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- Race name
- FUKUOKA MARATHON 2016
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- Organizers
- Fukuoka City, Itoshima City, Fukuoka Amateur Athletic Association
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- Planning/administration
- Fukuoka Marathon Executive Committee
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- Managing organization
- Fukuoka Amateur Athletic Association
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- Operational support
- Fukuoka City Athletic Association
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- Date and time
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November 13, 2016 (Sun) *Races will take place rain or shine.
- 8:15 – Wheelchair race starts
- 8:20 – Marathon/Fun run starts
- 15:20 – Marathon finishes
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- Rules
- All races are administered in accordance with the 2016 Rules of the Japan Association of Athletics Federations (JAAF) and the regulations for this competition.
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- Courses
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- （1）Marathon
- Start: Tenjin area (Tenjin Intersection, Watanabe-dori), Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City
Finish: Itoshima City Koryu Plaza Shima-kan (Former Shima Public Building, Itoshima City Hall)
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- （2）Wheelchair race and fun run
- Start: Tenjin area (Tenjin Intersection, Watanabe-dori), Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City
Finish: Fukuoka City Museum area
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- Events, number of entrants, time limits and entry fees
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Event Category No. of entrants Time limit Fee Marathon
（42.195km）Registered athletes General Individuals
Group entry11,000
※1 ※27 hours Domestic: ¥10,800 Overseas: ¥12,960 Wheelchair race
（5.2km）High school and above Individuals 20
※230 minutes ¥3,240 Junior high school ¥2,160 Fun run
（5.2km）High school and above Individuals 2,000
※265 minutes ¥3,240 Junior high school ¥2,160 ※1)2,000 local advance applications (residents of Fukuoka City or Itoshima City) and 200 overseas advance applications for the marathon will be taken in advance of standard applications.
※2)100 advance applications for Fukuoka Sports Support Runners will be taken in advance of standard applications.
- (1)The fun run is not a competitive event but is meant for the enjoyment of entrants. Entrants in this event will not have their times recorded or receive awards. Also, the start line for the fun run will be set behind the last blocks for the marathon.
- (2)Time limits are based on gun time.
- (3)Duplicate applications cannot be made for individual entry and group entry.
- (4)Applications for group entry can only be made online.
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- Start line
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- （1）In order to ensure a safe and smooth start to the marathon, standby blocks will be set according to the times athletes declare when registering irrespective of whether they are registered with JAAF.
- （2）The start line for the fun run will be set behind the last blocks for the marathon.
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- Award for participation
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T-shirt
T-shirt size chart
Size SS S M L O XO Height (approx.) 160cm 165cm 170cm 175cm 180cm 185cm Chest size (approx.) 84cm 88cm 92cm 96cm 100cm 104cm (JASPO standards) * Entrants who fail to specify a t-shirt size in their application will be assigned an S size if female and M size if male.
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- Qualifications
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- （1）Marathon:
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Athletes born on or before April 1, 1998 (excluding high school students)
i) Registered athletes: Athletes registered with JAAF as of fiscal 2016
ii) General: Those not registered with JAAF
Categories i) and ii) are both open to men and women capable of completing the race within 6 hours 45 minutes including athletes from Japan and overseas who have been recommended by Fukuoka Marathon.
- （2）Wheelchair race:
- Open to men and women of junior high school age and above (excluding non-handicapped persons) capable of completing a race within 30 minutes in a racing wheelchair (in accordance with the Rules of the Japan Para Athletics).
- （3）Fun run:
- Open to men and women of junior high school age and above capable of completing a race within 50 minutes.
- ※Entrants in the marathon and fun run who have disabilities and who find it difficult to run unaided can be accompanied by an escort or guide runner (blind dogs not permitted).
- ※Entrants are not allowed to participate in the marathon or fun run in a wheelchair.
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- Checkpoints
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- （1）Multiple checkpoints are set throughout the course due to limitations in traffic control, security concerns and event operation. Entrants who fail to pass a checkpoint before the cut-off time will be disqualified. Entrants will be directed to board a rescue vehicle by a member of staff in the event of disqualification.
- （2）The organizers may disqualify entrants even before the cut-off time if the organizers deem that the entrants cannot pass a checkpoint before the cut-off time, or that they cannot continue the race.
