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Itinerary Overview
■Host City:Tamana ( 玉名市 )
■Course Highlights:
★Visit the hometown of Shiso Kanaguri, the father of the pilgrimage marathon, and experience the warm, rich local hospitality.
★The supply station offers unlimited Hengdao strawberries and local specialty foods.
★After the race, head to Tamana Onsen for a soothing soak to fully relieve muscle fatigue.
■Registration Options:"Full Marathon (42K), Half Marathon (21.1K), 10K"
■What's Included:Race entry, two nights of selected accommodation
Make your own way there (airfare not included), and once you check in to your selected hotel, you can collect your race materials! Get some rest early today and save your energy for tomorrow's race.
Meals
Breakfast On your own
Lunch On your own
Dinner On your own
Accommodation
Accommodation Name:Hotel Shirasagi -Hotel Shirasagi(玉名溫泉ホテルしらさぎ)

2027 Tamana Idaten Marathon ( Yokoshima Strawberry Marathon / 玉名いだてんマラソン / 横島いちごマラソン ) race day!
In the morning, participants will head to the venue, warm up, and take part in the race while enjoying the beautiful scenery and course—run your best race!
After finishing, you will stay again at the accommodation included in your booked package and enjoy a full rest.
Meals
Breakfast Hotel breakfast
Lunch On your own
Dinner On your own
Accommodation
Accommodation Name:Hotel Shirasagi -Hotel Shirasagi(玉名溫泉ホテルしらさぎ)
After check-out, you may continue exploring the beautiful sights around Kumamoto City, or travel to other cities in Japan for sightseeing. Any onward arrangements are at your own expense.
Meals
Breakfast Hotel breakfast
Lunch On your own
Dinner On your own
Accommodation
On your own
Package Highlights
The Kumamoto Tamana Idaten Marathon / Yokoshima Strawberry Marathon combines sports, culture, and local sightseeing into one grand event, held in Tamana City, Kumamoto Prefecture, the hometown of Kanaguri Shiso, the father of the marathon in Japan. The course winds through beautiful rural fields and countryside scenery, showcasing a rich sense of history and the warm, enthusiastic support of local residents along the way. After the race, participants can enjoy the area's famous sweet Yokoshima strawberries and visit the renowned Tamana Onsen for a relaxing soak, making this a popular event that brings together gourmet delights, history, and an excellent race course experience.
Race Information
■Event Name:2027 Tamana Idaten Marathon ( Yokoshima Strawberry Marathon / 玉名いだてんマラソン / 横島いちごマラソン )
■Event Date:2027-02-28 (Sun)
■Events:
Marathon ( 玉名いだてんマラソン ): 42.195K
Half Marathon ( 横島いちごマラソン ハーフ ): 21.0975K
10K
■Race Start Times:
【 Marathon ( 玉名いだてんマラソン ): 42.195K 】 2027-02-28 , 09:00
【 Half Marathon ( 横島いちごマラソン ): 21.0975K 】 2027-02-28 , 10:00
【 10km ( 10km ): 10K 】 2027-02-28 , 10:35
■Time Limit:
42.195K 6 Hrs
21.0975K 3 Hrs
10K 1 Hr 30 Mins
■Race Venue:Yokoshima Ground Athletic Center ( 横島グラウンド総合運動センター )
■Start Line:Yokoshima Ground Athletic Center ( 横島グラウンド総合運動センター )
■Finish Line:Yokoshima Ground Athletic Center ( 横島グラウンド総合運動センター )
■Entry Requirements:
【 Marathon ( 玉名いだてんマラソン ): 42.195K 】 18 years old and above (excluding high school students), and must be able to complete within the time limit.
【 Half Marathon ( 横島いちごマラソン ): 21.0975K 】 High school or above
【10K】"Limited to 2 hours"
※The above information is for reference only. Actual details are subject to the final itinerary information.
【Free Shuttle Bus Information】
※Participants are encouraged to make use of the round-trip shuttle buses provided by the organizer between the venue and Tamana Station on the event day.
Shuttle buses will operate between the free parking lot, Kyushu Shinkansen Tamana Station, JR Kagoshima Main Line Tamana Station, and the race venue.
【Temporary Parking Lot, Shin-Tamana Station, Tamana Station】 to 【Race Venue】 07:00 AM~10:00 AM (last bus)
【Race Venue】 to 【Temporary Parking Lot, Shin-Tamana Station, Tamana Station】 11:30 AM~16:00 PM (last bus)
【Baggage Storage Information】
Storage location: 横島小学校体育館 Learn more
※ Valuables cannot be stored. Please do not bring valuables with you.
【Race Course & Elevation Map】
■ Full Marathon Course Introduction

