Funabashi City Marathon 2025

Overview

The 2025 Funabashi City Marathon, held on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Funabashi City Sports Park Athletics Stadium in Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture, is a community-focused running event organized by the Funabashi City Board of Education, Lifelong Sports Division, and the Funabashi City Marathon and Ekiden Executive Committee. Featuring a circuit course, the marathon offers 2km, 3km, and 5km races across various divisions for elementary, junior high, high school, general, and masters (40+ for women, 40s and 50+ for men) participants, plus a unique 2km Declaration Time Race (Family Pair) for children (ages 3 to 6th grade) and their adult family members. Awards include trophies, medals, and certificates for top finishers, with online finisher certificates for all. The event, praised on X for its “family-friendly atmosphere and flat course,” may be canceled due to bad weather at the organizer’s discretion. Applications are open from September 1 to September 30, 2025, with junior high divisions requiring direct contact with the secretariat. A health self-check is mandatory, and public transport is encouraged due to limited, paid parking.

Why Attend

• Diverse Divisions: 2km, 3km, and 5km races for elementary, junior high, high school, general, masters, and family pairs, catering to all ages and abilities.

• Family-Friendly: Unique 2km Declaration Time Race for children (3 to 6th grade) and adults, fostering bonding, as noted on X for its “heartwarming family vibe.”

• Accessible Course: Flat circuit around Funabashi City Sports Park, ideal for beginners and seasoned runners.

• Awards: Trophies, medals, and certificates for 1st–3rd; certificates for 4th–10th; online certificates for all finishers.

• Community Spirit: Organized by local authorities with strong community support, praised for “lively crowds and great organization.”

• Convenient Access: Near Funabashi Station (~20 minutes from Tokyo); public transport encouraged due to paid parking.

Event Details

• Events and Divisions:

  • 2km:

    • Elementary Boys/Girls (city residents or students): 500 yen, 9:05 AM start

    • Masters Women (40+): 2,300 yen, 9:05 AM start

    • Declaration Time Race (Family Pair, child ages 3–6th grade + adult 18+): 2,500 yen per pair, 9:30 AM start

    • Junior High Girls (city residents/students, secretariat registration only): 500 yen, 9:00 AM start

  • 3km:

    • Junior High Boys (city residents/students, secretariat registration only): 500 yen, 10:00 AM start

    • Junior High Girls (city residents/students, secretariat registration only): 500 yen, 10:07 AM start

    • High School Girls: 1,000 yen, 10:07 AM start

    • General Women (no high school students): 2,300 yen, 10:07 AM start

    • Masters Men (40s): 2,300 yen, 10:30 AM start

    • Masters Men (50+): 2,300 yen, 10:30 AM start

  • 5km:

    • Junior High Boys (city residents/students, secretariat registration only): 500 yen, 11:00 AM start

    • High School Boys: 1,000 yen, 11:00 AM start

    • General Men (no high school students): 2,300 yen, 11:00 AM start

• Eligibility:

  • Healthy participants with no abnormalities from a health check.

  • Elementary and junior high divisions limited to Funabashi city residents or students (except Declaration Time Race).

  • Non-residents welcome in other divisions (high school, general, masters, family pair).

  • Declaration Time Race: Child (3 to 6th grade as of November 16, 2025) + adult (18+ as of April 1, 2025, living together).

  • High school students excluded from general divisions.

  • Family pair adults can join general/masters divisions.

• Capacity: Not specified; may close early if limits reached.

• Features:

  • Course: Flat circuit around Funabashi City Sports Park (see map: https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp/s3_files/20250825143951548_funabashi1.pdf).

  • Awards: 1st–3rd in each division (certificate, trophy, medal); 4th–10th (certificate, medal); online finisher certificates for all.

  • Health Check: Mandatory 10-point self-check on race day; unwell participants cannot compete (download: https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp).

  • Athlete Bibs: Distributed at registration on race day.

  • Declaration Time Race: Family pairs hold hands to finish; ranking by time difference from declared time (max 20 minutes); ties favor younger child; 11th+ places tied.

  • Parking: Paid at Sports Park; public transport (Funabashi Station) recommended.

  • Luggage: Participants manage belongings/valuables; no storage provided.

  • Rules: Based on 2025 Japan Association of Athletics Federations (JAAF) regulations; no escort runners (unless organizer-approved); no practice after 8:50 AM.

