Shimonoseki Kaikyo Marathon
Where the 2026 race is now
- Sold out
- Race weekSunday, November 1, 2026 · tracker not posted yet
- ResultsPosted here as soon as the timer has them
- Race day
- Nov 1, 2026 Sunday
- Distance
- 26.2 mi Marathon
- Entry
- Sold out Open entry
- Boston qualifier
- Unconfirmed
- Live tracking
- Coming soon Posted when the timer has it
- Latest results
- None yet After race day
Quick facts
- Six-hour limit runs from the gun, not your start line crossing.
- Eleven cutoffs are set at about 8:20 per km.
- Official times are gun times.
- Bibs and timing chips are mailed ahead of race weekend.
- JAAF-certified course with a 10,000-runner cap.
Course
The route leaves Kaikyo Messe Shimonoseki for a turnaround at Chofu Sotoura-cho, comes back through Higashiyamato-cho, and crosses the Hikoshima Bridge. It then follows the Shimonoseki Kita Bypass to a turnaround at the Kajikuri ramp and retraces the bridge to finish where it started.
About the Shimonoseki Kaikyo Marathon
Shimonoseki's first-come marathon fills a 10,000-runner field on a JAAF-certified course. Sights along the way include Akama Shrine, Mimosusogawa Park, Karato Market, and Ganryujima.
Past Shimonoseki Kaikyo Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, November 1, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Shimonoseki Kaikyo Marathon FAQ
When is the Shimonoseki Kaikyo Marathon?
The 2026 Shimonoseki Kaikyo Marathon is on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
Is the 2026 Shimonoseki Kaikyo Marathon sold out?
The 2026 Shimonoseki Kaikyo Marathon is sold out. View the official registration details at kaikyomarathon.jp.
Does the Shimonoseki Kaikyo Marathon have live tracking?
Marathon Scout does not list an official live-tracking link for the 2026 Shimonoseki Kaikyo Marathon yet. We only add a tracker after the race or its timing provider publishes it.
Where can I find the Shimonoseki Kaikyo Marathon results?
We link the official results on the Shimonoseki Kaikyo Marathon results page as soon as they post.
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