■ 21K

■ 10K、5K、3K

【Cutoff Points】
For traffic control, safety maintenance, and race operation needs, the organizer has set cutoff times. If participants exceed the cutoff time, they will not be allowed to continue the race.
In addition, even if not at a cutoff point, if a participant falls significantly behind or is judged unable to continue safely, the organizer also has the right to require the runner to stop. After the race is stopped, the runner's timing chip will be collected to avoid timing errors.

【Awards】
- Ranking by category: 1st to 3rd place for men and women in each category
- Kanaguri Shiso Award: 1st to 43rd place for men and women in the full marathon
【T-Shirt Size Reference】

【Records】
- Participants' timing chips will be used for timing and recordkeeping.
- The official record (ranking) will be based on the total time from start to finish.
- Finisher certificates can be downloaded online after the race. ※The organizer will no longer issue paper finisher certificates.
- For the full marathon and half marathon, the finisher certificate will include the official time (gross time) and net time (time measured from the start line) as reference times.
- Timing will no longer be recorded after the time limit has passed.
- After the race, please place the running timing chip back into the collection box.
【Aid Stations】
- Yokoshima strawberries, water, sports drinks, and other local food refreshments
【Finisher Awards】
- Web electronic finisher certificate
- Finisher towel (full marathon only)
- Finisher medal (full marathon only) available for additional purchase on race day.
※For on-site finisher medal purchases, you may pay by cash or PayPal.
※Name and time can be customized and printed on the medal (the medal will be mailed after the race).
【Participation Gifts】
- Local specialty seaweed, original T-shirt (T-shirt for full marathon category only)
【Run Dressed as Kanaguri Shiso~ Merchandise】
- Kanaguri Shiso Cosplay Set (T-shirt + split-toe socks)
- T-shirt only
- Kanaguri Tabi (split-toe socks) only
※Recommended split-toe sock sizes: available in 23cm~28cm (in 0.5cm increments). It is recommended to choose a size 1 cm larger than your usual shoe size (only size exchanges will be available on race day).
【Run Like Kanaguri Shiso~ Merchandise T-Shirt Style】 ※Not the full marathon participation gift T-shirt style

Featured Hotels
Hotel Shirasagi -Hotel Shirasagi(玉名溫泉ホテルしらさぎ)
Stay dates: 2027/02/27, 2027/02/28, 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 decorations may vary due to on-site adjustments. Please refer to the actual room assigned upon check-in.

Twin Room|23-26㎡|Breakfast included

Room amenities
TV, electric kettle, cold water, refrigerator, air conditioning/heating, heated toilet seat, air purifier
Amenities
Shampoo, conditioner, soap, body wash, toothbrush, tissues, yukata (Japanese robe), bath towel, face towel, slippers, comb, razor, shower cap
Hotel hot spring bath
- Western-style bath: Parthenon, equipped with a cold bath and sauna.
- Japanese-style bath: Shirasagi-yu, built mainly with granite and wood, and equipped with an open-air bath. ※The Japanese-style and Western-style baths alternate between men and women

Packet Pickup Guide
■Packet Pickup Location:Hotel Shirasagi -Hotel Shirasagi(玉名溫泉ホテルしらさぎ)
■Packet Pickup Hours:預計 入住飯店時領取
Getting There
Here are some transportation suggestions for independent travel. Actual traffic conditions are subject to Japan's announcements on the day, and you may also purchase tickets in advance to avoid seat shortages.
※Crowds will be very heavy on the event day, so please allow plenty of time. It is recommended to arrive one day early.
■ Direct flights from Taiwan to the local airport (actual direct flights to Kumamoto/Fukuoka are subject to each airline's official announcements)
■Fukuoka Airport (福岡空港) to Hotel Shirasagi -Hotel Shirasagi(玉名溫泉ホテルしらさぎ)
From Fukuoka Airport (福岡空港), take the Fukuoka City Subway Kuko Line to Hakata Station (博多駅), transfer to the Kyushu Shinkansen to Shin-Tamana Station (新玉名駅), then transfer to the Kyushu Sanko Bus to Tamana Onsen Bus Stop (玉名温泉). After getting off, it is about a 3-minute walk (210 meters) to arrive.

