When is the 2026 Kobe Marathon?

It will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2026. The start point is in front of Kobe City Hall, and the finish point is at Kobe Harborland.

What changes when joining the MGC Series 2026-27?

It becomes a qualifying race for the Japanese national team, and you can earn 'MGC Series Points' for good performance. The series champion is pre-selected for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing.

What are the conditions to become a representative for the World Athletics Championships?

The series champion is determined by the total points from the two best performances within the qualifying periods of the MGC Series 2025-26 and 2026-27, and is pre-selected as a representative.

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Kobe Marathon 2026 Officially Joins MGC Series 2026-27!

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The Kobe Marathon 2026 has been selected as an affiliated race for the MGC Series 2026-27, which determines the annual marathon champion of Japan and selects representatives for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When is the 2026 Kobe Marathon?: A: It will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2026. The start point is in front of Kobe City Hall, and the finish point is at Kobe Harborland.
Q: What changes when joining the MGC Series 2026-27?: A: It becomes a qualifying race for the Japanese national team, and you can earn 'MGC Series Points' for good performance. The series champion is pre-selected for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing.
Q: What are the conditions to become a representative for the World Athletics Championships?: A: The series champion is determined by the total points from the two best performances within the qualifying periods of the MGC Series 2025-26 and 2026-27, and is pre-selected as a representative.