- Half
Gifu
Gifu Half Marathon
Start and finish at Gifu Nagaragawa Stadium, flat along the Nagara River.
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2027 edition
Next up
Countdown
174
days to 25 Apr 2027
- Distance
- Half Marathon
- Course
- Flat
- Climb
- 170 m
- Entry
- ¥11,000
About
The race
The Takahashi Naoko Cup Gifu Seiryu Half Marathon is a premier road race established to honor the legacy of Olympic gold medalist Naoko Takahashi. Starting and finishing at the Gifu Nagaragawa Stadium, the course offers runners a magnificent tour through the heart of the city and along the pristine banks of the Nagara River. Participants enjoy a fast and mostly flat route surrounded by breathtaking natural scenery, including panoramic views of Mount Kinka and the historic Gifu Castle. Known for its impeccable organization and profound cultural atmosphere, the event features enthusiastic local support, traditional performances, and highly sought after regional food stations, making it an unforgettable spring destination for both elite competitors and passionate recreational runners from around the world.
Every year
Editions
Ballot, charity and tour places
Getting in
First come, first served
通常エントリー 一般: first period 2026-11-06 10:00 to 2027-01-17 23:59, fee 11,000 yen; second period 2027-02-01 10:00 to 2027-02-28 23:59, but second period not held.
Charity place
Home-town tax donation slot (furusato nozei), half marathon only: donation of 45,000 yen (includes bib mailing service and park & ride). Two categories, 200 places each — Gifu Prefecture (only for那些人…
Tour operator package
通常エントリー 宿泊付きプラン・観光付きプラン: entry period 2026-11-06 10:00 to 2027-01-17 23:59; fee 11,000 yen plus separate accommodation/travel costs.
Other
通常エントリー 海外: entry period 2026-11-06 10:00 JST to 2027-02-28 23:59 JST; fee 11,000 yen.