Join the spirit of autumn at the Sapporo Marathon! Every fall, the streets of Sapporo come alive with the rhythm of thousands of footsteps as over 14,000 runners from across Japan take on the challenge of the Sapporo Marathon—the largest citizen marathon in northern Japan! This beloved autumn tradition winds through the heart of the city on a course certified by the Japan Association of Athletics Federations, offering participants not just a race, but an unforgettable journey through vibrant cityscapes and crisp seasonal air. With the wish to create a comfortable and enjoyable event for everyone involved—including runners, volunteers, staff, and the entire community—the race will feature a hydration system based on participants using their own bottles and cups.

ENTRY PERIOD

May 23 2026 00:00 - July 11 2026 23:59

EVENT

Half Marathon

My Bottle/My Cup Run

※If you would like a soft bottle or soft cup, please register when you enter the event. They will not be distributed on the day of the event.

10km

My Bottle/My Cup Run

※If you would like a soft bottle or soft cup, please register when you enter the event. They will not be distributed on the day of the event.

5km/1km

DATE

October,4.2026

Location

Sapporo (Hokkaido) , Japan

Event・Eligibility

Half Marathon (certified)

　Male: 16-29 years old, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, 70 years and older
　Female: 16-29 years old, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60 years and older
　Time Limit：Cutoff points:【5KM → 40 min】【8KM → 64 min】【10KM → 80 min】

10KM (certified)

　Male: 16-29 years old, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, 70 years and older
　 Female: 16-29 years old, 30s, 40s, 50 years and older

5KM

　Male/Female: 16 years old or older

1KM

　Open to everyone

Participation Fee

Half Marathon: 11,000 JPY / 10KM: 8,000 JPY / 5KM・1KM: 5,500 JPY / Ages 16-18: 5,500 JPY/ Age 15 or under: 5,000 JPY

Start Time

Half Marathon: First Wave 09:20 / Second wave 09:30

10KM: 09:00

5KM: 13:35

1KM: 13:50

Participant's Prize

All categories: Short-sleeved T-shirt + Finisher's Medal will be awarded

Half Marathon: Soft Bottle, Soft Cup

10KM: Soft cup *Please note that no cups or bottles will be provided as participation gifts if you choose to use your own soft bottles or soft cups. In exchange, baggage storage will be provided free of charge on the day of the event.

Award Ceremony

Top 8 finishers in each division (excluding 5KM and 1KM) * Half marathon and 10KM: Net times and split times are recorded.

Access

Approximately 20 minutes on foot from Makomanai Station (Subway Namboku Line). A special event shuttle bus will also be available from Makomanai Station on the day (240 JPY for adults, 120 JPY for children).

original DOODS

To reduce the disposal of safety pins, which become non-burnable waste, the Sapporo Marathon offers optional bib clips that can be used repeatedly and do not damage your running wear.

By providing these items only to participants who wish to purchase them, we can help reduce unnecessary resource consumption and work together with our runners to create a more sustainable event.

■ Official Sapporo Marathon Bib Clips (Set of 4) These convenient clips allow you to attach your race bib without making holes in your clothing.
Featuring an exclusive Sapporo Marathon design, they are perfect both as a commemorative item and for regular use.

■ Bib Clip
A dedicated holder for storing your bib clips safely and preventing loss. Ideal for carrying and storing your bib clips between races.

ENTRY

Please apply for the race from ‘Run Japan’ website below.

ACCOMMODATIONS

If you would like to take a tour, please apply here.