Course & Elevation

The Osaka Marathon features a scenic course through the heart of Japan's vibrant Kansai region, starting and finishing at Kyocera Dome Osaka. Runners navigate through historic neighborhoods, modern urban areas, and along the Okawa River, showcasing Osaka's blend of tradition and contemporary culture. The relatively flat course with minimal elevation change makes it ideal for fast times.

Surface: road Profile: Flat

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 8°C

Humidity 55%

Rain Chance 25%

Early February in Osaka brings cool, generally dry weather with occasional rain. Clear skies are common, providing good visibility of the urban landscape and surrounding areas.

Registration

Registration Opens June

Registration Closes August

Entry Cost ¥10,000-¥12,000

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ The Osaka Marathon starts and finishes at Kyocera Dome Osaka, home of the Orix Buffaloes baseball team, creating a unique stadium atmosphere for start and finish.
▸ With over 30,000 participants, the race is Japan's largest general-admission marathon and attracts runners from around 145 countries.
▸ The course is relatively flat and fast, making it one of Japan's best opportunities for personal records with the iconic Okawa River serving as a scenic landmark.
▸ The lottery system is highly competitive, with application rates of 10:1 or higher due to the premium race experience and coveted position in Japan's marathon circuit.

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