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Fukuoka

Full Marathon

THE CHALLENGE RACE FUKUOKA 1 in 2026

THE CHALLENGE RACE FUKUOKA 1 in 2026

Date
January 10, 2026
Location
Fukuoka
Venue
海の中道海浜公園
Distance
Full Marathon
EventEntry FeeTime LimitCapacity
Full Marathon¥11,300——
Half Marathon¥8,100——
Finish Rate
—
Last updatedJune 18, 2026·14 days agoOfficial site checkedJune 18, 2026
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AI summary

COURSE

Course certification

JAAF certifiedJapan Association of Athletics Federations-certified course (the 10.4 km race is not certified)

Course profile

Flat (PB-friendly)A high-speed course with an elevation difference of 5 meters or less (a 5.2-kilometer loop course)

Cutoffs & time limit

Full marathon: 4 hours 30 minutes; half marathon: 2 hours 30 minutes; 10K: 90 minutes; 5K: 40 minutes. Full Marathon Cutoff Times: 5 km = 32 min, 10 km = 1:04, 15 km = 1:36, 20 km = 2:08, 25 km = 2:40, 30 km = 3:12, 35 km = 3:44, 40 km = 4:16

Water stations

Two stations on the 5.2-km loop (around the 0.1-km mark and around the 3-km mark). Hydration: Amino Vital BCAA Charge Water; gels: Amino Shot Perfect Energy (set up near the start/finish line one hour after the start).

Pacers

YesAll 12 groups: 2:40–4:30 (in 10-minute intervals + 3:07). Pacers will accompany runners up to 25 km, in principle.

Start method

Line up in order of fastest target times. Line up begins 5 minutes before the start.

Finisher rewards

Participation Prize: Either Amino Vital PRO, Amino Vital GOLD, or Amino Shot. The completion certificate will be issued online.

Changing & baggage

Changing Rooms: Temporary tents will be set up in Hakata Bay Panorama Plaza (not set up in case of strong winds). Luggage Storage: Inside Hakata Bay Panorama Plaza (no valuables storage available). Restrooms: Restrooms in the venue area are available for use.

Summary for guidance. Always confirm details on the official site. Last verified: June 22, 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 unavailable（3/6）

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

3.9
Course AppealN/AOrganization & SupportN/AFinishability0.0AtmosphereN/AAccess3.0Value for Money3.9

Entering from overseas

INBOUND

Overseas entry not available

How to enter

On-site registration only; bibs are not mailed in advance and must be collected at the venue on race day within the check-in window (9:00–10:00).

Bib pickup

Race-day pickup only at Umi no Nakamichi Seaside Park (光と風の広場口), 9:00–10:00. No advance posting of bibs.

On race day

Staff and officials are on-site on race day; questions can be directed to staff wearing 'STAFF' or 'THE CHALLENGE RACE' apparel.

Notes

Entry is via the form on the official website. Bibs are not sent in advance and must be collected in person on race day; runners who miss the 10:00 check-in deadline cannot participate. This makes overseas entry effectively impractical.

Summary for guidance. Always confirm details on the official site. Last verified: June 22, 2026

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Overall Score

2.3

/ 5.0 · 6-axis avg

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