SHIMADA OIGAWA MARATHON

The Oi River, a mighty waterway celebrated in the saying, “Even a horse can cross the eight-ri stretch of Hakone, but this river cannot be crossed…” Set against the backdrop of “Liberty”—Japan’s first dedicated marathon course, built along this great river— we host a full marathon in Shimada City, Shizuoka Prefecture, a mecca for long-distance track and field training camps. With a 7-hour time limit, the race is designed to be accessible even for beginners. Let’s all aim to cross the finish line with a smile, whether you’re a female runner or someone taking it easy! Translated with DeepL.com (free version)