Ticket Information

Event Date & Time

• Location: Funabashi City Sports Park Athletics Stadium, 6-4-1 Natsumidai, Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture, 273-0866, Japan (Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6Z3Xz9k6s8z9k6s8).

• Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025 (may be canceled due to bad weather at organizer’s discretion)

• Schedule:

  • 7:50 AM–8:00 AM: Registration for junior high, elementary, masters women

  • 8:15 AM: Opening ceremony (broadcast)

  • 8:30 AM–8:50 AM: Registration for Declaration Time Race (family pairs)

  • 8:40 AM–9:10 AM: Registration for high school, general, masters men

  • 8:50 AM: Calling complete for 2km junior high girls

  • 9:00 AM: 2km Junior High Girls starts

  • 9:05 AM: 2km Elementary Boys/Girls, Masters Women starts

  • 9:20 AM: Calling complete for 2km Declaration Time Race

  • 9:30 AM: 2km Declaration Time Race starts

  • 9:50 AM: Calling complete for 3km junior high boys

  • 10:00 AM: 3km Junior High Boys starts

  • 9:55 AM: Calling complete for 3km junior high girls, high school girls, general women

  • 10:07 AM: 3km Junior High Girls, High School Girls, General Women starts

  • 10:20 AM: Calling complete for 3km masters men

  • 10:30 AM: 3km Masters Men (40s, 50+) starts

  • 10:50 AM: Calling complete for 5km junior high boys, high school boys, general men

  • 11:00 AM: 5km Junior High Boys, High School Boys, General Men starts

  • ~12:00 PM: Event concludes

• Duration: Approximately 4 hours (7:50 AM–~12:00 PM)

  • 2km races: ~15–20 minutes per division

  • 3km races: ~20–30 minutes per division

  • 5km races: ~25–40 minutes per division

• Note: Schedule may adjust; check https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp for updates.

Purchase Channels

• Jasumo Tickets: Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact) for bilingual support and registration assistance, especially for international participants or family pairs.

• Official Website: Apply via https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp (except junior high divisions, contact secretariat: 047-436-2912). Declaration Time Race requires one adult to apply with child’s details.

• Junior High Divisions: Contact Funabashi City Marathon Secretariat (047-436-2912) directly; no Sports Entry registration.

• Overseas Fans: Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact) or secretariat (047-436-2912) for assistance.

• Resellers: Not supported; use Jasumo Tickets, official website, or secretariat to avoid invalid entries.

Rules

• Application: Pre-register online (except junior high); no same-day entries. Junior high divisions via secretariat (047-436-2912). Family pair adults apply for pair with child’s details; no Sports Entry membership needed for children.

• Health Check: Mandatory 10-point self-check on race day; unwell participants excluded.

• Course Rules:

  • Declaration Time Race: Pairs hold hands to finish; max 20 minutes; violations (e.g., using watch) lead to disqualification.

  • No escort runners (unless organizer-approved); no practice after 8:50 AM.

  • Follow 2025 JAAF regulations.

• No Refunds: Non-refunded post-registration, including for weather-related cancellation.

• Liability: Organizers not liable for accidents beyond personal injury insurance; participants responsible for health and belongings.

• Media: Names, affiliations, photos, and results may be used in media; publication rights belong to organizers.

• Personal Info: Used for qualification, program, results, and communication; handled per privacy laws.

• Parking: Paid at Sports Park; public transport (Funabashi Station) recommended.

Ticket Types & Pricing

• Official Pricing (Tax Included):

  • 2km Elementary Boys/Girls (city residents/students): 500 yen

  • 2km Masters Women (40+): 2,300 yen

  • 2km Declaration Time Race (Family Pair): 2,500 yen per pair

  • 2km Junior High Girls (city residents/students, secretariat only): 500 yen

  • 3km Junior High Boys/Girls (city residents/students, secretariat only): 500 yen

  • 3km High School Girls: 1,000 yen

  • 3km General Women: 2,300 yen

  • 3km Masters Men (40s, 50+): 2,300 yen

  • 5km Junior High Boys (city residents/students, secretariat only): 500 yen

  • 5km High School Boys: 1,000 yen

  • 5km General Men: 2,300 yen

  • Additional Fee: 110 yen per event (Sports Entry usage fee)

  • Contact https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp or Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact) for details.

