Tokyo Marathon 2027
Discover Tokyo on foot as you race past famous landmarks and through buzzing neighbourhoods, before completing one of the world’s great marathons near Tokyo Station.
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Dates
- Sunday 7 March 2027
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Registration fee
£50
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Fundraising target
£4000
This event is now full.
If you would like to register your interest for this or any of our other events, please contact the Fundraising team.
Get ready for a bucket-list marathon through the heart of Tokyo, combining world-famous sights with the atmosphere of a global running event.
Join 40,000 runners for the 20th edition of the Tokyo Marathon and experience one of the prestigious Abbott World Marathon Majors as the city comes alive on race day.
Starting at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku, the route takes you through neighbourhoods including Nihombashi, Asakusa and Ginza, passing the striking Kaminarimon Gate before heading towards the finish at Tokyo Station.
Whether you’re chasing a Major, taking on your first marathon or looking for an unforgettable way to experience Japan’s capital, Tokyo offers 26.2 miles that deserve a place on any runner’s bucket list.
Ready to run Tokyo? Sign up and experience one of the world’s great marathons for yourself.
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Around 40% of cancer cases in the UK could be prevented. With your support, we can continue working towards a future where fewer people develop cancer.
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