Runtrip Partners with Renaissance Sports Club to Offer Indoor Training Environment Unaffected by Summer Heat

Runtrip Inc. (headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Eiichiro Omori), the operator of the running app 'Runtrip,' has partnered with Renaissance Co., Ltd., a sports club operator, to begin offering the 'Renaissance One-Day Trial Ticket' as a reward redeemable with Runtrip Miles starting Monday, June 1, 2026.

By collaborating with Renaissance's well-equipped indoor facilities, Runtrip aims to provide an environment where users can continue running even during intense summer heat.

Record-Breaking Summer Heat in Japan

Japan's summers are becoming increasingly severe each year. Even before the official start of summer, regions across the country are already experiencing heatwave days with temperatures exceeding 35°C. In 2025, recorded as the hottest summer in history, the number of emergency transports due to heatstroke nationwide (from May to September) surpassed 100,000 for the first time since records began (※1).

Temperatures are expected to rise further as the peak summer season approaches, increasing the need for heatstroke prevention and countermeasures. In response, local governments across Japan are designating air-conditioned public facilities as 'Designated Heatstroke Shelters (Cooling Shelters)' under the revised Climate Change Adaptation Act. These facilities are listed on disaster prevention maps and opened during periods when Heatstroke Special Warnings are issued, helping residents protect themselves from extreme heat.

The Need for a Comfortable Running Environment

In recent years, the global running boom has led to a significant increase in the number of runners. Domestically, in fiscal year 2025, the number of marathon finishers aged 29 and under exceeded 60,000 for the first time (※2), indicating growing popularity among younger generations.

However, recent summers have become so hot that even daily life is affected. Engaging in intense physical activity under high temperatures poses serious health risks, including heatstroke. According to the Ministry of the Environment's heatstroke prevention website, guidelines recommend avoiding intense exercise when temperatures exceed 31°C and the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) index exceeds 28, and suspending all physical activity when temperatures exceed 35°C and WBGT exceeds 31 (※3).

These weather conditions are a major reason why many runners discontinue their training routines. As the number of runners grows, there is an increasing demand for comfortable, year-round running environments.

Partnership with 'Renaissance' to Support Continuous Training

Runtrip, which operates under the vision of 'A world where running is freer and more enjoyable,' and serves 700,000 members, is collaborating with indoor training facilities to support year-round running. This partnership with Renaissance, a sports club that enables high-quality indoor training, allows runners to redeem Runtrip Miles for on-site trial experiences, helping to establish consistent and comfortable running habits regardless of season.

The redemption period runs from Monday, June 1, 2026, to Saturday, August 8, 2026. Users can exchange 800 Runtrip Miles for one one-day trial ticket.

Program Details

Reward Content

Renaissance One-Day Trial Ticket

Required Runtrip Miles

800 miles

Redemption Period

June 1, 2026 (Mon) – August 8, 2026 (Sat)

How to Redeem

Apply via the 'Mile Rewards Exchange' page within the Runtrip app

Available Facilities

All nationwide locations of Renaissance Sports Club (for details, please visit the official Renaissance website)

About Runtrip Miles

Runtrip Miles is a points program where users earn miles based on running distance tracked in the Runtrip app. Accumulated miles can be exchanged for various rewards, helping maintain and boost motivation to keep running.

About Runtrip Inc.

Runtrip Inc. operates under the vision of 'A world where running is freer and more enjoyable,' offering services such as the runner-focused SNS app 'Runtrip,' real-world events, and community programs that make running enjoyable for everyone. The company also develops healthcare promotion programs in collaboration with corporations and local governments.

Head Office: City Court Sakuragaoka 408, 23-17 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Representative: CEO Eiichiro Omori

Founded: May 15, 2015

URL: https://corp.runtrip.jp

※1 Source: '2025 Was the Hottest Summer on Record—Over 100,000 Heatstroke Emergency Transports, Key Points on Corporate Heat Countermeasures from Awareness Survey'. Wether X powered by Japan Weather Association. December 9, 2025. https://weather-jwa.jp/news/topics/post9530

※2 Source: PR TIMES 'Fiscal 2025 Full Marathon Finishers Reach 345,268, Under-29 Finishers Surpass 60,000 for the First Time—“All-Japan Marathon Ranking 2025” Released'. R-BiZ Sports Foundation. May 21, 2026. https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000141211.html

※3 Source: Heatstroke Prevention Information Site 'What is the Heat Index?'. Ministry of the Environment. https://www.wbgt.env.go.jp/wbgt.php