards will be presented as follows: top 10 overall men and women, 1st place in each overall category for men and women, and 1st place in the men’s and women’s blind marathon categories.

Top 3 men and top 3 women in each age group (in 5-year intervals).

※An awards ceremony will be held on race day for the top 3 overall men and women, the top 3 in each overall category for men and women, and the top 3 in the men’s and women’s blind marathon categories. Certificates and other prizes for other award winners will be mailed later.

※For rankings, overall standings are based on "gross time," while age group standings are based on "net time."

A comfortable hotel with convenient access to and from the race venue

Smile Hotel Tokushima ( スマイルホテル徳島 )

Stay dates: 2027/03/13, 2027/03/14, total 2 nights

Check-in time: 15:00 PM Check-out time: 10:00 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 at check-in.

Single Room｜14.8㎡｜Breakfast Included

In-room Amenities

Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothbrush set, facial cleanser and hand soap, private bathroom, bidet toilet, comb, razor, hair dryer, bath towels and towels, sleepwear (yukata style), slippers, standard TV channels, in-room phone, tea set, electric kettle, refrigerator, humidifying air purifier, air conditioning, deodorizing spray, Wi-Fi, wired internet, non-smoking rooms available, cotton swabs, satellite TV channels, shoehorn, memo pad/ballpoint pen

Twin Room｜18.4㎡｜Breakfast Included

In-room Amenities

Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothbrush set, facial cleanser and hand soap, private bathroom, bidet toilet, comb, razor, hair dryer, bath towels and towels, sleepwear (yukata style), slippers, standard TV channels, in-room phone, tea set, electric kettle, refrigerator, humidifying air purifier, air conditioning, deodorizing spray, Wi-Fi, wired internet, non-smoking rooms available, cotton swabs, satellite TV channels, shoehorn, memo pad/ballpoint pen

■Packet Pickup Location：Smile Hotel Tokushima ( スマイルホテル徳島 )

■Packet Pickup Hours：預計 入住飯店時領取

Helpful transportation information for your independent race trip (actual conditions are subject to traffic on the day)

■ Kansai International Airport (関西国際空港) ↔︎ Smile Hotel Tokushima ( スマイルホテル徳島 )

Take the Airport Limousine Bus from Kansai International Airport (関西国際空港) to Tokushima Station (徳島駅), then walk about 4 minutes (300 meters) after getting off.

■ Smile Hotel Tokushima ( スマイルホテル徳島 ) → Start Line：Tokugin Tomoni Arena ( とくぎんトモニアリーナ前 )

It is about a 7-minute walk (500 meters) from the hotel.

■ Finish Line：Pocari Sweat Stadium ( ポカリスエットスタジアム ) → Smile Hotel Tokushima ( スマイルホテル徳島 )

• The organizer provides post-race shuttle bus service from the finish line to Tokushima Station (徳島駅).

※Shuttle bus information is for reference only. Actual schedules and details are subject to the final itinerary.

• From the Finish Line to Naruto Station (鳴門駅), take the JR Naruto Line to Tokushima Station (徳島駅), then walk about 4 minutes (300 meters) after exiting the station.

Recommended famous attractions in Tokushima to make your independent trip even more enriching

• Otsuka Museum of Art

The Otsuka Museum of Art was originally established by the well-known Japanese pharmaceutical company Otsuka Pharmaceutical to commemorate its 75th anniversary, under the name "Ceramic Board Masterpiece Art Museum" in Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture. The museum covers an area of 29,412 square meters. From the third basement floor to the second floor above ground, the total gallery length across its five levels reaches 4 kilometers. Using special technology, the museum reproduces more than 1,000 Western masterpieces on ceramic boards at the same size as the originals. These works include carefully selected ancient murals and modern paintings from more than 190 museum collections across 26 countries worldwide.

• Uzu no Michi

Uzu no Michi is a seaside promenade installed beneath the roadway of the Onaruto Bridge, with a total length of about 450 meters. From a height of 45 meters above sea level, visitors can look down through the glass floor at the whirlpools of the Naruto Strait, one of the world’s three major tidal current locations. The Naruto whirlpools are most spectacular during spring and autumn spring tides, reaching diameters of up to 20 meters, and are said to be the largest whirlpools in the world.

※The whirlpools occur at different times each day. To catch them, please check the official website in advance for the best viewing times today.

• Awa Odori Kaikan

Awa Odori Kaikan is a facility located in Tokushima City, Tokushima Prefecture, Japan, dedicated to exhibiting materials related to Awa Odori. The five-story building includes a local products and tourism exchange plaza on the first floor; on the second floor, staff perform Awa Odori during the day, while in the evening, 33 famous dance groups from the Awa Odori Promotion Association and the Tokushima branch of the Tokushima Prefecture Awa Odori Association perform in rotation; the third floor houses the Awa Odori Museum, showcasing the culture and history of Awa Odori; the fourth floor is an event space available for rental; and the fifth floor is the lower station of the Bizan Ropeway.

