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Status updated: June 29, 2026

Niigata

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Echigo Country Trail (63 km, 22 km, 2.5 km)

Echigo Country Trail (63km, 22km, 2.5km)

Date
June 14, 2026
Location
Niigata
Distance
Trail
EventEntry FeeTime LimitCapacity
63km¥14,000
22km¥8,000
2.5km¥3,000
Finish Rate
Last updatedJune 29, 2026·58 days agoOfficial site checkedAugust 24, 2026Info may be outdated

AI summary

TRAIL

Elevation gain (D+)

2,350 m63 km: 2,350 m (22 km not listed)

Aid stations

FullAid stations staffed by local residents will be available, and meals made with local ingredients will be served. After crossing the finish line, participants can enjoy tonjiru and curry rice, among other dishes.

Mandatory gear

My CupRainwear with a HoodFirst-aid kit (band-aids, antiseptic, etc.)Bottles totaling 1 liter or more

Gear up at STRIDE LAB

The online store run by hashiru.jp's operator

Time limit & cutoffs

63 km: 11 hours 30 minutes (6 checkpoints), 22 km: 5 hours (1 checkpoint), 2.5 km: no time limit

Course preview

Not allowedThe organizers do not permit test runs after the entry fee has been refunded following disqualification, as they are considered dangerous.

Summary for guidance. Always confirm mandatory gear and rules on the official site. Last verified: June 19, 2026

Access

ACCESS

Note: the map shows the approximate area. Check the official site for the exact start/venue.

Score

RATINGSAuto-calculated from market research, official data, and online voicesSome scores unavailable3/6

Course Appeal

コースの魅力

N/A

Organization & Support

運営・サポート

N/A

Finishability

完走しやすさ

0.0

Atmosphere

大会の盛り上がり

N/A

Access

アクセス

3.0

Value for Money

コスパ

3.2
Course AppealN/AOrganization & SupportN/AFinishability0.0AtmosphereN/AAccess3.0Value for Money3.2

English Support

INBOUND
EN

English information page available on the official site.

Entering from overseas

INBOUND

Possible via an entry platform

How to enter

Online entry via RUNNET or Sports Entry platforms.

Entry platform

RUNNET or Sports Entry

What you need

No specific overseas requirements stated, but a participation notice postcard is mailed to entrants, implying a Japanese mailing address may be needed.

Payment

Entry fee paid through the chosen platform (RUNNET or Sports Entry). 63km: ¥14,000; 22km: ¥8,000; 2.5km: ¥1,000–¥3,000.

Bib pickup

A participation notice postcard is sent by June 8; no explicit bib pickup location described, but attendance at the venue on race day is required.

Entry period

December 2, 2025 – May 22, 2026 (advance entry). Same-day entry available for 22km and 2.5km only (¥1,000 surcharge).

On race day

No baggage storage; changing rooms available. First aid and injury insurance provided by the organizer.

Notes

The 63km is advance-entry only; no same-day option. A participation postcard is mailed to registered entrants, which may be problematic for overseas addresses. No explicit mention of overseas runner support or English-language assistance.

Summary for guidance. Always confirm details on the official site. Last verified: July 27, 2026

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Overall Score

2.1

/ 5.0 · 6-axis avg

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