Next race
Sunday, 14 March 2027
9:10 am start
Distance
42.195 km / 26.2 mi
Women-only urban road
Elevation
Flat · 50 m gain
50 m climbing
Race profile
Overview
The Nagoya Women's Marathon is the world's largest women-only marathon, with nearly 20,000 female finishers each March. Every finisher receives a Tiffany & Co. pendant at the finish — a tradition that has made Nagoya a bucket-list race for women worldwide. The flat urban course runs through central Nagoya past Nagoya Castle and the Sakae district, and the race weekend atmosphere centres entirely on celebrating women's running.
Nagoya Women's Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
- Typical participants
Approximately 19k finishers
- Weather
- Course records
- Women: 2:17:18 — Ruth Chepngetich (2022)
Course & terrain
Nagoya Women's Marathon course
Route map and elevation profile for race-week planning.
The Nagoya Women's Marathon is a flat city loop starting near Nagoya Dome and finishing at VERSA Nagoya in Tsurumai Park, passing Nagoya Castle, Sakae, and Hisaya-Ōdori Park. The grid-like city streets make many miles easy to pace evenly, while the long uninterrupted urban straights are the tougher challenge; crowds are strongest near Nagoya Dome, around Nagoya Castle and Sakae, and at the Tsurumai Park finish.
Nagoya Women's Marathon route map
The Nagoya Women's Marathon course is flat over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 50 metres of climbing and 50 metres of descent, with minimal net elevation change from start to finish.
- Elevation
Registration
Nagoya Women's Marathon entry requirements
For the Nagoya Women's Marathon, registration opens through https://www.nagoya-womens-marathon.com/ and fills quickly due to international demand for the Tiffany finisher award. Overseas runners can apply through designated tour operators or the general entry window when announced.
Getting there
Nagoya Women's Marathon travel
Airports closest to Nagoya for flight planning and race-week travel.
- Closest airport
Nagoya Airport / JASDF Komaki Air Base (NKM)
8 km / 5 mi
Race footage
Nagoya Women's Marathon videos
Race-day footage from the course to help you picture the route, crowds, and key landmarks on marathon day.
Marathon course at Nagoya Women's Marathon
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Nagoya Women's Marathon elevation profile?
- The Nagoya Women's Marathon has 50 metres of total climbing and 50 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is flat, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.
- Where can I find the Nagoya Women's Marathon route map?
- This page includes a Nagoya Women's Marathon course map showing the full 42.195 km route from start to finish. Passes Nagoya Castle, the Sakae shopping district, and the Hisaya-Ōdori Park boulevard.
- How long is the Nagoya Women's Marathon?
- The Nagoya Women's Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Women-only urban road starts near Nagoya Dome in the north of the city and finishes at VERSA Nagoya (the former Nagoya City Athletics Stadium) in Tsurumai Park.
- Is the Nagoya Women's Marathon flat?
- Yes. The Nagoya Women's Marathon has 50 metres of total climbing over 42.195 km (26.2 miles) — less than 55 metres of gain — which suits runners chasing personal bests or Boston qualifying times.
- What time does the Nagoya Women's Marathon start?
- The 2027 Nagoya Women's Marathon starts at 9:10 am local time on Sunday, 14 March 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Is the Nagoya Women's Marathon open to men?
- No. The Nagoya Women's Marathon is a women-only event — one of the few major marathons in the world restricted to female entrants. Men may participate in companion events on other weekends, but the full marathon field is exclusively women.
- What is the Tiffany finisher pendant tradition?
- Every woman who completes the Nagoya Women's Marathon receives a Tiffany & Co. pendant presented at the finish line. The pendant design changes each year and has become one of the most sought-after finisher awards in global marathon running.
- Where does the Nagoya Women's Marathon start and finish?
- The race starts near Nagoya Dome and finishes at VERSA Nagoya in Tsurumai Park. The flat loop passes Nagoya Castle, Sakae, and Hisaya-Ōdori Park.
- How do I register for the Nagoya Women's Marathon?
- Registration opens fills quickly due to international demand for the Tiffany finisher award. Overseas runners can apply through designated tour operators or the general entry window when announced.
- Is the Nagoya Women's Marathon course good for personal bests?
- Yes. The flat urban loop through Nagoya with minimal climbing makes it one of Japan's faster marathon courses. Cool March mornings and a women-only competitive field add to its appeal for time-focused runners.
Official resources
Nagoya Women's Marathon links
Websites
Last updated 11 October 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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