What is the Fukuchiyama Marathon elevation profile?

The Fukuchiyama Marathon has 100 metres of total climbing and 95 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is mostly flat with gentle undulations, with 5 metres of net climb from start to finish.

How long is the Fukuchiyama Marathon?

The Fukuchiyama Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. River city road starting and finishing in Fukuchiyama's city sports area.

What time does the Fukuchiyama Marathon start?

The 2026 Fukuchiyama Marathon starts at 9:00 am local time on Sunday, 1 November 2026. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on fukuchiyama-marathon.com/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.

Where does the Fukuchiyama Marathon start and finish?

Starts and finishes in Fukuchiyama's city sports area. Updated course maps are published at https://fukuchiyama-marathon.com/ each year.

When is the Fukuchiyama Marathon and how do I register?

Fukuchiyama Marathon is typically held in November. Registration opens through https://fukuchiyama-marathon.com/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.

Is the Fukuchiyama Marathon course flat?

Yes. Fukuchiyama Marathon is known for a largely flat profile with only minor undulations, making it popular with runners chasing steady pacing.

What weather should runners expect at Fukuchiyama Marathon?

Typically cool with dry inland air and comfortable fall temperatures.

Fukuchiyama Marathon

Fukuchiyama, Kyoto, Japan

Overview

The Fukuchiyama Marathon draws approximately 4,000 finishers each November on a river city road in Fukuchiyama, Japan. The marathon has one of the deeper traditions among Japan's regional citizen races. The route passes castle-town streets, the Yura River corridor, and broad roads through northern Kyoto Prefecture. Castle-town streets and the Yura River corridor carry one of Japan's deeper regional traditions through northern Kyoto Prefecture on broad, mostly level roads.

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

Fukuchiyama Marathon 2026 race day

The next Fukuchiyama Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 1 November 2026 with a 9:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 100 m of climbing on a mostly flat with gentle undulations layout.

Fukuchiyama Marathon course route

Starts and finishes in Fukuchiyama's city sports area. The route passes castle-town streets, the Yura River corridor, and broad roads through northern Kyoto Prefecture. Mostly flat with gentle undulations. Very flat throughout.

Fukuchiyama Marathon elevation profile

The Fukuchiyama Marathon course is mostly flat with gentle undulations over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 100 metres of climbing and 95 metres of descent, with a net climb of 5 metres from start to finish.

Entry requirements

The Fukuchiyama Marathon uses a lottery system through fukuchiyama-marathon.com and RUNNET, with applications typically accepted during a window that opens in June for the November race. The capped field attracts steady domestic demand and lottery acceptance is not guaranteed. International runners can apply through Run Japan or official travel packages when general lottery entry is oversubscribed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Fukuchiyama Marathon elevation profile?: The Fukuchiyama Marathon has 100 metres of total climbing and 95 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is mostly flat with gentle undulations, with 5 metres of net climb from start to finish.
How long is the Fukuchiyama Marathon?: The Fukuchiyama Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. River city road starting and finishing in Fukuchiyama's city sports area.
What time does the Fukuchiyama Marathon start?: The 2026 Fukuchiyama Marathon starts at 9:00 am local time on Sunday, 1 November 2026. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on fukuchiyama-marathon.com/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
Where does the Fukuchiyama Marathon start and finish?: Starts and finishes in Fukuchiyama's city sports area. Updated course maps are published at https://fukuchiyama-marathon.com/ each year.
When is the Fukuchiyama Marathon and how do I register?: Fukuchiyama Marathon is typically held in November. Registration opens through https://fukuchiyama-marathon.com/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
Is the Fukuchiyama Marathon course flat?: Yes. Fukuchiyama Marathon is known for a largely flat profile with only minor undulations, making it popular with runners chasing steady pacing.
What landmarks does the Fukuchiyama Marathon pass?: The route passes castle-town streets, the Yura River corridor, and broad roads through northern Kyoto Prefecture.
What weather should runners expect at Fukuchiyama Marathon?: Typically cool with dry inland air and comfortable fall temperatures.

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

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