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Shimane

Full Marathon

National Treasure Matsue Castle Marathon

国宝松江城マラソン

Date
December 6, 2026
Location
Shimane
Distance
Full Marathon
Entry Fee
¥13,500
Time Limit
6h
Capacity
4,900 runners
Finish Rate
Last updatedJune 10, 2026·22 days agoOfficial site checkedJune 18, 2026

AI summary

COURSE

Course certification

JAAF certifiedFull Marathon Course Certified by the Japan Association of Athletics Federations (Public Interest Incorporated Foundation)

Course profile

RollingThere is a roughly 5-km stretch of undulating terrain starting just past the 9-km mark, and a 700–800-meter climb just past the 35-km mark. There are two bumps of about 20 meters each in the second half.

Cutoffs & time limit

Marathon: Time limit of 6 hours (starting from the starting gun); race ends at 2:30 p.m.

Water stations

Nine aid stations offering mineral water, sports drinks, bananas, tangerines, pickled plums, and more

Start method

Block-by-Block Start Based on Declared Estimated Times (Blocks A–F)

Finisher rewards

Participation Prize: Original event T-shirt (choice of long-sleeve or short-sleeve). Finishers will receive a certificate of completion, a finisher’s medal, and a large towel.

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 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

2.6

Atmosphere

大会の盛り上がり

N/A

Access

アクセス

4.0

Value for Money

コスパ

3.4
Course AppealN/AOrganization & SupportN/AFinishability2.6AtmosphereN/AAccess4.0Value for Money3.4

Entering from overseas

INBOUND

Overseas entry not available

How to enter

Online entry via RUNNET (Japanese running entry platform). A signed and stamped pledge form must also be submitted to the race office.

Entry platform

RUNNET

What you need

Runners must be aged 18 or over on race day (marathon); a RUNNET account (free) is required. A signed/stamped pledge form must be submitted to the organizer after entry.

Payment

Marathon: ¥13,500 (incl. insurance); Fun Run: ¥4,000. A 6% handling fee applies for RUNNET entries, paid by the participant.

Bib pickup

Bibs and participation gifts are distributed at in-person reception only: the day before (Dec 5, 09:30–19:00) and race morning (Dec 6, 06:00–07:30) at Matsue City General Gymnasium. There is no mail delivery option stated.

Entry period

June 1, 2026 (00:00) to September 30, 2026 (23:59) for both marathon and fun run.

Notes

Overseas entry is effectively not feasible: bibs and participation items are only available via in-person pickup in Matsue, and a signed/stamped pledge form must be physically submitted. No overseas-specific support or postal bib delivery is mentioned.

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

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Overall Score

3.3

/ 5.0 · 6-axis avg

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