■Hotel Shirasagi -Hotel Shirasagi(玉名溫泉ホテルしらさぎ) to Yokoshima Ground Athletic Center ( 横島グラウンド総合運動センター )
Walk about 3 minutes (210 meters) from the hotel to Tamana Onsen Bus Stop (玉名温泉), take the Kyushu Sanko Bus to Yokoshima Shogakko-mae Bus Stop (横島小学校前), and after getting off, walk about 8 minutes (650 meters) to arrive. For the return trip, simply walk back in the opposite direction along the same route to return to the hotel.

【Free Shuttle Bus Information】
※Participants are encouraged to make use of the round-trip shuttle buses provided by the organizer between the venue and Tamana Station on the event day.
Shuttle buses will operate between the free parking lot, Kyushu Shinkansen Tamana Station, JR Kagoshima Main Line Tamana Station, and the race venue.
【Temporary Parking Lot, Shin-Tamana Station, Tamana Station】 to 【Race Venue】 07:00 AM~10:00 AM (last bus)
【Race Venue】 to 【Temporary Parking Lot, Shin-Tamana Station, Tamana Station】 11:30 AM~16:00 PM (last bus)
What's Included
【Included in the Package】
- 2027 Tamana Idaten Marathon ( Yokoshima Strawberry Marathon / 玉名いだてんマラソン / 横島いちごマラソン ) race entry.
- Selected hotel Accommodation Name:Hotel Shirasagi -Hotel Shirasagi(玉名溫泉ホテルしらさぎ) for 2 nights, including breakfast.
- If the race 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 use of 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 additionally (children under 15 are not eligible for travel insurance according to regulations).
【Cancellation Policy】
Race bookings cannot be canceled once purchased. If cancellation is required due to force majeure, please provide relevant documentation and email the AsiaYo mailbox at bundle_sale@asiayo.com to contact AsiaYo customer service for assistance and refund confirmation. AsiaYo customer service hotline: 886-2-77550575.
Booking Process
AsiaYo Sports Travel Booking Service Process
- Book online and submit your order: Select your race package on the AsiaYo platform and complete the booking application.
- Instant booking, order confirmed immediately: After system confirmation, your travel order will take effect immediately.
- Fill in Traveler Race Information: The system will automatically send the information form. Please be sure to complete it within the specified time limit to ensure your race participation rights.
- Receive final itinerary information: 5 to 7 days before check-in, AsiaYo will send the updated final itinerary details.
- On-site check-in and hotel stay: 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 be sure to confirm your passport validity and carry the original with you.
Terms & Cancellation Policy
【Visa】
1. Before departure, travelers are responsible for confirming the nationality requirements of the passport they hold and obtaining any visas or entry procedures required by the destination country.
2. It is recommended that your passport be valid for at least 6 months from the departure date.
※For travelers holding a Taiwan passport, the passport must include the Republic of China national ID number, and you must bring the original passport when departing.
【Included in the Package】
- 2027 Tamana Idaten Marathon ( Yokoshima Strawberry Marathon / 玉名いだてんマラソン / 横島いちごマラソン ) race entry.
- Selected hotel Accommodation Name:Hotel Shirasagi -Hotel Shirasagi(玉名溫泉ホテルしらさぎ) for 2 nights, including breakfast.
- If the race 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 use of 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 additionally (children under 15 are not eligible for travel insurance according to regulations).
【Cancellation Policy】
Race bookings cannot be canceled once purchased. If cancellation is required due to force majeure, please provide relevant documentation and email the AsiaYo mailbox at bundle_sale@asiayo.com to 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, on the day of check-in you only need to present your original passport at the hotel front desk to complete check-in smoothly.
【Race Material Collection】
Collect race materials at the hotel upon check-in
※Actual information is subject to the organizer's final announcement
【Race Regulations】
Handling of Personal Information
- The organizer complies with personal information protection laws. Participants' personal information will only be used for race notifications, invitations for the next event, result announcements (rankings, etc.), services provided by sponsors and partner organizations, and confirmation of participation eligibility.
Application Terms and Conditions
- After registration is completed, event changes, cancellations, or refund requests are not permitted.
- If the race is shortened or canceled due to force majeure such as natural disasters (earthquakes, windstorms, floods, snowfall), accidents, or pandemics, the organizer will assess actual expenses incurred and decide whether to partially refund the registration fee.
- If an accident, injury, or illness occurs during the event period, the organizer will only provide first aid treatment. Participants should confirm that they are in good health and assume the risks of participation themselves. If you feel unwell on race day, please do not participate.
