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    Tokyo Marathon

    Tokyo, Japan

    March

    EASY
    75m elevation gain

    One of the World Marathon Majors, the Tokyo Marathon showcases Japan's capital through a scenic, flat route. Starting in Shinjuku and finishing at Tokyo Station, runners experience modern skyscrapers, historic temples, and impeccable organization.

    Course Highlights

    What makes this course special

    • •Start at Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku
    • •Pass through Hibiya, Ginza, and other iconic neighborhoods
    • •View Tokyo Tower and Imperial Palace along the route
    • •Experience impeccable Japanese organization and hospitality
    • •Asakusa Temple area with traditional architecture
    • •Wide, well-marked roads perfect for fast times
    • •Finish at Tokyo Station in the heart of the city

    Course Elevation Profile

    Total Gain: 75 m | Total Loss: 78 m

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    42.195 km (26.2 mi) • Tokyo, Japan

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    Race Day Tips

    Expert advice for race day success

    • •Early March weather can be cold - prepare for temperatures around 5-15°C
    • •Hydration stations every 5km with water and sports drinks
    • •Limited spectator access in some areas due to security
    • •Course is extremely flat - great opportunity for a PR
    • •Japanese crowd support is polite but enthusiastic
    • •Post-race facilities and medal ceremony are exceptional

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