Tokyo Marathon Friendship Run 2026

We will host a Fun Run event of approximately 5km with the aim of welcoming runners from overseas, fostering interaction among domestic and international runners, and strengthening unity.
Let's enjoy the Fun Run 5km together, embracing the theme of the Tokyo Marathon, “The Day We Unite.”

Event Information

Date and Time

Saturday, February 28th, 2026

The event will be organized into groups.
- ・Group 1: Reception: From 09:00 Opening: From 09:45Start: 10:00 Finish: 10:30
- ・Group 2: Reception: From 10:30 Opening: From 11:15Start: 11:30 Finish: 12:00
- ・Group 3: Reception: From 12:00 Opening: From 12:45Start: 13:00 Finish: 13:30
Venue

Taito River Side Sports Center Athletics Field, etc.
Organizer

Tokyo Marathon Foundation
Presenting Partner

KINTETSU INTERNATIONAL
Community Partner

Asakusa Shops Federation
Supporting Organizations

Taito City、Sumida City(Tentative)
Eligibility

Participants must be at least 12 years old on race day. Must be able to complete 5 km within 30 minutes.
Runners under 18 must have parental/legal guardian consent.
Event Format

Fun Run (5km) 【COURSE MAP (Tentative)】
*No official time records will be taken.
Capacity

Group 1: 700 Runners
Group 2: 600 Runners
Group 3: 500 Runners
(Total Capacity: 1,800 Runners)
Event Fee (for overseas residents)

9,900 JPY (per person, incl. tax)
＊Applications for multiple groups are not permitted.
Participation Award

Finishers Medal, RunFes Button Badge
MC

Koyata Aso
＜Katsubenshi (silent film narrator)、Director, Japan Debate Federation、
Deputy Editor-in-Chief "Monthly Asakusa"、Writer for "TAITO Odekake Navi"＞

Guest

M Takashi
＜Charity Ambassador, Tokyo Marathon Foundation Sports Legacy Project、
Comedic impersonator and athlete entertainer＞

Cheer Supporting

Komazawa University Athletic Association Cheerleading Squad Blue Pegasus
Rushing over to support all participants!
A 3-part cheering squad made up of leaders, cheerleaders, and a brass band will be there to cheer you on!!

Asakusa Experience（Partners）

Tea Ceremony: Kakinuma
A store where you can enjoy a traditional tea ceremony experience in an authentic tea room.
HP：https://kakinuma.tokyo/
*Only available to those who have applied in advance.（JPY550）

Wood Craft: Hakocho
A store that creates traditional crafts using paulownia wood.
HP：https://www.hakocho.com/kimekomi
*Only available to those who have applied in advance.（JPY2,200）

Folding Screen：Kataoka Byoubu
A store that allows you to craft long-treasured traditional Japanese decorations.
HP：https://www.byoubu.co.jp/
*Only available to those who have applied in advance. （JPY2,500）

Rickshaw: Ebisuya
A rickshaw service that allows you to enjoy your trip and sightseeing with heartfelt hospitality.
HP：https://www.ebisuya.com/
*Available to all participants.

Armor：Koshigaya Hina Dolls
A store that hosts educational activities related to Japanese seasonal festivals, including doll memorial services and donning traditional armor.
HP：https://www.asahina.biz/
*Available to all participants.
Application Period

From 12:00 p.m. (JST) on Monday, December 1, 2025 – First-come, first-served basis

*You must agree to the event regulations when submitting your application.
*Once registration begins, an “Apply for the event” button will appear at the bottom of this page.
Contact

Tokyo Marathon Friendship Run 2025 Event Desk
E-mail: tm-friendshiprun-ovs@or.knt.co.jp
Office Hours: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. JST (Except Saturdays, Sundays and National Holidays)