Minato City Half Marathon 2026 to Commemorate the 80th Anniversary of Minato Ward – Runner Registration Opens July 1 (Wednesday)

The 'Minato City Half Marathon 2026,' commemorating the 80th anniversary of Minato Ward, will be held to realize a coexisting community through sports that welcomes participation from children to seniors, regardless of nationality or disability.

In addition to regular awards, special awards will be presented to mark the 80th anniversary of Minato Ward in March of Reiwa 9.

Highlights from Last Year

Event Overview

Event Date

Sunday, November 15, Reiwa 8 (Rain or Shine)

Organizers

Minato Marathon Executive Committee, Tokyo Association of Athletics Federations (Public Interest Incorporated Foundation)

Events and Courses

Course details are available in the attached document.

▼Attachment: Course Map 2026

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Events

Half Marathon

Youth Run (~3.6km)

Fun Run (~800m)

Capacity

5,000 participants※1

200 participants※2

500 participants

Eligibility

Individuals aged 18 or older on the day of the event who can complete the course within the time limit

Born between April 2, 2008, and April 1, 2014, and able to complete the course within the time limit※2

Residents of Minato Ward※4

Start Times

8:40 AM

8:30 AM

9:10 AM

Time Limits

2 hours 30 minutes

25 minutes

30 minutes

Entry Fees

¥10,000※5

¥2,000

¥500

※1 Priority given to residents of Minato Ward.

※2 Priority given to residents and students of Minato Ward.

※3 Separate categories for middle school and high school students.

※4 Preschool children must be accompanied by a guardian.

※5 Charity entry fee is ¥40,000.

Runner Registration

Registration Method

Registration is primarily online.

For details, visit the official event website (https://minato-half.jp).

Selection Method

Lottery (Charity entries are first-come, first-served)

Registration Period, Results Announcement, and Payment Period

Half Marathon

Half Marathon

Youth Run

Fun Run

General Entry

Charity Entry

Registration Period

July 1 (Wed) – July 13 (Mon)

July 1 (Wed) – August 17 (Mon)

July 1 (Wed) – July 13 (Mon)

July 1 (Wed) – July 13 (Mon)

Results Announcement

August 3 (Mon)

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August 3 (Mon)

August 3 (Mon)

Payment Period

August 3 (Mon) – August 17 (Mon)

July 1 (Wed) – August 17 (Mon)

August 3 (Mon) – August 17 (Mon)

August 3 (Mon) – August 17 (Mon)