Tokyo Marathon
Lo esencial
El Tokyo Marathon, que se corrió por primera vez como carrera internacional completa en 2007 aunque tiene raíces profundas en la tradición de carreras de largo aliento de Tokio, se ha consolidado como uno de los principales maratones de primavera del mundo y es miembro clave de los World Marathon Majors. La edición 2027 marca el 20 aniversario del evento: un campo récord de 40,000 corredores, los premios más altos entre los eventos Abbott World Marathon Majors, nuevas categorías de maratón para atletas paralímpicos y una demostración acrobática del Blue Impulse. Como sede del Campeonato Mundial por Categoría de Edad Abbott WMM MTT 2027, el evento reúne un profundo campo internacional y nacional —mayormente seleccionados por sorteo— que exhibe los rascacielos modernos y barrios históricos de Tokio. Atrae tanto a corredores de élite persiguiendo ritmos veloces como a competidores de su categoría de edad en busca de una experiencia memorable en un maratón urbano. El evento cuenta con certificación AIMS, estatus Platinum Label de World Athletics, y es un clasificatorio para Boston (BQ). El recorrido es principalmente plano y rápido, atravesando los lugares emblemáticos de Tokio. Generalmente comienza cerca del Edificio de la Prefectura de Tokio en Shinjuku, pasa por el dinámico distrito comercial de Ginza y el histórico Nihonbashi, rodea los templos tradicionales y la atmósfera festiva de Asakusa (cerca del Senso-ji), y continúa por Marunouchi y la Estación de Tokio hacia una impresionante meta en el centro. El clima de principios de marzo en Tokio típicamente es fresco y favorable para ritmos veloces.
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Recorrido relativamente plano
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Calificación del público
Apoyo de espectadores
Apoyo legendario del público
Tokyo Marathon 2026 Completed
Mar 1, 2026The 2026 edition of the Tokyo Marathon was held on March 1, 2026. The race is now complete and the 2027 edition (20th anniversary) has been announced for March 7, 2027.
Tokyo Marathon 2027 (20th Anniversary) Entry Open
Jun 23, 2026The 2027 Tokyo Marathon, the milestone 20th anniversary edition, is set for March 7, 2027. The race will feature a record 40,000 participants, the highest prize money among Abbott WMM events, new para-athlete divisions, and will host the 2027 Abbott WMM MTT Age Group World Championships. Entry is open via the lottery system on marathon.tokyo.
Clasificatorio para Boston
Esta carrera es un evento clasificatorio certificado para el Maratón de Boston. Logra tu marca de clasificación en un recorrido verificado.
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
The race traditionally starts in Shinjuku near this iconic government complex with observation towers offering panoramic city views
Meiji Shrine / Yoyogi area
Runners pass close to the forested grounds of Meiji Jingu and the Yoyogi parkland early in the race
Ginza
The course runs through Tokyo's premier shopping and dining district, known for wide boulevards and upscale storefronts
Nihonbashi
Historic commercial center featuring the famous Nihonbashi Bridge, a traditional milestone in Tokyo's road network
Asakusa (Senso-ji)
The route goes past the historic Senso-ji Temple and the traditional streets of Asakusa, showcasing old Tokyo charm
Tokyo Skytree
Runners see the towering Skytree landmark rising above Sumida, a modern symbol of Tokyo's skyline
Tokyo Station / Marunouchi
The marathon finishes near the red-brick Tokyo Station and the Marunouchi business district, a central and architecturally notable finish area
Tokyo, Japan
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Tarifa promedio para alojamientos de 3 estrellas cerca de la salida
Elegibilidad
- Must be 19 years of age or older on race day
- Entry is primarily via lottery — entrants must register for the public lottery or apply through designated categories (elite, charity, tour operator)
- Elite entry requires meeting the Tokyo Marathon elite qualifying standards and approval by the race organizer
- Wheelchair and para-athlete categories require classification documents and prior approval by the organizer
- All entrants must complete online registration, pay the entry fee, and accept the race terms and conditions
- Valid photo ID or passport required for verification at bib pick-up (foreign participants must present passport)
- Medical clearance recommended; entrants must not have any medical condition that would make participation hazardous
- Participants must comply with anti-doping regulations and follow event rules, course marshals' instructions, and time cut-offs
Documentos requeridos
- Photo ID (passport or Japanese residence card)
- Proof of age (passport or government-issued ID)
- Entry confirmation / registration receipt
- Emergency contact information
- Medical certificate (required for elite/wheelchair categories; recommended for general entrants)
Métodos de inscripción
- Lottery
- Charity Entry
- Tour Operator
- Time Qualifier
- Elite Invitation
- Wheelchair Entry
Política de cancelación y reembolso
No refunds after registration is confirmed
Bib transfers or name changes are not permitted
Deferrals to a future year are not permitted
If the organizer cancels the race, entrants may be offered a partial refund or guaranteed entry for the following year at the organizer's discretion (administrative/handling fee may be deducted)
Medical withdrawals do not qualify for a refund, though documentation may be requested for record-keeping
The 2027 edition is the milestone 20th anniversary of the Tokyo Marathon, featuring a record field of 40,000 runners and the highest prize money among Abbott World Marathon Majors events.
The 2027 race will host the Abbott WMM MTT Age Group World Championships, making it a particularly significant event for age-group runners worldwide.
New for 2027: a para-athlete marathon division, new disability entry categories, a Duo Team division, and premium 20th anniversary finisher medals.
A Blue Impulse aerobatic demonstration flight has been confirmed for race weekend.
The flat, fast course passes iconic Tokyo landmarks including Ginza, the Imperial Palace area, Asakusa, and finishes near Tokyo Station and the Marunouchi business district.
General entry is held by lottery due to high demand; runners are strongly advised to use Tokyo's efficient public transportation on race day.
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