13-3.2.1. 2021/9/17 General Information General Information Runners Volunteers Events Tokyo Marathon 2021 Postponed 2021/8/10 General Information Runners Application PeriodResidents of Japan: July 11 to July 24, 2022International Residents: July 15 until fullResults: July 25 July 27Payment: 11:00 a.m. on August 8 until 5:00 p.m. on August 19, 2022 (JST) (for accepted charity runners only)Maximum Capacity: 4,000. The event has about 30,000 places for the marathon, for which almost 300,000 people apply, with final selections based on a lottery. Hotels near the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building are particularly convenient for those seeking accommodation near the start line. The Tokyo Marathon, a member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors (AbbottWMM), will continue to implement variety of programs designed to cultivate the sport of running, attracting more runners within Japan and from overseas to experience a world-class race. Fanplus, Inc.; Shimizu Octo, Inc.; TANAKA Holdings Co., Ltd.; SAGAWA EXPRESS CO., LTD.; Photocreate Co. Ltd. 1) Marathon: To ensure security and prevent false-entry, please cooperate in photo-registration, ID check and such, if requested by the organizer. The event is subject to cancellation if a cancellation request is received from respective authorities and agencies. However, as the race grows in popularity the chances to be drawn gets increasingly difficult each year. Without this line, it is possible that you will end up running a bit more than expected. 5% of the subject amount will be refunded. The event organizer will provide professional medical attention to any injury, illness or accidents and in necessary cases will transfer the patient to the nearest hospital. In certain cases, the event organizer will provide medical expenses following the event. 3. For more details about applying for entry to the 2023 Tokyo Marathon, see the official website. The B.A.A. Medical examination will be done by medical personnel and the information will be shared to the event organizer. Notably, as of August 2022, the borders to Japan remain closed to the common tourist seeking to travel Japan at their own leisure. - Invited Athletes: domestic and international runners nominated by the organizer and/or the JAAF. Across the pond however, entry fees for the 2019 New York Marathon were $255 for NYRR members, $295 for non-members, $358 for non-U.S. residents. Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building -- Suidobashi -- Ueno-hirokoji -- Kanda -- Nihombashi -- Asakusa Kaminarimon Gate -- Ryogoku -- Monzen-nakacho -- Ginza -- Tamachi -- Hibiya -- Tokyo Station/Gyoko-dori Ave. Details will be announced as soon as they are decided. 1-2) Wheelchair race: the top three male and female finishers. Privacy Policy| Disposal of waste other than the trash bin provided by the event organizer is prohibited. Participation by an individual other than the applicant (proxy entrants, transferred rights, etc.) Entries for US runners cost about $180 and International runners who qualify will have to pay about $240. *The materials at this TOKYO MARATHON website (statistical data, results, photos, visual images, etc.) Last year, the race was initially pushed from the spring to the fall before it was canceled entirely. Kipchoge ran the third-fastest marathon of his career; Kosgei ran the third-fastest marathon in history. Currently, visitors to Japan must have a visa, which generally requires purchase of a tour package. No exceptions. The organizer will not be held responsible for any late entry due to error caused by certain PCs, browsers, operating systems and/or poor Internet connectivity. (Further information will be announced separately.). In the past, there have been close to 300,000 general entry applications, meaning applicants have a one in ten shot at getting into the big show. Tokyo Marathon Foundation All Rights Reserved. Clothing for the purpose of political or religious assertions or propaganda, as well as advertising. 13-3.1. The route starts at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. On the womens side it was Brigid Kosgei running the third fastest marathon in womens history. How to Watch the USATF Cross-Country Championships, Emily Sisson Sets American Half Marathon Record. When major events are planned years in advance and goods have already been produced in the millions, unconventional measures are implemented to save billions. Once a charity entry is accepted, runners have less than three weeks to pay the minimum fee. announced Wednesday all the details for qualifying and registering for the 2023 Boston Marathon. 11. Consideration may be given to "net/chip" times for competitors with "gun" times extremely close to the above qualifying time standards. This might seem like a long way till you reach your next water station so you may want to prepare for that before. And those who are 60 and up need to finish under 4:10 hours to qualify. BATHCLIN CORPORATION; TOPPAN INC.; Daiwa Securities Group; NIHON KOHDEN CORPORATION; KOYOU RENTIA Co.,Ltd. Qualifying for this marathon only occurs if you want to be considered a semi-elite or an elite runner. Age 60 and above need to finish within 3:25 hours. 13-3.2. - Athletes who meet the criteria set forth in the RUN as ONE - Tokyo Marathon 2023 "Semi-Elite (Overseas)" program. 