Kanazawa Marathon

金沢マラソン

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Sports & AdventureKanazawa

DatesDates TBA · Usually OctoberCheck locally before booking

DurationAutumnEstimate from available data

Crowd-Public scale varies

Best forCompetition, enduranceThe six Tabemashi Stations positioned along

LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: JPY

CategorySports & AdventureFestival type

The story

Kanazawa Marathon in Kanazawa

The Kanazawa Marathon is a JAAF- and AIMS-certified full marathon held each October, running from the Shiinoki Cultural Complex to Seibu Ryokuchi Park's athletics stadium past landmarks including Kenrokuen Garden and the Tsuzumi-mon gate. Capped at 15,000 runners with 1,000 spots reserved for overseas entrants, the course features six Tabemashi Stations serving regional specialties along the way.

The Kanazawa Marathon is a full-distance, JAAF- and AIMS-certified race held each October in Kanazawa, the historic castle city on Ishikawa Prefecture's Sea of Japan coast, structured as a genuine tour of the city's cultural landmarks alongside a serious competitive athletic event.

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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

The place changes

The six Tabemashi Stations positioned along the course, serving actual regional Kanazawa culinary specialties rather than standard race nutrition, give runners a genuinely local flavor experience uncommon among certified marathon courses

The mystery stays covered

Passing directly by Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan's three great gardens, along with the 21st Century Museum and the striking Tsuzumi-mon gate, turns the race into a moving tour of Kanazawa's most significant cultural landmarks

The city starts moving

Reserving 1,000 of the field's 15,000 spots specifically for overseas runners reflects a deliberate effort to position the race as internationally welcoming within Japan's crowded autumn marathon calendar

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

An annual certified marathon passing Kenrokuen Garden

Water and renewal

Living ritual

the 21st Century Museum

The sacred route

Living ritual

and the Tsuzumi-mon gate

The local code

Living ritual

featuring six Tabemashi Stations serving regional specialties

Tradition 5

Living ritual

000 of its 15

Tradition 6

Living ritual

000 entrant spots reserved for overseas runners

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually October

Getting around

For route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Kanazawa to work differently.

What to wear

Layered running gear suited to mild but potentially cool and damp October coastal weather for participants, and comfortable weather-flexible outdoor clothing for spectators following the...

Safety

At Kanazawa Marathon, respect barriers, moving equipment and marshal guidance; photos are never worth stepping into active areas.

Where to stay

Stay near workable transport in Kanazawa, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

JPY

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map36.60 N, 136.62 E Open in Google Maps

Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

Nearest airportKMQ — Komatsu Airport / JASDF Komatsu Air Base

TransportFor route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Kanazawa to work differently.

Stay areaStay near workable transport in Kanazawa, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Kanazawa via local transport.Search routes Find a place to stayStays near Kanazawa, close enough for the event-day route.Browse stays Find flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for October.Compare fares Festival gearLayered running gear suited to mild but potentially cool and damp October coastal weather for participants, and comfortable weather-flexible outdoor clothing for spectators following the landmark-heavy route.Shop the kit Check visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Japan and apply online.Check entry rules Travel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Kanazawa Marathon?

Kanazawa Marathon is listed for October · Autumn. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Kanazawa Marathon take place?

The festival is listed in Kanazawa, Japan. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Autumn is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually October

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Kanazawa Marathon

Kanazawa Marathon in Kanazawa

The part that makes it specific.

The place changes

The mystery stays covered

The city starts moving

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Water and renewal

The sacred route

The local code

Tradition 5

Tradition 6

Essential information

When to go

Getting around

What to wear

Safety

Where to stay

Tickets/cost

Language/currency

Family friendly

Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

Your Trip Starts Here

Quick answers.

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

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