How to get into the Kobe Marathon 2026.

Ways in

There are 2 ways into the Kobe Marathon, each with what it involves and, where we have it, the organizer's own detail.

1. 01

   Ballot

   Apply while the ballot is open. Places are then drawn at random from everyone who applied, and those drawn are invited to pay the entry fee.

   At this race: Marathon places are allocated by lottery (抽選): applications open 17 April at noon and close 1 June at 17:00; results are notified by RUNNET email on 2 July (also viewable on RUNNET My Page). If places

2. 02

   Other

   Another route the organizer offers.

   At this race: 神戸マラソン応援ランナー枠（ふるさと納税）(support runner slot via hometown tax donation) is offered as an entry option.

Ballot dates

The ballot for the 2026 race, as the organizer announced it.

1. Ballot opens

   17 Apr 2026

2. Ballot closes

   1 Jun 2026

3. Draw

   TBA

4. Results

   TBA

FAQ

When does the Kobe Marathon ballot open?

The ballot for the 2026 race opened on 17 Apr 2026 and closed on 1 Jun 2026. Dates for the 2027 ballot haven't been announced yet.

Can I get into the Kobe Marathon without the ballot?

Yes. Besides the ballot there is one other way in. Other: 神戸マラソン応援ランナー枠（ふるさと納税）(support runner slot via hometown tax donation) is offered as an entry option.

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