About This Race
The 50K distance offers runners a substantial mountain challenge through the Kanan Sanzan range, requiring solid technical trail experience to navigate the steep climbs and technical descents across multiple peaks. This distance strikes an ideal balance for runners seeking their first ultra experience in Japan or those wanting to fully experience the ancient beech forests without committing to the longer distances' more demanding time constraints. Runners will encounter the full character of these historic mountains while maintaining manageable pacing that allows appreciation of the cultural elements woven throughout the course.
Practical Info
Hot spring resort accommodations available in historic Yamanaka Onsen, offering traditional Japanese hospitality and healing thermal baths.
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Notable Features
Japan's first UTMB World Series event combines trail running with the healing tradition of 1,300-year-old Yamanaka Onsen hot springs. The race traverses ancient mountains blanketed with primeval beech forests, offering runners the rare opportunity to experience authentic Japanese hospitality and hot spring culture alongside world-class trail racing in a setting once celebrated by renowned poet Matsuo Basho.