Over 10,000 runners participate in this officially recognized Japan Athletics Association marathon course through Okayama's streets. Starting from Okayama Prefectural General Grounds Sports Hall (Shigeto Arena Okayama), the route passes through JR Okayama Station's main street, Okayama Castle, and Okayama Korakuen (one of Japan's three great gardens), offering scenic views of waterways, green spaces, farmland, and the Asahi River. The finish line is at the Okayama Prefectural General Grounds Stadium (JFE Hare no Kuni Stadium).
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.