The 29th Nanbu Trim Marathon starts at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 19, 2017 at Nishizaki Sports Park in Itoman. Around 8,000 runners enjoy it each year.
The event welcomes everyone, from babies in strollers to a 92-year-old who completed the previous race. Wheelchair and family courses are available alongside half-marathon, 10 km, 5 km and 3 km options, allowing participants to choose a suitable distance.
Enjoy the 29th Nanbu Trim Marathon with family, friends or on your own. It is also recommended for beginners. Feel Itoman's refreshing spring breeze as you run. The event goes ahead in rain.
A Chance to Visit Singapore or Hokkaido!
Top runners may receive invitations to the Singapore Marathon from the half-marathon field or the Sapporo Marathon from the 10 km field.
Other participants also have a chance to win invitations in a special prize draw.
- Half-marathon participants: Singapore Marathon
- 10 km participants: Sapporo Marathon
- 5 km, 3 km and wheelchair participants: Tokyo Disneyland tickets for one pair
- Family course participants: Tokyo Disneyland tickets for three pairs
Who Are This Year's Guest Starters?
Popular Okinawan comedy duo Kokizami Indian, Mori and Sane, join the familiar southern municipal mascots to give runners a lively send-off.
Getting to the Venue
By car: 15 km from Naha, about 40 minutes
Road signs are posted at major points. Temporary spectator parking is available during the event; use the Nishihara and Yonabaru Marine Park parking areas.
By bus: Route 89, the Itoman Line jointly operated by Okinawa Bus and Ryukyu Bus
- Departures from Naha Bus Terminal
- 6:44 a.m., 6:57 a.m., 7:14 a.m., 7:29 a.m.
- Arrivals at Nishizaki Iriguchi
- 7:07 a.m., 7:24 a.m., 7:40 a.m., 7:56 a.m.
- Okinawa Bus / 098-861-0385
- Ryukyu Bus / 098-863-2821
By taxi: About 30 minutes and JPY 1,500 from Naha Bus Terminal to Nishizaki Sports Park, or about 25 minutes and JPY 1,200 from Naha Airport
- Date and time
Mar 19, 2017 (Sun)
- Location
Nishizaki Sports Park, Nishizakicho 3-chome, Itoman, Okinawa MAP
- Contact
098-963-8213
- Official website
http://www.i-sam.co.jp/nanbutrim/index.html