3) This event shall adhere to all national laws and regulations. Hit These Standards to Qualify for Major Marathons, What You Need to Know About the Boston Marathon, 10 Tips for Running Your Best Chicago Marathon, Inside the Unprecedented London Marathon Bubble, the average pace you had to run was 1:39 faster than your qualifying time. 2-1. - Participants capable of completing the race within 2 hours and 10 minutes using a racing wheelchair. With your application, you must also submit an official finishers certificate. Japan Tourism Agency; Metropolitan Tokyo Mayors' Council; Japan Sports Association; If you live outside of Japan and are fairly quick, you might qualify for the Run as One Semi-Elite overseas field, which is usually capped at 300 runners (the percentage of males and females selected varies). The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is held every year on a Sunday in early October. We hope that this article has made you aware of what you need to do in order to successfully enter or qualify for the Tokyo Marathon. As the pandemic raged on in 2021, the race was rescheduled for the first time ever from the spring to the fall on Sunday, October 17, 2021. Jot down your qualifying time on a Post-It note and stick it on your mirror for a bit of daily motivation. 9. This race only has signs that tell you what kilometer you are currently at. 3-2.3. If a cancellation request is received from a government agency, or if the event is canceled for a reason not indicated in 13-1. above (including cancellation due to the COVID-19 pandemic), the following will apply. The Tokyo Marathon is the biggest marathon in Japan. Copyright of images, photographs, articles, race records, location information, coverage of the event, and the usage right for TV broadcasting, newspapers, magazines and the Internet, belongs to the event organizer. She finished eighth in 2:22:56. Failing to perform Packet Pick-up will result in disqualification from participating in the race (we will not accept registration or Packet Pick-up on the race day). Runners participating in the event are to take good care of their health before the event and thoroughly implement COVID-19 countermeasures. Unfortunately, the only ways for non-elite U.S. citizens to score an automatic bib are entering via the lottery or running for charity; only U.K. residents can time-qualify for this event. Contact| FAQ| 1) The races will be conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations of the World Athletics, JAAF and the Race Organizer. Occurrence of affair other than those listed in numbers 1 through 11 that the event organizer determine inappropriate for the event. The Packet Pick-up/EXPO information is just in its provisional stages, but as of now it is currently scheduled to take place as follows: March 2 (Thu) and March 3 (Fri), 202310:00 a.m. 8:30 p.m. For the 2023 Tokyo Marathon, the expo returns indoors to the Tokyo Big Sight South Exhibition Halls. To apply for a GFA place in the 2024 TCS London Marathon, you must achieve the relevant qualifying time displayed below during the qualifying period. 2. Men's Full Marathon: Under 2hrs 32min 00sec. With your application, you must also submit an official finishers certificate. If the event is canceled by February 5, 2023. There is also a way to gain entry which is known as the One Tokyo Premium Member. This event will be carried out while abiding to all domestic laws and regulations. The specified health-management app will also be used to identify the individual. Sarah Lorge Butler is a writer and editor living in Eugene, Oregon, and her stories about the sport, its trends, and fascinating individuals have appeared in Runners World since 2005. 13-2.1. Win Your Entry Ticket to the Tokyo Marathon. Entry Terms, Refund and Deferral). FAQ| 28, of Kenya won in 2:16:02, the third-fastest marathon of all time. There is no official timeline on when Japans borders will open to visa-free travel for tourism purposes. 3-4. JAPAN SPORTS AGENCY; Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism; To qualify, you need to be an NYRR member and complete nine NYRR-scored, qualifying races, and volunteer for one event during the prior calendar year. The course is certified by the JAAF, AIMS and World Athletics. 3-2.8. * Runners who fail to pass through the checkpoint before the cut-off time will be removed from the race. 3-1.3. And whether youre a seasoned marathoner or youre just starting to train for your first 26.2, we have loads of training plans and tips to help you reach your goals. Cancellation due to snowstorm, flood due to heavy rain, building destruction due to strong wind, lightning strike, tornado, and/or fire along or near the course, causing course blockage. 3-3.15. Finally, for the serious runners out there, a final option, or perhaps a first option, is the Semi-Elite category. At the Packet Pick-up, compliance to the staff instruction will be mandated, along with cooperation of the wearing of the mask, maintaining physical distance and such initiated as countermeasure to prevent the spread of the disease. Entry Gate, and Starting Corral cannot be requested for change for any reasons, and no exceptions accepted. 3-2.6. *If the total number of applicants surpasses the allotted field size (25 men and women each), those who are the fastest among the pool of applicants will be accepted. Please carefully check your registered information for they are not allowed to be changed or canceled after submission, excluding the items that can be modified on the "My Entry". Entries will be deferred to Tokyo Marathon 2024 or Tokyo Marathon 2025. The marathon lets is 37,500 people, compared to New York's 50,000 and .