Course & Elevation

The Fukuoka Marathon features a fast, scenic loop course through the heart of Fukuoka city, starting and finishing at Hakozaki Shrine. Runners experience the vibrant urban landscape, passing through residential neighborhoods, along the Naka River, and through beautiful parks, making it one of Japan's most accessible marathons with excellent crowd support.

Surface: road Profile: Flat

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 12°C

Humidity 65%

Rain Chance 30%

Early December in Fukuoka brings cool, pleasant autumn-like conditions ideal for marathon running. Low humidity and mild temperatures create favorable racing conditions with occasional rain showers.

🏆 Course Record

02:07:36

Masashi Shimizu (2019)

Registration

Registration Opens June

Registration Closes September

Entry Cost ¥12,000-¥15,000

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ Fukuoka Marathon is one of Japan's oldest marathons, first held in 1985, and is known for its enthusiastic crowd support throughout the course.
▸ The race attracts thousands of international runners annually and is considered a qualifier for major marathons due to its fast, certified course.
▸ Starting and finishing at the historic Hakozaki Shrine, the race blends modern urban infrastructure with Fukuoka's cultural heritage.
▸ December's cool weather and flat topology have helped runners achieve numerous personal records, making it a popular choice for Japanese marathon debuts.

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