One of Okinawa's most popular half marathons, the Shohashi Half Marathon in Nanjo City returns for another year. Runners start at the sound of the traditional Shohashi drum, pass through the Shohashi Gate, and race through the Nanjo route. At the 5km mark, the challenging 1.2km uphill "Shinzato Slope" with a 150m elevation gain awaits. The scenic 11km point features the stunning Nirai Bridge and Kanai Bridge, offering views of the sacred island of Takashima in the Pacific. The final stretch from 16-20km loops around the Chinen Peninsula on a flat course.
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