Held over two days in the historic Nara Prefecture, the Nara Marathon invites runners to explore Japan’s ancient capital through a full 42.195 km marathon, a two-person relay marathon, a scenic 10 km World Heritage course, and a 2 km Mini Nara family run. The main marathon starts and finishes at Konoike Athletic Stadium and features rolling hills through Nara and neighboring Tenri, with traditional support from local volunteers and cheer squads. The 10K and Mini runs on Saturday offer family-friendly options, highlighting landmarks like Suzakumon Gate and Nara Park. Participants enjoy chip timing, official race apparel, and unique finish-line souvenirs such as towels and medals. Known for its serene beauty and cultural immersion, the Nara Marathon blends Japanese heritage with the joy of running.
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Marathon
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Organized by the Nara Marathon Executive Committee (involving Nara Prefecture, Nara City, Tenri City, and the Nara Athletic Association), this full marathon traverses historic streets and UNESCO heritage sites in Nara and Tenri. It takes place on Sunday, December 14, 2025, starting at 9:00 am JST, beginning and ending at Rohto Field Nara (Konoike Athletics Stadium).
Also hosted by the Nara Marathon Executive Committee, this team relay follows the same certified course via a midway exchange in Tenri City, with two runners sharing the distance. The relay is held on Sunday, December 14, 2025, starting at 9:00 am JST, with start/finish at Konoike Athletics Stadium.
This certified 10 km course showcases Nara’s heritage, passing landmarks like Suzakumon Gate and Todaiji, and is organized by the Nara Marathon Executive Committee. It starts at 9:30 am JST on Sunday, December 14, 2025, beginning and ending at Konoike Athletics Stadium.
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FAQs
What is the Nara Marathon?
How long is the Nara Marathon?
Where does the Nara Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Nara Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Nara Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Nara Marathon?
Organized by the Nara Marathon Executive Committee (involving Nara Prefecture, Nara City, Tenri City, and the Nara Athletic Association), this full marathon traverses historic streets and UNESCO heritage sites in Nara and Tenri. It takes place on Sunday, December 14, 2025, starting at 9:00 am JST, beginning and ending at Rohto Field Nara (Konoike Athletics Stadium).
The Nara Marathon is 42km long.
The Nara Marathon takes place in Nara, Japan.
Runna classifies the Nara Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Nara Marathon?
Organized by the Nara Marathon Executive Committee (involving Nara Prefecture, Nara City, Tenri City, and the Nara Athletic Association), this full marathon traverses historic streets and UNESCO heritage sites in Nara and Tenri. It takes place on Sunday, December 14, 2025, starting at 9:00 am JST, beginning and ending at Rohto Field Nara (Konoike Athletics Stadium).
How long is the Nara Marathon?
The Nara Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Nara Marathon take place?
The Nara Marathon takes place in Nara, Japan.
What is the elevation gain of the Nara Marathon?
Runna classifies the Nara Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Nara Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Nara Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Pair Relay Nara Marathon?
How long is the Pair Relay Nara Marathon?
Where does the Pair Relay Nara Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Pair Relay Nara Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Pair Relay Nara Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Pair Relay Nara Marathon?
Also hosted by the Nara Marathon Executive Committee, this team relay follows the same certified course via a midway exchange in Tenri City, with two runners sharing the distance. The relay is held on Sunday, December 14, 2025, starting at 9:00 am JST, with start/finish at Konoike Athletics Stadium.
The Pair Relay Nara Marathon is 42km long.
The Pair Relay Nara Marathon takes place in Nara, Japan.
Runna classifies the Pair Relay Nara Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Pair Relay Nara Marathon?
Also hosted by the Nara Marathon Executive Committee, this team relay follows the same certified course via a midway exchange in Tenri City, with two runners sharing the distance. The relay is held on Sunday, December 14, 2025, starting at 9:00 am JST, with start/finish at Konoike Athletics Stadium.
How long is the Pair Relay Nara Marathon?
The Pair Relay Nara Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Pair Relay Nara Marathon take place?
The Pair Relay Nara Marathon takes place in Nara, Japan.
What is the elevation gain of the Pair Relay Nara Marathon?
Runna classifies the Pair Relay Nara Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Pair Relay Nara Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Pair Relay Nara Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Nara World Heritage 10K?
How long is the Nara World Heritage 10K?
Where does the Nara World Heritage 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Nara World Heritage 10K?
How can I prepare for the Nara World Heritage 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Nara World Heritage 10K?
This certified 10 km course showcases Nara’s heritage, passing landmarks like Suzakumon Gate and Todaiji, and is organized by the Nara Marathon Executive Committee. It starts at 9:30 am JST on Sunday, December 14, 2025, beginning and ending at Konoike Athletics Stadium.
The Nara World Heritage 10K is 10km long.
The Nara World Heritage 10K takes place in Nara, Japan.
Runna classifies the Nara World Heritage 10K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Nara World Heritage 10K?
This certified 10 km course showcases Nara’s heritage, passing landmarks like Suzakumon Gate and Todaiji, and is organized by the Nara Marathon Executive Committee. It starts at 9:30 am JST on Sunday, December 14, 2025, beginning and ending at Konoike Athletics Stadium.
How long is the Nara World Heritage 10K?
The Nara World Heritage 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Nara World Heritage 10K take place?
The Nara World Heritage 10K takes place in Nara, Japan.
What is the elevation gain of the Nara World Heritage 10K?
Runna classifies the Nara World Heritage 10K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Nara World Heritage 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Nara World Heritage 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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