Mt. Fuji International Marathon
Circle Lake Kawaguchi and Lake Sai beneath Mount Fuji on a certified 42.195-kilometer course that pairs calm lakesides with one major climb.
Quick facts
- JAAF-certified course
- Two-lake circuit
- Six-hour time limit
About the Mt. Fuji International Marathon
Mt. Fuji International Marathon is a destination road race in the Fuji Five Lakes area. Runners circle Lake Kawaguchi and Lake Sai with frequent views toward Mount Fuji and the surrounding foothills.
Course
The certified 42.195-kilometer course uses mostly level lakeside roads around Lake Kawaguchi and Lake Sai, interrupted by a steep signature climb between the lakes. The race starts and finishes at Funatsuhama-Hirahama and has a six-hour limit.
Race-day weather
Early winter can be cold around the lakes, especially before sunrise and in shaded sections. Clear conditions can provide crisp mountain views, while wind and rapid temperature changes remain possible.
Past Mt. Fuji International Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, December 13, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Mt. Fuji International Marathon FAQ
When is the Mt. Fuji International Marathon?
The 2026 Mt. Fuji International Marathon is on Sunday, December 13, 2026.
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