Celebrating the 40th Oyama Mountain Climb Marathon
The memorable 40th Oyama Mountain Climb Marathon will take place on Sunday, March 9, 2025! The time limit is 90 minutes for a one-way 9 km course along the Oyama Kaido, climbing 650 meters in elevation and tackling 1,610 stone steps. It’s one of Japan’s most grueling, heart-pounding courses!
Starting from the north exit of Isehara Station, the route passes the Route 246 intersection, Shimehiki, the old Oyama road, Afuri Bridge, Koma Sando, Onnazaka (the women’s slope), Oyama-dera temple, and finally Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine ⛩️
Guest runners include Karen Michibata and Angelica, along with celebrated former Olympic athletes such as Kayoko Fukushi, Masako Chiba, and Reiko Tosa, among other distinguished participants
On the day, festive welcome events will be held at Isehara Elementary School and along Ryujin Street at Isehara Station North Exit ✨ Join everyone and celebrate together♪
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