Fukuoka

Full Marathon

Kitakyushu Marathon

北九州マラソン

Date

February 21, 2027

Location

Fukuoka

Distance

Full Marathon

Entry Fee

¥20,000

Time Limit

—

Capacity

—

Finish Rate

—

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AI summary

COURSE

Course certification

JAAF certifiedJapan Association of Athletics Federations and AIMS-Certified Course (Marathon)

Course profile

Course elevation profile included (no detailed figures provided)

Cutoffs & time limit

10 Checkpoints: 3.1 km (9:40), 7.5 km (10:16), 11.3 km (10:47), 15.3 km (11:20), 20.3 km (12:00), 25.5 km (12:43), 28.8 km (13:10), 32.0 km (13:36), 35.8 km (14:07), 39.9 km (14:41). Time limit: 6 hours (from the starting gun)

Water stations

Six refreshment stations will be set up along the course. We recommend using your own cup at the water stations (except for the Fun Run).

Start method

A block system based on predicted finish times and personal bests. Participants in the pair relay marathon will all start from a designated block.

Finisher rewards

Runners: Towel, participation gift. Finishers: Finisher’s medal, online certificate of completion. No participation T-shirt provided (available as a paid option for 1,500 yen).

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

AI summary

RELAY

Team format & legs

In the pairs relay marathon, teams of two pass the baton to each other as they run a total of 42.195 km (the first runner covers approximately 20.4 km, and the second runner approximately 21.8 km). The relay point is located near the West Japan General Exhibition Center.

Team composition rules

Participants will compete in teams of two. There are three categories: men’s pairs, women’s pairs, and mixed pairs. To be eligible, participants must have been born on or before April 1, 2007, and be able to complete the race within 5 hours and 40 minutes.

Solo / small team

Not allowed

Course format

Stage relay (ekiden)

Time limit

The time limit for the Marathon and Pair Relay Marathon is 6 hours (ends at 3:00 p.m.). There are 10 checkpoints between the 3.1 km and 39.9 km marks.

Summary for guidance. Always confirm team rules 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（4/6）

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

N/A

Atmosphere

大会の盛り上がり

N/A

Access

アクセス

4.5

Value for Money

コスパ

1.8

Entering from overseas

INBOUND

Open to overseas runners

How to enter

Dedicated overseas runner slot (海外ランナー枠) available on a first-come, first-served basis for up to 100 marathon runners residing overseas. Entry is made via a dedicated overseas entry site.

Entry platform

Overseas entry site (linked from the official site; separate from RUNNET used for domestic entry)

What you need

Applicant must reside outside Japan. Must be born on or before April 1, 2007 and be able to finish within 6 hours.

Payment

Entry fee is ¥20,000 (vs ¥14,500 for domestic runners). Payment method details follow the overseas entry site process.

Bib pickup

In-person bib pickup is held on February 14 (Saturday) at Nishi Nihon Sogo Exhibition Center. No race-day pickup. Proxy pickup is permitted. An 'Athlete Bib Pre-Delivery' option (domestic addresses only) is not available to overseas runners.

Entry period

August 8 (Friday) 10:00 through September 25 (Friday) 20:00 (first-come, first-served; closes when 100-person cap is reached).

Notes

The overseas runner slot is for the marathon only (100 places). Travel and accommodation costs are not refunded under any circumstances. The 2027 edition date is February 21, 2027; details above largely reflect the 2026 edition rules as published on the site.

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

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Overall Score

3.1

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