Kasumigaura Marathon and International Blind Marathon

Kasumigaura Marathon and International Blind Marathon is a signature spring road race held in the Tsuchiura and Kasumigaura area of Ibaraki, Japan, offering runners a scenic course shaped by the shores of Lake Kasumigaura and the welcoming atmosphere of the surrounding communities. Unlike a dense big-city marathon, the event is known for its more open lakeside setting, strong local support, and a race-day experience that balances serious competition with a warm regional feel. The event’s identity is also distinguished by the inclusion of the International Blind Marathon, which has helped make it an important and recognizable race in Japan’s broader running calendar. With its mix of marathon tradition, community spirit, and lakeside scenery, it stands out as one of the country’s more memorable destination races for runners looking for something different from the usual metropolitan marathon setting.

Organizer
Kasumigaura Marathon Executive Committee
Events
5K · M · OTH
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Kasumigaura Marathon and International Blind Marathon
Location
Ibaraki, Japan
36.28694, 140.42454

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Past events (3)
2026 Marathon
M
Apr 19, 2026 · 42.2 km
2026 10 Mile Run
OTH
Apr 19, 2026 · 16.1 km
2026 5km Run
5K
Apr 19, 2026 · 5.0 km

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