Biwako Marathon
Biwako Marathon
日本最大の湖を舞台に、水の都を走る
— Run along Japan's largest lake
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Biwako
Overview
Distance
42.195km
Time Limit
6hrs
Capacity
7,000
Entry Fee
¥15,000
A full marathon along Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake. A flat course with views of the lake and Mt. Hiei.
Course
Registration
Period
August 3, 2026 — October 30, 2026
Fee
¥15,000
Capacity
8,000 runners
Check-in
Mail-in
Bib, timing chip, and participation gift will be mailed in advance. No race-day or day-before pick-up.
Access & Stay
Keihan Otsu-kyo Station
3 min walk
Otsu-kyo Station (JR Kosei Line)
6 min walk
Otsu Station (JR Biwako Line)
35 min walk
Gifts
Participation Gift
Choice of one: T-shirt, long-sleeve T-shirt, or running gloves
Finisher Gift
Finisher medal
Finisher towel
Nearby Spots
Lake Biwa
Sightseeingコース上
Japan's largest lake. The entire course runs along the lakeshore. Beautiful views of Mt. Hiei reflected on the water.
Ogoto Onsen
Hot Springコース付近
Hot spring town on the west shore of Lake Biwa. Near the course. Convenient for post-race recovery.
Biwako Marathon
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