General Information
Information about the Tokyo Marathon 2026 for anyone involved.
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Diversity Initiatives
As a member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, the Tokyo Marathon Foundation is committed to promoting DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) and aims to be the most inclusive race in the world. With that in mind, we have given special consideration to the LGBTQ+ community, as well as people with disabilities. At the Tokyo Marathon 2026, we will be adding the non-binary option to gender selection, and trialing the introduction of Duo Teams, so that anyone can take on the challenge in their own way.
Addition of Non-binary
As society as a whole works to create an environment that accepts diversity, we have added a non-binary option to the gender selection for general entrants starting with the Tokyo Marathon 2025, in order to respond to the increasingly diverse needs of runners. Race records will display “male,” “female,” or “non-binary.”
Trial implementation of the Duo Team program
We will be announcing the trial implementation of the Duo Team in the general entry category, with the aim of providing an opportunity for people with conditions that make it difficult for them to run on their own to take on the challenge of a marathon. Start time is planned at 9:05 a.m. alongside the wheelchair race group.
Universal Changing rooms and Universal restrooms (Location：start, 10.7km finish and finish area)
We are working with Pride House Tokyo to improve our own operational know-how for operating events in a way that accommodates all sexualities.*Tokyo Marathon foundation has also signed an agreement with Pride House Tokyo to promote diversity in sporting events. (2019)
Universal Design (UD) for communications
On the day of the race, "SoundUD" ,which can display announcements in multiple languages, will be used.In addition, to accommodate communication in various situations, such as between people with hearing and visual impairments and in multiple languages, we recommend the use of the "UD Talk" app for volunteer activities.
Diversity - Inclusive Initiatives at the Finish Area
A "ACCESSIBLE VIEWING AREA" will be set up in the finish area with priority given to people with disabilities.
360°VR Road Guide
The 360°VR Road Guide can be used by people who use wheelchairs, baby carriages, or the like at points along major roads which have been closed off (and are not crossable) during the marathon to safely reach the other side. Using 360°photos (not videos) taken along crossing routes, it turns users' smartphones into guide staff, providing clear guidance simply by tapping on the arrows on-screen. The arrows (signs) show the way, so the 360°VR Road Guide can be used intuitively, with no need for multilingual support.
Inclusion through Culture and Expression
Through participatory art workshops and decorations for the ACCESSIBLE VIEWING AREA, we will engage diverse people, materials, and experiences—expanding the joy of creating together (co-creation).
Key initiatives:
- Art Turning Point Tower (Turnaround Tower): giant artworks to be displayed at the three turnaround points on the course
- TOKYO MARATHON CREATIVE CAMP
- Drawing Runner Exhibition
