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Nara

Ultra MarathonEN

1st Nara Ultra Marathon

第1回奈良ウルトラマラソン

Date
May 31, 2026
Location
Nara
Venue
奈良県(橿原市
Distance
Ultra Marathon
Entry Fee
¥26,000
Time Limit
14h 30m
Capacity
Finish Rate
Last updatedJune 29, 2026·13 days agoOfficial site checkedJuly 6, 2026

AI summary

ULTRA

Aid stations

StandardWater stations will be set up approximately every 4–5 km (including Checkpoints 1 through 7). Paper cups will not be provided; you must bring your own water bottle or cup. Water, sports drinks, cola, and other beverages will be available.

Mandatory gear

Personal Water Bottle (200 ml or more of liquid)My CupEnergy SnacksWinter ClothingMaskRain Preparation (Rain Gear)

Time limit & cutoffs

Time limit: 14 hours and 30 minutes. There are 7 checkpoints (12.8 km, 33.1 km, 47.2 km, 61.0 km, 78.2 km, 84.4 km, 94.5 km). Checkpoint cut-off times are set for each WAVE.

Pacers

Not allowed

Start time

Wave start system. Wave A: 4:30 a.m. – Wave F: 4:55 a.m. (early morning start). The finish cutoff is between 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (varies by wave).

Summary for guidance. Always confirm mandatory gear and 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 unavailable4/6

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

N/A
Course AppealN/AOrganization & SupportN/AFinishability0.0AtmosphereN/AAccess3.0Value for MoneyN/A

English Support

INBOUND
EN

English information page available on the official site.

Entering from overseas

INBOUND

Open to overseas runners

How to enter

Overseas runners must use the dedicated 'RUN JAPAN – Living overseas' entry portal, separate from the domestic platforms (RUNNET, Sports Entry, LAWSON DO! SPORTS).

Entry platform

RUN JAPAN (overseas-dedicated)

What you need

Must be 18 or older on race day (no high school students). Must carry a water bottle and personal cup (no paper cups provided). Minimum nutrition, cold-weather gear, mask, and rain gear required.

Payment

Overseas entry fee is ¥26,000 (100km general) or ¥20,800 (U25), tax included. An optional ¥1,000 Runner Support Plan (refund guarantee + sticker) is available at registration.

Bib pickup

Bib and timing chip are mailed out before the race, so no in-person pickup is required.

Entry period

Entry opens 31 October 2025 at 20:00 and closes 28 February 2026 at 23:59, or earlier if capacity is reached.

On race day

Aid stations are provided along the course, but no paper cups — runners must carry their own bottle and cup. Race time limit is 14 hours 30 minutes.

Notes

The overseas-dedicated RUN JAPAN slot may sell out independently of domestic slots. A partial cancellation refund (half the entry fee minus handling) is available if requested by 28 February 2026.

Summary for guidance. Always confirm details on the official site. Last verified: July 6, 2026

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Overall Score

1.5

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