Kochi Ryoma Marathon 2024 Event Details
１．Event Purpose
In this 10th anniversary event, we aim to emphasize the warmth, hospitality, andconnections among people, which are the strengths of our prefecture. We also strive
to create a more beloved event for the citizens of Kochi who support runners andcheer them on. Additionally, we aim to promote increased sports participation andcontribute to the energetic development of the prefecture through sports, thereby
fostering the promotion of sports, expansion of exchange, and regional revitalizationin Kochi Prefecture.
２．Event Name
Kochi Ryoma Marathon 2024
３．Organizers
Kochi Athletics Association (NPO), Kochi Prefecture, Kochi City, Nankoku City, Tosa
City, Nankoku City Board of Education, Tosa City Board of Education, Kochi
Newspaper, RKC Kochi Broadcasting, Kochi Newspaper Company
４．Supervisors
Kochi Ryoma Marathon Executive Committee
５．Date and Time
February 18, 2024 (Sunday) - The event will take place rain or shine.
(1) Full Marathon: Starts at 9:00 AM, Ends at 4:00 PM
Opening Ceremony: 8:45 AM [Starting Point: In front of Kochi Prefectural Office]Awards Ceremony: 1:00 PM [Finish Venue: Kochi Prefectural Haruno Sports Park
Athletic Field](2) Pair Relay: Starts at 9:00 AM, Ends at 4:00 PM
Opening Ceremony: 8:45 AM [Starting Point: In front of Kochi Prefectural Office][Relay Point: Prefectural Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Hall]
６．Collection of Participation Prizes
・February 17, 2024 (Saturday) 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Venue: Kochi Central Park (All Events)
・February 18, 2024 (Sunday) 6:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Venue（１） Josai Park (Full Marathon)（２） Kochi Prefectural Office（Pair Relay）
７．Events(1) Full Marathon (42.195 km)① Registered Division (Japan Association of Athletics Federations registeredathletes) Men and Women② General Division (non-registered athletes of the JAAF) Men and Women(2) Pair Relay (Approximately 43 km)
８．Courses(1) Full Marathon: JAAF official/WA certified Kochi Ryoma Marathon Course(2) Pair Relay: Kochi Ryoma Marathon special course
９．Competition Rules
Based on the 2024 Japan Association of Athletics Federations competition rules andthis event's regulations
１０．Time Limits(1) Full Marathon: 7 hours(2) Pair Relay: 7 hours※ Time limits are based on the signal gun.
※ Checkpoints will be set up for smooth general traffic and participant safety.
１１．Capacity:(1) Full Marathon: 12,000 people(2) Pair Relay: 300 teams
１２．Eligibility:(1) Full Marathon:①

Registered and unregistered members of the JAAF;②

18 years of age or older on the day of the event are eligible(However, high school seniors registered with the JAAF in 2023may participate)③

Expected to complete the race within the time limit;④

The same person who registered for the race;

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Are recommended or invited by the organizer of this event;⑥

However, wheelchair users are not allowed to participate due to the difficulty ofensuring safety on the running course.

(2) Pair Relay:① 18 years of age or older on the day of the event are eligible(However, high school seniors registered with the JAAF in 2023may participate)② Individuals expected to complete the race within the time limit③ The same person who registered for the race;④ Are recommended or invited by the organizer of this event;⑤ However, wheelchair users are not allowed to participate due to the difficulty ofensuring safety on the running course.
１３．Entry Fees:(1) Full Marathon: 13,000 yen(2) Pair Relay: 18,000 yen (per team)※ Entry fees include accident insurance premiums and more.
１４．Application Process:(1) Full Marathon: First-come, first-served basis (Online application)・Application Period: August 31, 2023(Thursday) - October 31, 2023(Tuesday)
・Capacity: 12,000 people(２) Pair Relay: First-come, first-served basis (Online application)・Application Period: August 31, 2023(Thursday) - October 31, 2023(Tuesday)
・Capacity: 300 teams※ Applications will be closed when the capacity is reached.