Tokyo Marathon

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Tokyo Marathon 2021

7th March 2021

Duration: 4 Nights Distance: Marathon

The Tokyo Marathon 2021 will be one of the six Abbott World Marathon Majors (Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, New York). This is a fantastic marathon in an exciting city. The marathon course winds through Tokyo’s central districts and takes in many of the city’s major sights. It is a hugely popular and superbly organised international event, with the total number of runners capped at 37,500. Over 300,000 runners applied to run this year so it is a massively over-subscribed event.

However, as the official Irish International Travel Partner for the Tokyo Marathon 2021, we have an allocation of Guaranteed Entries and can therefore offer you guaranteed entry as part of a tour package.

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Running is a revered sport in Japan where it has a long and proud tradition. Japan’s Naoko Takahashi won the Olympic Marathon in Sydney in 2000 and became the first ever woman to break the 2:20 barrier when she clocked 2:19.46 in Berlin in 2001.

2021 Marathon Information

The Marathon begins in front of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government building and from there heads through the heart of the city past various landmarks and Tokyo Station before finishing in front of the Imperial Palace.

Start Time is 9.10 am on Sunday 1 March 2020. Time limit is 7 hours – gun time, not chip time. Slow runners must pass stages of the race within certain times. Details of these checkpoints are available on request. You should be capable of completing the course in less than 6 hours 30 minutes net time to allow for any delay at the start if you are in the last corral. The minimum age on the day is 19 years.

The official course map for 2020 can be found HERE

Tour Package Includes:
- Guaranteed Marathon Race Entry
- 4 nights accommodation at the 4**** New Otani Hotel on a twin or single basis. Double rooms are on a request basis and should be noted within the room requests.
- Full Breakfast daily – Superb daily breakfast (both Western-style and Japanese) is included in your tour package, with early breakfast arranged on Race Day because of the early race start.
- Entry to Tokyo Marathon Friendship Run 2020 (5km)
- Shuttle coach to race start and back from marathon finish line between 1-5 pm
- All taxes and charges
- Experienced guide services by Sports Travel International staff 27th February – 2nd March 2020
- Security of a fully licensed and bonded travel agency
Marathon Entry Includes:
- Finisher T-Shirt
- Commemorative medal
- Finisher certificate (by post approx 8 – 12 weeks after the event)
- Shuttle coach to race start and back from marathon finish line between 1-5 pm
Also Available:
- Travel insurance €57 per person (for residents of Ireland and NI Only)
- Half day city tour of Tokyo (See itinerary for full details) €49 per person
- Full day trip to Odawara, Kanagawa (See itinerary for full details) from €215 per person
- Post Marathon party (See itinerary for full details) €175
- Official Race Jacket €90 per person (sizes extra small/small/medium/large/extra large/extra extra large) – the jacket is exclusive and not available for purchase at the marathon expo
As an alternative to paying your own way for this tour, you also have the option of fundraising for one of our nominated charities and travelling FREE. Details are available on request.

Flights:

This is an Accommodation & Guaranteed Entry package so flights are not included. You should book your flights to arrive in Tokyo on Thursday 27th February. This generally means departing Ireland on Wednesday 26th Feb.

DO NOT book flights until we confirm your place on the tour!

TESTIMONIALS

"Tokyo 2019 - A brilliant and hassle-free experience"

Just a small note to express my gratitude for the Tokyo experience. As always, a brilliant and hassle-free experience. The day trip and after party were memorable and thoroughly enjoyable. You guys with your professionalism and personal touch really make the marathon experience so much more enjoyable.

David, Hilltown, Co Down - March 4, 2019

"Great, Great, Great !"

Thank you Martin and Chris. Great organisation, great trip. Great International Friendship Run, great marathon, great memories, great bunch of travellers. Great hotel. Great food. Great tours. Great craic. I will also remember how lovely Japanese people are, the sound of about 38,000 rain ponchos on a background of quiet, sushi, calm temples with rain dripping off the eaves. Wet winter runs in the west of Ireland were so much worth it.

John, Oughterard - March 11, 2019

"Marathon of a Lifetime"

It’s been a marathon of a lifetime. Finishing the six Majors has been special, but not only because it was the last of them but honestly being with such a wonderful group of companions, Martin, Chris and everyone. The craic was mighty and the support and encouragement brilliant. Loads of laughs, photos and memories to appreciate for a long time to come. A huge thanks to Colette also back in the office.