• Ryozenji Temple

When visiting Shikoku, you should know about "ohenro," the pilgrimage to the 88 temples visited by Kobo Daishi. By making pilgrimages and worshipping at each temple, it is believed one can eliminate 88 worldly troubles and receive 88 blessings or merits. At Ryozenji Temple, in addition to enshrining the Matchmaking Kannon for love luck, visitors can also admire historic buildings. The temple also sells essential pilgrimage items such as white robes, kongo staffs, and sedge hats.

【What’s Included】

1.2027 Tokushima Marathon race entry.

2.Selected hotel Smile Hotel Tokushima ( スマイルホテル徳島 ) for 2 nights. (Room type depends on your selection)

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

【Not Included】

- Round-trip international airfare is not included.

- Passport application fees, some meals, fees for using other activity facilities, personal expenses, and transportation costs. (Such as beverages, alcohol, laundry, telephone, telegrams, and personal transportation expenses)

※We recommend purchasing your own travel insurance. (Children under 15 are not eligible for travel insurance coverage according to regulations.)

【Cancellation Policy】

Once booked, the event cannot be canceled. If cancellation is required due to force majeure, please provide the 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 your race package on the AsiaYo platform and complete the booking application.
2. Instant booking, order confirmed immediately: Once confirmed by the system, your travel order will take effect right away.
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 check-in and registration: 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, and 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.

【What’s Included】

1.2027 Tokushima Marathon race entry.

2.Selected hotel Smile Hotel Tokushima ( スマイルホテル徳島 ) for 2 nights. (Room type depends on your selection)

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

【Not Included】

- Round-trip international airfare is not included.

- Passport application fees, some meals, fees for using other activity facilities, personal expenses, and transportation costs. (Such as beverages, alcohol, laundry, telephone, telegrams, and personal transportation expenses)

※We recommend purchasing your own travel insurance. (Children under 15 are not eligible for travel insurance coverage according to regulations.)

【Cancellation Policy】

Once booked, the event cannot be canceled. If cancellation is required due to force majeure, please provide the 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 check-in day to complete check-in smoothly.

【Race Pack Pickup】

Collect your race pack when checking in at the hotel for an easy and hassle-free race experience.

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

【Event Rules】

Competition Rules

• In accordance with the 2026 Japan Association of Athletics Federations competition rules and the rules of this event.

Shoes

According to World Athletics (WA) competition rule TR5.2, JAAF-registered athletes are prohibited from using running shoes with a sole thickness exceeding 40 mm. They must use shoes listed on the WA-approved shoe list. The chief referee or other officials may conduct inspections after the race.

• Japan Association of Athletics Federations Competition Management Committee. Learn more
• WA approved shoe list. Learn more

Application Terms and Conditions (Please agree to the following terms and conditions before applying)

• No changes or cancellations will be accepted after registration. In addition, no refunds will be given if you are unable to participate due to personal reasons such as poor physical condition.
• If the event is scaled down or canceled due to earthquakes, windstorms, floods, snowfall, incidents, accidents, illness, or other reasons, the organizer will decide based on the actual circumstances. Regarding the participation fee, the organizer will determine whether a refund will be issued after deducting expenses already incurred before cancellation.
• Please use public transportation to get to the venue. Do not use private cars to drop off or pick up guests, and do not park vehicles on streets or at shops around the venue.
• Participants’ baggage (designated bags only, excluding valuables) will be transported by the organizer from the start point to the finish point.
• The organizer is not responsible for theft or loss of valuables; please assume responsibility at your own risk.
• The organizer assumes no responsibility for drinking water or food other than that provided at designated aid stations. Special drinks are not accepted.
• Please wear your bib number so that the organizer can easily identify you. The timing chip is attached to the bib number and does not need to be returned after the race.
• On the day of the event, please check the weather forecast and prepare for temperature changes, such as rising or falling temperatures or rain. Please also note that there are no rain or wind shelters in the start and finish areas.
• If the organizer determines that a runner’s clothing violates public order and morals, poses danger or inconvenience to other runners, or covers the entire face or otherwise makes it difficult to check the runner’s physical condition, the runner may be asked to change clothes or may be disqualified.
• In general, participants will line up at the start according to their designated areas. Except for athlete-only areas, other area assignments will be determined based on actual and expected finish times.
• According to World Athletics (WA) competition rule TR5.2, JAAF-registered athletes are prohibited from using running shoes with a sole thickness exceeding 40 mm. Please use shoes on the WA-approved shoe list. The chief referee has the right to inspect shoes after the race at their discretion.
• During the race, runners may be stopped to allow emergency vehicles to pass.
• This ambulance will only transport emergency patients and will not transport other competitors.
• In addition to these application terms and conditions, the event will also be conducted in accordance with the competition terms and conditions and event cancellation rules separately established by the organizer (in the event of any discrepancy, the competition terms and conditions shall prevail).

【Event Assembly and Related Information】

All details are subject to the final itinerary documents and the organizer’s announcements.