Kaikyo Marathon Shimonoseki
Kaikyo Marathon Shimonoseki
本州と九州をつなぐ、関門海峡を渡る
— Cross the Kanmon Strait connecting Honshu and Kyushu
関門海峡
Kanmon-Kaikyo
Overview
Distance
42.195km
Time Limit
6hrs
Capacity
10,000
Entry Fee
¥12,000
A full marathon in Shimonoseki overlooking the Kanmon Strait. Enjoy scenic views of the Kanmon Bridge and Ganryujima Island. The city's famous fugu (blowfish) appears as a unique aid station treat.
Course
Registration
Period
May 15, 2026 — July 12, 2026
Fee
¥12,000
Capacity
10,000 runners
Check-in
Mail-in
Athlete bibs, timing chip, participation gift, race program, and entry guide will be mailed in early October
Gifts
Participation Gift
Finisher medal, Official race T-shirt
Finisher Gift
Finisher medal, Official race T-shirt
Nearby Spots
Karato Market
Sightseeing下関市中心部
A market with fresh seafood. Enjoy Shimonoseki specialties like fugu and kamaboko.
Ganryujima Island
Sightseeing関門海峡内
Famous as the site of the duel between Miyamoto Musashi and Sasaki Kojiro. Accessible by ferry.
Fuku no Sato
Gourmet下関市内
Area to enjoy Shimonoseki's famous fugu cuisine. Perfect post-race reward.