Kagawa Marugame International Half Marathon 2027

If you’re looking for a race that combines city, seaside and a Japanese atmosphere that gives you wings, the Kagawa Marugame International Half Marathon in Marugame ticks every box—and even a few bonus ones 🗾.

Here, you run in a human-sized city, with long straight stretches that invite you to enjoy yourself and scenery that changes just enough so you never get bored. As they say locally (well, almost): in Marugame, you come for the legs… and you leave with stars in your eyes. ✨

Hesitating between formats? The 3 km is perfect if you’re coming in discovery mode, with family, or to soak up the atmosphere without burning out. The half marathon, on the other hand, is the big fast stroll: you can chase your best travel memory, time or not, and savor the energy of an event known for being quick 🏁.

And after you finish, stick around: just nearby you’ve got Marugame Castle for a climb that’s absolutely worth the view, and the Port of Marugame to breathe in the sea air and watch the boats 🌊.

To extend things in culture-and-chill mode, I also recommend a trip to the Marugame Genichiro-Inokuma Museum of Contemporary Art (MIMOCA), super easy to get to and perfect for resting your legs in style, then a getaway to Kotohira and the Konpira-san shrine if you want to turn your weekend into a real trip (as a couple, it works really well) ⛩️.