Mark, Navan - March 11, 2019

"Fabulous After Party"

The After Run Party was fabulous - so glad I went to it.

Amanda, Newry - March 11, 2019

"Everything was magic"

Thank you Martin, Chris, fellow runners and supporters for a great trip. Everything from hotel, friendship run and tour was magic. Hope to meet you on the road soon!

Sheila, Blarney & Mayo - March 11, 2019

"What a trip! "

Wow, just wow - what a trip! Cheers to everyone for making this such a memorable experience - what a group of legends!

Susan, Drumcondra - March 11, 2019

"Tokyo 2019 Was Amazing"

Just back from Tokyo, well done and thank you for all the arrangements, was amazing.

Justyn, Dublin - March 4, 2019

"Superb organisation"

What an amazing trip, many, many thanks Martin and Chris for your endless patience and superb organisation, also a big thank you to Colette who works tirelessly behind the scenes. Keep on running folks!

Grainne, Blackrock, Dublin - March 11, 2019

"Fabulous time in Tokyo"

What more can be said! Fabulous time in Tokyo, delighted to finish and pick up that Six Star Medal. The organisation was superb, the tours were brilliant but what made it most was the group of people assembled and the experiences we shared.

Colm, Rush, Co Dublin - March 11, 2019

"Take a gentle Japanese bow guys, you deserve it! "

What can I say, one heck of a stag party, I‘m totally goosed. All joking aside, what a tour, Martin and his crew were first class, never in a million years would I ever experience anything like the Odawara trip! Take a gentle Japanese bow guys, you deserve it! Take care, God bless, we will be back.

Dwyer, Lurgan - March 11, 2019

"Things could not have gone any better!"

I would like to thank Martin, Chris and Tom and his wife for taking all the stress out of what could have been an arduous journey. Things could not have gone any better and it was a pleasure and inspiration to meet you all.

Paul, Lurgan - March 11, 2019

"A rollercoaster!"

A rollercoaster from start to finish! I will reunite with what’s called a bed tonight.

Padraic, Cavan - March 11, 2019

"The organisation, as always, second to none."

It’s been a truly amazing trip, shared with incredible people. The organisation, as always, second to none. Thanks so much to Martin, Chris, and Tom & Satomi for the Odawara trip. Looking forward to crossing paths with you all in future.

Mary, Swords, Co Dublin - March 11, 2019

"Brilliant"

Thank you for a brilliant trip.

Phyllis, Swords, Co Dublin - March 11, 2019

"A great time and with Sports Travel"

Martin, I would just like to personally thank yourself and Chris for a fabulous trip. Damien and I had a great time and with Sports Travel's help it was very much a worry free trip. I think it's important that a group know that they can be as involved as they choose and don't feel pressured into group gatherings and you guys certainly know how to do that.
I look forward to joining again sometime on another running trip.

Martina, Newtownabbey - March 13, 2019

"An amazing trip to Tokyo"

I just wanted to email you to say thanks for an amazing trip to Tokyo for the marathon. As you know I have traveled with you to many marathons in the past and as usual I found this trip really enjoyable and very well organised. Tokyo was my last major and it was great to get my six star medal even if the weather wasn’t great ! So even though I don’t have any more majors to do I’ve no doubt that I will go back to do some more with you in the future and I would have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone.

Patrick, Dublin - March 19, 2019

"Wonderful few days in Tokyo"

Martin, A big thank you to you and Chris for the wonderful few days in Tokyo
I cant imagine what it would be like without yourselves planning and
assisting over the few days.

Gerry, dublin - March 19, 2019
ITINERARY
4 night / 5 day full tour package including hotel with daily breakfast, guaranteed marathon entry, friendship run entry and guide services:

Thursday 27th February 2020 – Arrival in Tokyo

Arrive in Tokyo today for the start of your tour. Flights are not included in your package. Please make sure that flights are booked for the 26th February to land on the 27th February. Upon arrival, meet the Sports Travel International tour leader and other tour participants.

