Kanazawa May Ecomarathon 2026

Have you ever dreamed of running in the land of the rising sun? 🌅 Well, here's the perfect opportunity for you! 🫵

The Ecomarathon of Kanazawa located in the beautiful city of Kanazawa, in the Prefecture of Ishikawa, in Japan 🇯🇵 is a must-attend event for any runner 🏃‍♂️. The event, taking place in May 🍂, offers 3 timed races ⏱️ of 5 km, 10 km, and 21 km. Whether you are a beginner or experienced, you will have the opportunity to run along the bike path that follows the Saigawa River 🎣. If you've come for a family day, a parent-child race 👩‍👦 of 5 km is organized. You will start at 11 AM, and with the races being limited to 200 participants in total, you won't risk getting trampled when the start is given 🤓.

With several other sporting events organized, particularly in the prefectures of Saitama, Osaka, Hiroshima, Kyoto, and Kumamoto (but mainly in Tokyo 🌸), the Ecomarathon stands as an organization environmentally friendly 🌳 and committed to different causes 🎗️. This year, it is possible to donate to the International Refugee Support Association: Second Harvest Japan. The first food bank in Japan, the organization is committed to ensuring everyone has access to food 🍲.

If you plan to extend your stay and explore the region, the Prefecture of Ishikawa is full of tourist attractions for both young and old! 🤗 Don't miss the must-sees like the Japanese garden Kenroku-en, one of the three most beautiful in Japan 🤩. For art enthusiasts, the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art will be a treasure trove! 🖼️ To conclude, how about a detour through the old town and the castle? 🏯 It's a must to understand the traditional Japanese craftsmanship in terms of artisanal art and feudal architecture 🤓.

Tie your laces well and come run for the planet! 🌍