42.195 km
Distance
142 m
Elevation Gain
4:35:00
Average Finish Time
6,200
Total Finishers
1982
Established
Flat
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Course & Elevation
This fast, flat course starts at Nagoya Castle and winds through the city's business and cultural districts before finishing near Nagoya Port. The route showcases Nagoya's modern urban landscape with minimal elevation changes, making it ideal for fast times. Spectator support is strong throughout, particularly in the downtown sections.
🌤️ Weather
Early spring weather with mild temperatures and moderate humidity. Cool morning conditions (around 6°C) warming to comfortable mid-morning temps, occasional rain possible.
🏆 Course Record
02:19:47
Yuka Ando (2019)
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🎯 Fun Facts
- ▸ Japan's largest women-only marathon with over 16,000 applicants competing for approximately 6,200 spots through lottery.
- ▸ The race starts at iconic Nagoya Castle, one of Japan's most historically significant landmarks.
- ▸ With a course record of 2:19:47 set by Yuka Ando in 2019, it's considered one of Japan's fastest marathons for women.
- ▸ The event attracts international participants from across Asia and beyond, with typically 8% of finishers from overseas.
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