The Tokyo Marathon Expo 2020 will take place on the following days when you pick up your bib number for the marathon:
- Thursday 27th February 2020 time to be confirmed (usually 11am – 8.30pm)
- Friday 28th February 2020 time to be confirmed (usually 11am – 8.30pm)
- Saturday 29th February 2020 time to be confirmed (usually 11am – 7.30pm)
Friday 28th February 2020 – Half Day City Tour (optional tour)

Departs from the New Otani Hotel at 10am for a three and a half hour tour, with an excellent Japanese English-speaking guide. The tour takes in all the main sights in Tokyo, including the beautiful Meiji Jingu Shrine in a magnificent park, panoramic views from the top of Tokyo Tower and a visit to the 7^th century Asakusa Kannon Buddhist Temple and colourful Nakamise shopping street. You will be dropped back to the Marathon Expo at 13.30pm to pick up your race registration. We then leave the expo and head back to the hotel by subway (own expense) at 4pm.

Cost €49 per person (based on minimum 31). We recommend this city tour as part of your Tokyo experience. It is also very convenient for getting to Race Registration and the Expo.

Saturday 29th February 2020 – Tokyo Marathon Friendship Run 2020

The Tokyo Marathon Friendship Run 2020 entry is included for our Tokyo Marathon runners and spectators. The Friendship run will start at 10:45am. Full course details will be confirmed in due course. The distance is approximately 5km. If you wish to take part, please select this as an optional extra.

If any spectators do not wish to run, you are able to opt out and receive a discount of €25 per person.

We strongly recommend you participate, it is a very special atmosphere and experience.

Sunday 1st March 2020 – Race Day – Tokyo Marathon 2020

An early breakfast will be available at the hotel this morning, with the time to be confirmed within your travel itinerary. One way transport will take you to the marathon start area and you will be required to wear your sticker/wrist band provided by your Sports Travel International Rep.

Marathon Times:

09.05am – Wheelchair Start
09.10am – Marathon Start
16.10pm – Finish

You can hand in a personal bag at the start of the race and pick it up at the finish area.

Sunday 1st March 2020 – Tokyo Marathon 2020 After Run Party

Celebrate with runners from all over the world. The cost includes return shuttle bus, food, drink, live music and Japanese dance show, plus World Marathon Major completer ceremony. It is in our opinion by far the best post-marathon party of any marathon in the world, bar none. It has an incredible buzz and the music, food, drink and entertainment are all first-class. It is the perfect end to a memorable marathon day.

The After Run Party takes place at the historic and beautiful Happo-En Mansion at 1-1-1 Shiroganadei, Minato-ku. The shuttle bus to the venue leaves the hotel at 18:30 and leaves Happo-En just after 21:30.

Cost: €175 per person

Monday 2nd March 2020 – Day Trip and Departure Day

Today we offer a unique day trip to Odawara in the Kanagawa prefecture.

Full day trip to Odawara, Kanagawa

Odawara is a typical Japanese town 100km from Tokyo with a unique history. It has one of Japan’s most iconic Zen Buddhist monasteries, dating back to the 14^th century. The monastery is a sacred site hidden in a forest at Daiyuzan nearby where the cedar trees have grown undisturbed for 500 years. The very impressive and beautiful temple complex is unspoilt and completely off the tourist trail. It is a real must-see.

We then go to a magnificent outdoor natural hot springs Spa, experiencing the famous Japanese onsen and giving the body an invigorating and muscle-relaxing refresher the day after the marathon. The hot water, rich in organic nutrients, comes straight from the Hakone Mountains. This is followed by a wonderful fresh Japanese lunch.

After the Spa and lunch we visit Odawara Castle, dressing up in traditional Samurai and Ninja costumes, male and female, which is great fun and makes for fantastic photo opportunities.

You also get to travel on a bullet train – twice, with speeds of up to 320 km per hour!

Since 2015 this day trip has been the highlight for many runners and companions on the tour (apart from the marathon itself!). We cannot recommend it highly enough.

Included are:
- Transport by private bus from hotel to Tokyo Train Station
- Bullet train from Tokyo Station to Odawara
- Coach for the day with local English-speaking guide
- Donation at Monastery and entrance fee to Spa
- Excellent Japanese Lunch (drink included)
- Cost of Costume Hire at Odawara Castle
- Bullet train to Narita or Haneda Airport for late flight home, or return train to Tokyo Station for those extending their stay.
The cost is €218 per person (Haneda) or €242 per person (Narita) including all of the above if you are returning to Narita or Haneda Airport.

