Marathon

Saitama Marathon

Race a 42.195-kilometer urban marathon through Saitama on a large, spectator-friendly city course with a generous seven-hour finishing window.

Next raceSunday, February 14, 2027
Distance categoryMarathon
LocationSaitama, Japan
Get alertsLast checked September 4, 2026

Quick facts

  • 14,000-runner field
  • Seven-hour time limit
  • Major urban road race

About the Saitama Marathon

Saitama Marathon is a major city road race north of central Tokyo. Its full marathon welcomes a large field and is designed around broad urban roads, organized aid and an accessible seven-hour limit.

Course

The 42.195-kilometer city course starts and finishes in Saitama, using closed urban roads through the prefectural capital. The marathon field is capped at 14,000 runners and has a seven-hour limit.

Race-day weather

February in Saitama is typically cool and can be dry, with cold air at the start and possible wind on exposed roads. Conditions may warm under clear midday sun.

Past Saitama Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2027Sunday, February 14, 2027Upcoming

Saitama Marathon FAQ

When is the Saitama Marathon?

The 2027 Saitama Marathon is on Sunday, February 14, 2027.

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