Tokyo Marathon 2027 Friendship Run
The Tokyo Marathon 2027 Friendship Run is a relaxed 5 km jog designed as a warm-up ahead of the big race. Below you will find the date, the schedule for each group, who can join, how many places are available, the fee and the sign-up details.
Date and Schedule
The event takes place on Saturday, March 6, 2027. Runners are split into three groups, each with its own check-in, opening ceremony, start and finish times.
| Group | Check-In | Opening | Start | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | from 9:00 AM | from 9:45 AM | 10:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Group 2 | from 10:30 AM | from 11:15 AM | 11:30 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Group 3 | from 12:00 PM | from 12:45 PM | 1:00 PM | 1:30 PM |
Who Can Take Part?
This is a recreational fun run over 5 km. Finishing times will not be officially recorded, so the focus is on enjoying the morning together and loosening up before the marathon.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Age | at least 12 years old on the day of the run |
| Fitness | ability to cover 5 km within 40 minutes |
| Under 18 | consent from a parent or legal guardian is required |
| Format | 5 km fun run, no official timing |
Course Map
The interactive map below shows the Friendship Run route. You can zoom, drag it around or open it in full view.
Open the Course Map in Google Maps
Capacity and Fee
The run has room for 2,000 participants in total. Each person may enter one group only.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Group 1 | 700 runners |
| Group 2 | 700 runners |
| Group 3 | 600 runners |
| Total Capacity | 2,000 runners |
| Entry Fee (Overseas Residents) | 9,900 JPY per person, tax included |
| Finisher Rewards | finisher’s medal and a RunFes pin badge |
Registration
Sign-ups are planned to open on Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM Japan time (JST), though this date is still provisional. Places go to the earliest applicants, so it pays to be ready when registration begins. You will need to accept the event rules while applying, and an application button will appear on the official page once registration is live.
The artwork presents the visual concept created for the 20th edition of the Tokyo Marathon in 2027. The design builds on the multicolored style that has long been the race’s signature. Colorful dots and lines stand for the variety of runners, their goals, stories and motivations, while together forming one cohesive whole. It is a visual metaphor for the slogan “The Day We Unite,” which has accompanied the Tokyo event for years.
Keep in mind that the Friendship Run has no official timing and that entering several groups is not allowed. Choose the time slot that best fits your pre-marathon plans.
Source: Tokyo Marathon Foundation
