Tokyo Marathon
Tokyo Marathon is a lottery-driven spring major with immaculate organization, a fast city course, and one of the deepest international fields in racing.
Quick facts
- Lottery entry, with charity and member-entry pathways also available.
- Course runs from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building to the finish near Tokyo Station.
- Wide city streets and smooth organization make it one of the cleaner major-marathon experiences.
- Deep international field and strong pace support make it attractive to serious time-chasers.
- Early-spring weather is often favorable, but the course still rewards restraint.
How do I enter the 2027 Tokyo Marathon lottery?
Applications for the 2027 Tokyo Marathon lottery or ballot are open.
About the Tokyo Marathon
Tokyo Marathon feels different from the other majors in ways runners notice immediately: tighter execution, cleaner logistics, and a field that moves with less chaos than the race's scale would suggest. Entry is still difficult, but the appeal is obvious. It is one of the best-organized marathon weekends in the world and a favorite for runners who want a true major without a messy race-day experience.
Course
The course runs from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building to the finish near Tokyo Station and is built on wide city streets that stay fast when the pacing is right. Official materials describe it as a route through Tokyo's past, present, and future. For runners, the practical takeaway is simpler: it is a very runnable urban course with enough turns and small changes in rhythm to punish sloppy pacing.
Race-day weather
Early March in Tokyo is usually cool and good for racing, though wind, dry air, and a brighter late-morning sun can still matter. It often looks like perfect PR weather on paper, but fast early splits can still come back quickly over the last 10K.
Past Tokyo Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, March 7, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, March 1, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, March 2, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Sunday, March 3, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Tokyo Marathon FAQ
When is the Tokyo Marathon?
The 2027 Tokyo Marathon is on Sunday, March 7, 2027.
How do I enter the 2027 Tokyo Marathon lottery?
Applications for the 2027 Tokyo Marathon lottery or ballot are open. View the official registration details at marathon.tokyo.
Is Tokyo Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Tokyo Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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