What is the Ehime Marathon elevation profile?

The Ehime Marathon has 150 metres of total climbing and 140 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is rolling with moderate climbs, with 10 metres of net climb from start to finish.

How long is the Ehime Marathon?

The Ehime Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Starts and finishes in central Matsuyama.

What time does the Ehime Marathon start?

The 2027 Ehime Marathon starts at 9:00 am local time on Sunday, 7 February 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on ehimemarathon.jp/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.

Where does the Ehime Marathon start and finish?

Starts and finishes in central Matsuyama. Updated course maps are published at https://ehimemarathon.jp/ each year.

When is the Ehime Marathon and how do I register?

Ehime Marathon is typically held in February. Registration opens through https://ehimemarathon.jp/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.

Is the Ehime Marathon course flat?

The course includes rolling with moderate climbs. Study the official course profile at https://ehimemarathon.jp/ before setting pace targets.

What weather should runners expect at Ehime Marathon?

Usually cool to mild with relatively gentle winter weather by Japanese standards.

Ehime Marathon

Matsuyama, Ehime, Japan

Overview

The Ehime Marathon draws approximately 10k finishers each February on an urban road in Matsuyama, Japan. Strong local support has made it one of Japan's most beloved regional marathons. The route passes Matsuyama Castle viewpoints, tram-lined streets, and residential roads in Shikoku's largest city. Between Matsuyama Castle viewpoints and Shikoku's tram-lined streets, steady rollers test legs across the island's largest city each February.

Ehime Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.

Ehime Marathon 2027 race day

The next Ehime Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 7 February 2027 with a 9:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 150 m of climbing on a rolling with moderate climbs layout.

Ehime Marathon course route

Starts and finishes in central Matsuyama. The route passes Matsuyama Castle viewpoints, tram-lined streets, and residential roads in Shikoku's largest city. Castle-adjacent climbs add bite in the middle miles, while tram-line neighborhoods bring steady roadside encouragement.

Ehime Marathon elevation profile

The Ehime Marathon course is rolling with moderate climbs over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 150 metres of climbing and 140 metres of descent, with a net climb of 10 metres from start to finish.

Entry requirements

The Ehime Marathon uses a lottery system through ehimemarathon.jp and RUNNET, with applications typically accepted during a window that opens in August for the February race. The field of roughly 10k runners is capped and domestic demand through RUNNET makes lottery acceptance uncertain. International runners can apply through Run Japan or official travel packages when general lottery entry is oversubscribed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Ehime Marathon elevation profile?: The Ehime Marathon has 150 metres of total climbing and 140 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is rolling with moderate climbs, with 10 metres of net climb from start to finish.
How long is the Ehime Marathon?: The Ehime Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Starts and finishes in central Matsuyama.
What time does the Ehime Marathon start?: The 2027 Ehime Marathon starts at 9:00 am local time on Sunday, 7 February 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on ehimemarathon.jp/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
Where does the Ehime Marathon start and finish?: Starts and finishes in central Matsuyama. Updated course maps are published at https://ehimemarathon.jp/ each year.
When is the Ehime Marathon and how do I register?: Ehime Marathon is typically held in February. Registration opens through https://ehimemarathon.jp/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
Is the Ehime Marathon course flat?: The course includes rolling with moderate climbs. Study the official course profile at https://ehimemarathon.jp/ before setting pace targets.
What landmarks does the Ehime Marathon pass?: The route passes Matsuyama Castle viewpoints, tram-lined streets, and residential roads in Shikoku's largest city.
What weather should runners expect at Ehime Marathon?: Usually cool to mild with relatively gentle winter weather by Japanese standards.

Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.

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