Sado Toki Marathon

Last Updated on March 27, 2025

Event Overview

Sado Island, situated within the Sea of Japan and belonging to Niigata Prefecture, is recognized for its picturesque natural environment, which encompasses abundant greenery, unspoiled beaches, and undulating hills.

This combination of features renders it a particularly appealing location for those who enjoy outdoor activities.

For individuals who engage in running, the Sado Toki Marathon presents an event worthy of consideration.

Although the event is officially designated as a marathon, it also offers a selection of shorter distance options, including a half marathon, a 10-kilometer race, and fun run routes of 1.5 and 3 kilometers.

Whether one feels capable of completing the full 42-kilometer marathon distance or prefers a more manageable route, the courses, which are surrounded by natural scenery, are designed to provide runners with an invigorating experience.

It is important to note, for those planning to participate, that the marathon, half marathon, and 10-kilometer races are scheduled to take place on Sunday, while the fun run distances of 1.5 and 3 kilometers are held on Saturday.

Venue Information

Location: 354 Ryotsuminato, Sado, Niigata 952-0014, Japan

Dates: April 26th until April 27th 2025

Opening Times: 10:00 to 17:00

Entry Cost

Full marathon – 7,500 yen

Half marathon – 6,000 yen

10km – 4,500 yen

Fun run 1.5km – 2,000 yen

Fun run 3km – 2,000 yen

Event Details

Getting There

The start of the event occurs at the Ondeko Dome, a location that is situated approximately 500 meters, which translates to a walking distance of about five minutes, from Ryotsu Port, or, alternatively, roughly 40 kilometers, which equates to a driving time of one hour, from Ogi Port.