• Reseller Pricing: Not available; use official channels or secretariat.

• Notes: Family pair fee is per pair; junior high via secretariat only.

Sales Schedule

• Registration Period: September 1, 2025, 12:00 AM–September 30, 2025, 23:59 JST (may close early if capacity reached)

• Deadlines: September 30, 2025, 23:59 JST

• Same-Day: No same-day registration; pre-register via Jasumo Tickets, official website, or secretariat (junior high).

• Resale: Not supported; contact secretariat for inquiries.

Program

2025 Funabashi City Marathon:

• Events:

  • 2km: Junior High Girls (city residents/students), Elementary Boys/Girls (city residents/students), Masters Women (40+), Declaration Time Race (Family Pair)

  • 3km: Junior High Boys/Girls (city residents/students), High School Girls, General Women, Masters Men (40s, 50+)

  • 5km: Junior High Boys (city residents/students), High School Boys, General Men

• Format: Circuit course around Funabashi City Sports Park; individual or paired (family) races.

• Features:

  • Awards: 1st–3rd (certificate, trophy, medal); 4th–10th (certificate, medal); online finisher certificates.

  • Declaration Time Race: Pairs hold hands; ranked by time difference (max 20 minutes); younger child wins ties; 11th+ tied.

  • Health Check: Mandatory 10-point self-check; unwell excluded.

  • Athlete Bibs: Distributed at registration (near stadium entrance).

  • Parking: Paid; public transport recommended.

  • Luggage: Self-managed; no storage provided.

• Atmosphere: Family-oriented, festive, with local support, praised on X for “flat course and great community energy.”

Performers

• Organizer: Funabashi City Board of Education, Lifelong Sports Division; Funabashi City Marathon and Ekiden Executive Committee

• Partners: Local volunteers and staff

Venue Details

Funabashi City Sports Park Athletics Stadium

• Location: 6-4-1 Natsumidai, Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture, 273-0866, Japan (Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6Z3Xz9k6s8z9k6s8)

• Date: November 16, 2025

• Capacity: Not specified; may close early if full.

• Access:

  • Train: JR Sobu Line to Funabashi Station (~20 minutes from Tokyo Station), then ~15-minute bus/taxi to venue.

  • From Narita Airport: ~40 minutes by train (JR Narita Line to Funabashi, then bus/taxi).

  • From Haneda Airport: ~60 minutes by train (Keikyu Line to Funabashi, then bus/taxi).

  • Parking: Paid at Sports Park; public transport recommended.

• Attractions: Near Funabashi Andersen Park, LaLaport Tokyo-Bay, and local seafood restaurants.

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact) or apply via https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp (except junior high, contact 047-436-2912). Specify division (e.g., 2km Family Pair, 5km General Men) and participant details (age, school, etc.).

• Benefits: Bilingual support, assistance with Japanese registration systems, and coordination for family pairs or junior high entries.

• Note: Apply by September 30, 2025, or earlier if capacity reached. Junior high via secretariat only.

Inquiries

• General: Funabashi City Marathon Secretariat (047-436-2912)

• Online: Official Website (https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp); participation notices from [email protected]

• Junior High Divisions: Contact secretariat (047-436-2912)

• Venue Info: Contact secretariat for stadium details

Disclaimer

Jasumo offers a facilitation service for participants, including foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents, to access the 2025 Funabashi City Marathon. We are not a ticket reseller and do not sell tickets directly. Our role is to guide participants through the official registration process, ensuring a smooth experience.

We address common challenges such as:

• Language Barriers: Navigating Japanese-language systems with bilingual support.

• Platform Access: Assistance with Sports Entry and family pair/junior high registrations.

• Limited Availability: Capacity not specified; we help secure entries before September 30, 2025, or early closure.

• Event Information: Notices sent via [email protected]; check https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp. Ensure email settings accept “sportsentry.ne.jp” domain.

Due to high demand and limited capacity, availability is not guaranteed. No refunds post-registration or for event cancellation (e.g., weather). Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact) or secretariat (047-436-2912) by September 30, 2025, to register.

Reviews

• “The family pair race was so fun for me and my kid!” – Parent on X

• “Flat course made it great for my first 5km!” – General Men runner

• “Well-organized with a great community feel!” – Masters Women participant

• “Jasumo’s support was a lifesaver for registering from abroad!” – International runner