- During the race, if the organizer determines that a participant is not in suitable condition to continue, please immediately follow instructions to stop racing. In addition, be sure to comply with any other instructions from the organizer regarding safety management and race management.
- If injury or illness occurs during the race, I have no objection to receiving first aid treatment. I will not hold the organizer responsible for the method or process of treatment (except in cases of intentional misconduct or gross negligence by the organizer).
- If emergency vehicles need to pass on the course, participants must cooperate with the organizer's instructions and stop to give way.
- Except for first aid treatment, the organizer bears no responsibility for accidents, injuries, illnesses, theft, or loss not caused by the organizer.
- My family members, relatives, legal representative (if the participant is a minor), or team members (when registered collectively by a representative) have all agreed to participate in this event.
- Impersonation and false reporting of age or gender are strictly prohibited. Violators will be disqualified and their results canceled, and the organizer will bear no responsibility for any related compensation or refunds.
- I agree that all race videos, photos, reports, and result records (including portrait rights) and their publication and usage rights in media such as television, newspapers, magazines, the internet, and promotional booklets belong to the organizer.
- The race uses timing chips for time measurement. After the race, be sure to return the timing chip to the designated collection box (it must also be returned if you withdraw during the race).
- The organizer is not responsible for delays caused by public transportation or road conditions. Pets (such as dogs), wheelchairs, and strollers are strictly prohibited on the entire course, except for the Leisure Run Division のんびり部門.
- Participants are generally free to choose their attire (including Kanaguri Shiso costume outfits promoted by the organizer), but may not wear clothing that violates public order and morals, covers the entire body, is insulting or offensive, or is deemed by the organizer to interfere with race safety or operations.
- Wearing or displaying promotional items such as company names or product trademarks for commercial advertising purposes is prohibited at the event venue (including along the course).
- If attire does not comply with the regulations, the organizer has the right to require the participant to stop the race.
【Nickname Bib Information】
- With this add-on, you can have a personalized bib printed with your own name or nickname. Wearing it on race day allows race volunteers and local supporters along the course to call out your name more warmly and cheer you on enthusiastically!
- You may choose whether to add this service during registration and fill in the name to be printed in the traveler information field. If you do not purchase this add-on or do not fill in a nickname, a standard bib will be issued (showing only the race number and name).
- Character limit: Full-width characters (Chinese, Japanese): up to 5 characters; half-width characters (English letters, half-width spaces): up to 10 characters.
- Available characters: In principle, any characters that can be entered using a standard computer input method may be used. Please do not use special symbols, emoji, or environment-dependent characters that may cause garbled text in the system.
- Numbers only are prohibited: You may not enter only Arabic numerals (for example, 888), to avoid confusion with the official race number assigned by the event.
- Character conversion and deletion: If the input system cannot support the display of uncommon characters, old-form characters, or some traditional Chinese characters, the system will automatically replace them with the corresponding new-form or simplified characters; if a special character is completely unrecognizable, the system will delete that character directly.
- Advertising and inappropriate language are prohibited: It is strictly forbidden to enter company names, shop names, product brand names, or any text of a commercial advertising nature. If the organizer determines that the content is inappropriate (such as violating public order and morals, political positions, or offensive language), the organizer has the right to refuse to print the nickname, and the add-on fee will not be refunded.
Finisher Certificate
- Finishers may download an electronic finisher certificate (Web finisher certificate) from the official website after the race. The organizer will not issue paper finisher certificates.
【Race Assembly and Related Information】
All details are subject to the final itinerary information and the organizer's official announcements.
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