Use of Traffic Mirrors - Also almost every bend on the narrow part of the course had a large circular mirror. Runners could see any oncoming traffic in the mirror, and they could be seen by any cars. There are two drinks available at the Refreshment Stations. From this information it should be possible to compare both Energen and Pocari Sweat with any locally available electrolytic drink. Jan Vandendriessche, one of the international runners, found both drinks pleasant to drink.
Sponges are available floating in water in large blue tubs.
Sponges are available every 10km approximately until 79.2km. From 79.2km they are available every 5km. This is when the course becomes more exposed, and runners will be more affected by heat. See chart for fuller details of the refreshment stations which had the various foods this year. The finish is at old grounds of the Nakamura Prefectural High School.