Our Aim

The Nagano Marathon vies to bring back the inspiration experienced during the Olympic Winter Games ( Nagano 1998 ), providing an annual event to keep the excitement forever alive! It also aims to contribute to the development of regional sports, culture and the Olympic movement and to provide an unique opportunity for amateurs and world-class athletes to run together, expanding the horizons of running.

"Nagano Marathon" aims to uphold the ideals of the Nagano Olympics and fulfill the dreams of future generations while in coexistence with an environment rich in nature.

2019 Race Information

Participation Rules

1. In the case of unforeseen circumstances ( i.e. natural disaster ) whereby the marathon must be cancelled, entry fees will not be refunded.
2. The organizers will guarantee for the provision of first-aid medical help for injuries occurring during the race only. Any additional and/or other medical assistance required is the responsibility of the participant. It is hereupon requested that participants arrange for accident insurance in advance of participating in the race. The organizers will make no provision for accident insurance on behalf of participants.
3. All participants should be able to run a full marathon in 5 hours. After the entry is made, start training for the race.
4. Participants are responsible for undergoing a physical examination administered by a doctor prior to the race to ensure sound physical condition.
5. Race officials have the right to stop runners who appear unable to run further or who are interfering with other runners ( i.e. running backwards or in an otherwise irregular manner ).
6. Runners must honor closing gate times, any objections will not be tolerated.
7. Substitute runners are prohibited. Upon detection, the participant will be disqualified.
   Furthermore, the substitute runner is not covered by marathon insurance.
8. Participants are requested to agree in advance to have their pictures taken during the race and possibly used in printed matter such as the event program or on the marathon website.
   They also are required to allow sponsors free use of their pictures for entrants' brochures and newspapers.
9. Participants are not supposed to wear or post anything that advertises a particular brand, company name or design in the event area ( marathon course included ). Running in disguise is not allowed.
10. No costumes or disguises are allowed. As well, participants must obey all instructions by the officials.
11. Visually handicapped runners are required to run with accompanying runners. Accompanying runners are obliged to indicate as such clearly.
12. Though we provide water, sport drinks and sponges at aid stations, we can not make arrangements for special drinks for everyone because of operational reasons. Please understand special drinks are provided only for invitational runners.
13. The organizers agree to keep all personal information, such as name, address etc. confidential.
    However for sake of competition result posting and mailing notifications, the organizers reserve the right to use.
14. All personal valuables are the responsibility of the participants. Organizers accept no responsibility for lost or stolen items.
15. Entries cannot be changed or cancelled. In the event that a participant is not able to participate, entry fees will not be refunded.
16. The race will be timed with an RC chip ( Runners Champion Chip ). Make sure that the RC chip is attached to the back of your race number before the race ( the RC chip will be provided with your race number ).
17. Awards for the overall category will be based on the time from the starter's pistol. Awards for age categories, however, will be based on chip time ( from the time the runner crosses the starting line to crossing the finishing line ).
18. Please note that Organizers will not act as guarantors for participants requiring visas.