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Osaka

Full Marathon

THE CHALLENGE RACE OSAKA 5

THE CHALLENGE RACE OSAKA 5

Date
November 8, 2026
Location
Osaka
Distance
Full Marathon
EventEntry FeeTime LimitCapacity
Full Marathon¥11,000——
30km¥7,700——
Half Marathon¥7,700——
Finish Rate
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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 (a 10-km loop course with an elevation difference of 2 meters or less)

Course profile

Flat (PB-friendly)A flat, high-speed course with an elevation difference of 2 meters or less

Cutoffs & time limit

Full marathon: 4 hours 30 minutes; 30 km: 3 hours 12 minutes; half marathon: 2 hours 15 minutes; 10 km: 90 minutes; 5 km: 40 minutes. Checkpoints every 5 km: 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

Three water stations every 10 km. Water (Amino Vital GOLD) and, at one station, energy gels (Amino Shot Perfect Energy, located at the 0.9 km mark one hour after the start).

Pacers

Yes11 groups for the full marathon (2:30–4:15): 2:30, 2:40, 2:50, 3:00, 3:07, 3:20, 3:30, 3:40, 3:50, 4:00, and 4:15. Minimum distance for pacers: 25 km

Start method

Line up in order of fastest target times (mass start, starting at 9:30)

Finisher rewards

Online Certificate (Available for download approximately 2 hours after the event ends)

Changing & baggage

Changing rooms and restrooms are available in the event area. Luggage storage is provided on blue tarps (please keep an eye on your valuables yourself).

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

4.0
Course AppealN/AOrganization & SupportN/AFinishability0.0AtmosphereN/AAccess3.0Value for Money4.0

Entering from overseas

INBOUND

Possible via an entry platform

How to enter

Entry via third-party platforms (e-moshicom, Lawson DO Sports, Sports Entry) or the race's own web form.

Entry platform

e-moshicom, Lawson DO Sports, Sports Entry

What you need

Open to elementary school age and above; no specific overseas-runner restrictions mentioned, but a domestic Japanese address/phone may be required by the entry platforms.

Payment

Entry fees range from ¥3,300 (5km/1 mile) to ¥11,000 (full marathon); R.LEAGUE members get 10% off.

Bib pickup

Bibs are NOT mailed in advance. Runners must collect them on race day at the venue reception by presenting their payment confirmation page.

Entry period

Entries accepted up to one week before the race start.

On race day

Pacers for full marathon targets from 2:30 to 4:15; hydration (Amino Vital GOLD) and gels (Amino Shot) at aid stations every ~3.3 km; warm-up area available until 5 minutes before start; medical/first-aid on site.

Notes

Bib pickup is in-person only on race day, which may be a barrier for overseas runners. Chip timing is used and the timing chip must be returned at the finish; failure to return incurs a ¥10,000 charge. Results certificate is digital (web download).

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

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Overall Score

2.3

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