Nagano Marathon
Nagano Marathon is a Japanese spring road race from Nagano Sports Park to Olympic Stadium, with a certified course and strict five-hour limit.
Quick facts
- Certified 42.195 km road course from Nagano Sports Park to Olympic Stadium.
- Field capped at 10,000 runners.
- Five-hour time limit makes it less forgiving than many city marathons.
- Race identity is tied directly to the 1998 Winter Olympics.
About the Nagano Marathon
Nagano is a serious Japanese spring marathon with a tighter time standard than many mass races. The Olympic legacy gives it a clear identity, and the field is capped at 10,000 runners.
Course
The certified point-to-point course starts at Nagano Sports Park and finishes inside Nagano Olympic Stadium. Runners pass through the city on a route tied to the 1998 Winter Olympics rather than a simple park loop.
Race-day weather
Nagano in April can be cool and favorable, but the inland setting means mornings may start brisk and the day can change quickly. The five-hour limit makes steady pacing important.
Past Nagano Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, April 18, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, April 19, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, April 20, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Sunday, April 21, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Nagano Marathon FAQ
When is the Nagano Marathon?
The 2027 Nagano Marathon is on Sunday, April 18, 2027.
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