Yodogawa Ecomarathon in January 2027

Have you always dreamed of running in the land of the rising sun? 🌅 In January, pack your bags 🧳, we invite you to Japan 🇯🇵, in the Osaka Prefecture, in the Yodogawa district for the Yodogawa Ecomarathon 🏃‍♀️.

If you're a solo runner 🧍‍♂️, come run the marathon, the half marathon or the timed 10 km; if you prefer running as a family 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒, a 5 km parent-child race is organized. The marathon starts at 10:00 a.m. and the other races at 11:00 a.m. sharp 🕚, in the heart of Osaka, along the Yodo River. You will run alongside its bed on the cycle path 🚴‍♂️. As the course is flat, easy and fast ⚡️, the race is open to novice runners as well as experienced ones looking to beat their personal record 💪. With the participant limit set at 300 people, you won't have to elbow your way through at the start 😝.

With several other sporting events organized, particularly in the prefectures of Saitama, Osaka, Hiroshima, Kyoto and Kumamoto (but mainly in Tokyo 🌸), the Ecomarathon positions itself as an organization that is environmentally conscious 🌳 and committed to various causes 🎗️. This year, it is possible to make a donation to the refugee support association Refugees Empowerment Japan instead of paying your registration fee. The Ecomarathon also supports Second Harvest Japan: Japan's first food bank, the organization is committed to ensuring that everyone has access to food 🍲.

The city of Osaka has a complex history, but has been able to evolve and reinvent itself over the years while maintaining its importance as a central and important city of the country. It is a very touristy destination that combines traditional and modern culture 🎐. Whether you are interested in food, shopping, culture or entertainment, you should find something to your liking in Osaka 😍. If you choose to extend your stay, why not visit the Shin-Osaka station museum to learn more about the trains that connect the prefecture. If you're looking for a bit more tradition, don't hesitate to try the Sentō (public baths) or even the Onsen (traditional hot springs). To learn more about Shinto culture, the Kazaki Shrine ⛩️ will answer all your questions 🧐.

Tempted? Grab your ticket ✈️, lace up your shoes 👟, we're waiting for you at the Yodogawa Ecomarathon 🎏.