Kanazawa Marathon
Kanazawa, Japan · Sunday 26 October 2025
Kanazawa Marathon is a scenic event held in Kanazawa, Japan, on October 26, 2025. The race features a full marathon distance of 42.195 km, attracting between 10,000 to 24,999 participants. The course passes through iconic landmarks like the Kanazawa 21 Seiki Museum and Kenrokuen, offering a unique blend of cultural immersion and natural beauty. Participants can enjoy local cuisine along the route, such as Ishikawa onigiri and Kanazawa curry, which are provided at refreshment stations.\n\nWith it
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Adjusted Time
4:05:04
Time difference: +5.1 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain280m
Elevation High89m
Elevation Low5m
Weather Forecast
High18°C
Low15°C
Chance of Rain100%
Kanazawa Marathon 2025 Course Analysis
Kanazawa Marathon is a full marathon held in Kanazawa, Japan, scheduled for Sunday 26 October 2025. The course is run on road surface with 280m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 89m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Kanazawa Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 280m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 5m to 89m above sea level (84m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for October, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 15°C and 18°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance over the full distance. There is a high chance of rain (100%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Surface Type: Road
Kanazawa Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
How Difficult Is Kanazawa Marathon?
Our difficulty rating for Kanazawa Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
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