FAQ

Entry & Registration

Where can I get the application form to participate?

All entries for the event are accepted online only.

How do I register?

Registration for runners is available online.
Runners:

https://runjapan.jp/entry/runtes/smp/competitiondetail.do?raceId=E335608&div=1

Is a runner T-shirt included in the entry fee?

No. The T-shirt is not included in the entry fee and may be purchased separately as an optional item, regardless of race category (Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 5 km Run, or Parent-child Run).

Can I register on race day?

No. Same-day registration is not available.

Can I register as a group with friends?

Group entry may be available through RunJapan. Please check the site directly.

I registered individually instead of using group entry. Can I change it?

Changes to entry details cannot be handled by the race office. Please contact RunJapan directly.

Can runners with disabilities participate?

Yes. Participants must agree to the participation terms and join at their own responsibility.
For questions about accessibility of the venue or course, please contact:
info@tohokumarathon.comA shuttle wagon will run between the Park parking area and the main venue on race day, with priority for those with mobility needs and families with small children.

When will race information be sent?

For international runners, the race guide will be sent by email in early April, and bibs will be distributed at the main venue on race day.

Can I change my race category after registering?

No. Please consider carefully before registering.

Can one adult participate in the Parent-child Run with two children?

No. The Parent-child Run requires one adult per child. Please register separately if needed.

I made a mistake in my registration details. Can it be corrected?

Entry information is managed by RunJapan, and the race office cannot make changes. Please contact RunJapan directly.

I changed my transportation from train to car. Do I need to do anything?

Advance parking reservation is required.
Please apply using the link below:
Parking Ticket – Tohoku Food Marathon 2026 (Japanese only)

https://passmarket.yahoo.co.jp/event/show/detail/02kheq7ycxp41.html
Parking permits will be sent by email in early April. You will be required to print it out before the race.

Race Information

What should I do if I need to retire during the race?

Please inform course staff. A shuttle bus will return retired runners to the start/finish area at Naganuma Footopia Toyotetsu no Oka Park.

Are there time limits?

Yes:
Full Marathon: 6 hours 30 minutes
Half Marathon: 3 hours 30 minutes
5 km Run: 1 hour
Family Run: 20 minutes
Cutoff points will be set along the course. Please follow staff instructions.

I am running the full marathon. Can I start late?

Yes, you may start after 9:00, but the time limit is still counted from 8:30, so your available time will be shorter.

Can I change my Half Marathon start time?

Yes. You may start anytime between 9:00 and 11:00 without additional procedures.

Does the Half Marathon time limit depend on start time?

No. The 3 hours 30 minutes limit is fixed, but cutoff points are based on the final start time (11:00). Earlier starters have more buffer time.

How often are aid stations placed?

Approximately every 2 km, with 10 stations per lap. Full marathon runners complete two laps (20 aid points). Water, sports drinks, and local Tohoku foods will be provided.

Are guide runners allowed?

Yes. Please contact the race office in advance if accompaniment is required.

Is there baggage storage?

Yes, at the main venue. However, it is a simple storage area, so please manage valuables yourself. No coin lockers are available.

Will race certificates be issued?

Yes. Certificates will be available online after finishing. Parent-child Run participants receive a finisher’s certificate only (no timing).

When and where can I receive my T-shirt?

On race day between 8:00–15:00 at the special tent in Naganuma Footopia Toyotetsu no Oka Park.

Transportation & Accommodation

Is parking available?

Yes. However, parking spaces are limited, so carpooling is encouraged.

Runner parking: ¥550 per vehicle (advance reservation required)
Volunteer parking: Free (advance reservation required)

Parking permits will be sent by email in early April. You must print them before the race.

I forgot to reserve parking. Can I still apply?

Yes. Please apply using the link below:
Parking Ticket – Tohoku Food Marathon 2026 (Japanese only)

https://passmarket.yahoo.co.jp/event/show/detail/02kheq7ycxp41.html

Are there shuttle buses from nearby train stations?

Yes. Shuttle buses will operate from:
JR Semine Station (approx. 20 minutes)
JR Kurikoma-Kogen Station (Shinkansen) (approx. 30+ minutes)Shuttles run according to train arrival and departure times. From the venue, buses to both stations depart approximately every 30–60 minutes.

Is there a fee for the shuttle bus?

No. All shuttle buses are free of charge. If buses are crowded, priority may be given to runners whose start time is approaching.

Can I easily get a taxi at Semine Station?

Availability on race day cannot be guaranteed. Advance reservation with a local taxi company in Tome City is recommended.

https://www.tome-city.com/publics/index/342/detail=1/b_id=1202/r_id=0/

If I arrive at Semine Station at 8:10, can I still make the 8:30 full marathon start?

Yes. The venue layout is compact, and you may start between 8:30 and 9:00 without disqualification. However, the 6-hour-30-minute time limit is measured from 8:30.

Can you recommend nearby accommodation?

Please refer to:

https://www.city.tome.miyagi.jp/city/tourism/stay/index.html
Other options:
Hotels near Kurikoma-Kogen Station:

https://epoca21.co.jp/hotel/

Staying in Sendai and traveling by Shinkansen (~20 min) is also convenient.

Other Information

Can the race be canceled?

The race will be held rain or shine. However, it may be canceled due to natural disasters, earthquakes, or severe weather. No refunds will be issued.

How will cancellation be announced?

An announcement will be made at 6:00 AM on race day via the official website and official Facebook page.

Can I buy a T-shirt after registering without one?

Yes. T-shirts will be sold at the main venue on race day, subject to availability. Details will be announced via email newsletter and social media.

How can I apply to exhibit at the Tome Food Festival?

The festival is managed by the Tome City Tourism and Products Association, not the marathon organizing committee.
Email: info@tome-city.com

Is there a hot spring near the venue?

Yes. The nearest hot spring facility is Sakura no Yu, about 20–30 minutes by car from the main venue.
http://www.sakuranoyu.jp/