Matsue Castle Marathon

Matsue Castle Marathon is a city marathon held in Matsue, Shimane, Japan. Official race information presents it as a marathon that runs through the castle town and waterfront scenery of Matsue, often described as the “water city,” with the event closely tied to the presence of Matsue Castle, one of Japan’s designated national treasures. The race has both a full marathon and a fun run, and it is promoted as a chance to experience the historic character of the city while running through its streets and surrounding landscapes.