The cost is €215 per person if you are returning to Tokyo Station.

Numbers on this trip are limited to 45.

To see some photos from Odawara and our previous Tokyo Marathon tours visit our Facebook page www.facebook.com/SportsTravelInt See also the comments on Tokyo from previous participants on our website.

If you wish to extend your stay pre or post the main 4 night stay, you can do so subject to availability. Please email us for a quote and availability.
HOTELS & PRICING
New Otani

The New Otani Hotel is in the ideal location to explore the sights of Tokyo and is close to the Marathon route. We offer a shuttle bus service to the Start and back from the...

Tour Prices Per Person

Accommodation & Guaranteed Entry package

Runner Non-Runner

Hotel New Otani Tokyo

Twin or Double Sharing €2399 €1974

Single Room €3099 €2674

Tour Package Includes:
- Guaranteed Marathon Race Entry
- 4 nights accommodation at the 4**** New Otani Hotel on a twin or single basis. Double rooms are on a request basis and should be noted within the room requests.
- Full Breakfast daily – Superb daily breakfast (both Western-style and Japanese) is included in your tour package, with early breakfast arranged on Race Day because of the early race start.
- Entry to Tokyo Marathon Friendship Run 2020 (5km)
- Shuttle coach to race start and back from marathon finish line between 1-5 pm
- All taxes and charges
- Experienced guide services by Sports Travel International staff 27th February – 2nd March 2020
- Security of a fully licensed and bonded travel agency
NB: Flights are not included in above prices

Extra Trips and Activities :

Travel Insurance (For Residents of Ireland and NI only) : €57

Half Day City Tour: €49

Full Day trip to Odawara, Kanagawa:

Returning to Narita €218 per person or Haneda €242 per person / Returning to Tokyo Station: €215 per person

Official Race Jacket: €90

Post-Marathon After Run Party: €175
Tokyo Marathon Hotels
New Otani

The New Otani Hotel is in the ideal location to explore the sights of Tokyo and is close to the Marathon route. We offer a shuttle bus service to the Start and back from the Finish Line as part of your tour.

The hotel is only minutes away from the most popular shopping and entertainment spots – just a 5 minute subway ride to Ginza, the main shopping area, and a 10 minute ride to Shinjuku, one of Tokyo’s two main stations, from where you can go anywhere.

Facilities include a sauna, spa, business centre, beauty salon, hairdresser and cash dispenser, plus a choice of many restaurants and a magnificent and historic Japanese garden. The well-appointed bedrooms include a flat screen TV with satellite channels and a minibar.

Hotel Price

Hotel Facilities:

Post Office & ATM

Free wireless and wired internet

400 year old Japanese garden.

Rose Garden

Spa

Seiseian

Patisserie

Room Amenities:

Flat-screen TV that receives digital terrestrial broadcasting

Individual air-conditioning in each room

En-suite shower and toilet

Dual line telephones / Voicemail

Alarm clock

In-room safe

Refrigerator / Mini bar

Japanese “YUKATA” robes / Bathrobes

Hairdryer

Towels
IMPORTANT INFO

Travel Insurance

For details of our travel packages, please visit our insurance page. If you have your own travel insurance for this trip, you must ensure that your policy covers you to participate in running events. We also recommend it includes cover for travel disruption.

General, visa, passport and health information

Passport

Check the date of validity of your passport well in advance of travel and renew if necessary.

www.dfa.ie/passports

https://www.gov.uk/browse/citizenship/passports

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFA) issues travel advice on destinations, which includes information on passports, visas, health, safety and security and more. For all information relating to Japan, please click HERE.
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Q. Do you send me my information by mail or email?

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Runners will receive their race pack directly from Tokyo in due course. Sports Travel will email an itinerary and final tour instructions before departure.

Q. I am a single traveller, is this event for me?

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Yes, absolutely. We offer single room or twin share room options, and our guides are on hand to assist you and introduce you to other runners on the tour.

Q. Can I bring family and friends on the trip?

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Yes, we welcome non-running companions. Our guides will accompany non runners to a suitable viewing point to watch the marathon. Non-marathon runners can participate in the Friendship Run if they wish.

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