Marathon
Place Distance Cut-off Time 1 Momochi Central Park 5.3km 9:25 2 Before Odo Nishi intersection 9.9km 10:09 3 After Imajuku Station intersection 14.3km 10:52 4 Ito Campus, Kyushu University 19.8km 11:44 5 Imazu Sports Park 24.8km 12:32 6 Kitazaki Elementary School 29.8km 13:20 7 Showa Bus Nishinoura Depot 32.9km 13:50 8 Before Imuta intersection 36.9km 14:28 9 Before Yoshida three-way-forked road 40.1km 14:59 - Finish 42.195km 15:20 Wheelchair race
Place Distance Cut-off Time 1 After Welfare Center intersection 0.86km 8:20 - Finish 5.2km 8:45 Fun run
Place Distance Cut-off Time - Finish 5.2km 9:25
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- Application periods
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- （1）Internet: Before Yoshida three-way-forked road April 18th (Mon) 10:00 am – May 23rd (Fri) 5:00 pm, 2016
- （2）Designated money transfer form: April 18th (Mon) – May 16th (Mon), 2016 (as indicated by the postmark on the envelope)
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- Application (individuals)
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- （1）Method: Internet or designated money transfer form
※Applicants for individual entry are not eligible to make duplicate applications for group entry. - （2）Selection: Entrants will be selected by drawing lots if applications exceed capacity.
- （3）Payment: Successful applicants are required to transfer the entry fee by the stipulated date.
- （1）Method: Internet or designated money transfer form
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- Application (groups)
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- （1）Method: Internet only (applications cannot be made through the designated money transfer form
※Applicants for group entry are not eligible to make duplicate applications for individual entry.
※A single group can consist of 2 – 10 members. - （2）Selection: Entrants will be selected by drawing lots if applications exceed capacity.
- （3）Payment: Successful applicants are required to transfer the entry fee by the stipulated date.
- （1）Method: Internet only (applications cannot be made through the designated money transfer form
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- Check-in
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- Time and date:
- 10 am – 8 pm, November 11 (Fri) – 12 (Sat), 2016
- ※Check-in will be closed on the day of the marathon (November 13).
- Venue:
- Fureai Park (western side of Fukuoka City Hall)
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- Awards
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- （1）Marathon (overall): 1st – 8th place for both men and women separately
- （2）Marathon (by age group): 1st – 3rd place for both men and women separately (24 years and under, 25 – 29 years (divided into 5-year age groups up until 74 years), 75 years and above)
- （3）Wheelchair race: 1st – 3rd place for men and women separately
- ※There is no award ceremony for (2). Certificates will be sent to winners at a later date.
- ※There are no awards for the fun run.
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- Handling of personal information
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The organizers are aware of the importance of personal information, and will handle all personal information based on policies on protecting personal information drawn up by the organizers in adherence to the Act on the Protection of Personal Information and other related laws.
Personal information is used for the purpose of improving services for marathon entrants, such as the provision of race guides, notifications of records, notification of related information, provision of services from marathon sponsors, supporters and related organizations, the publication of records (rankings etc.), and surveys.
※In some cases, the organizers or Fukuoka Marathon Entry Center will contact applicants to confirm their application details.
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- Other
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- （1）Entry fees/processing fees will not be refunded if the event is cancelled due to reasons beyond the control of the organizers, such as earthquakes, wind or flood damage, storms, snowfall, unforeseen occurrences, mishaps, epidemics, or other similar cases.
- （2）Entrants are expected to train sufficiently, undergo a medical checkup, and otherwise be fully prepared for the event. It is your responsibility to check your health condition before participation
- （3）The organizers will provide only first-aid treatment for accidents or injuries during the race and will compensate for them, if any, within the coverage of the insurance for which they have contracted. The organizers are not held liable for any further medical care or compensation.
- （4）During the event (including on the course), entrants are prohibited from wearing or displaying logos or trademarks representing a company or product name for the purpose of advertising.
- （5）The organizers will transport entrants' baggage from start to finish locations. Please note that this service covers only items that fit in the hand luggage bag provided during check-in. Please be aware that traffic conditions may delay the arrival of baggage.
- （6）Parking is not available at the venue, so please use public transportation. The organizers will not be responsible for entrants arriving late due to public transport or road traffic conditions on the day of the marathon.
- （7）In the event of an emergency during the marathon, such as an accident or fire, emergency vehicles may be given access to anywhere along the course. In such cases, races will be temporarily halted on the instructions of staff.
- （8）For organizational and promotional purposes, the organizers or approved third parties may publish video footage, photographs, articles or personal records of the marathon through media including promotional materials such as marathon programs and posters, as well as television, radio, newspapers, magazines, and the internet.
- （9）For event-related matters not covered above, please follow the instructions of the organizers.
- （10）Guidelines are subject to change. Announcements will be posted on the Fukuoka Marathon website.
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- Rules concerning fancy dress
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The following rules concerning fancy dress are designed to ensure that everyone connected with FUKUOKA MARATHON, not only runners but also spectators and volunteers, can participate in a fun and safe environment. Before applying to compete in events, please make sure that you read and agree to abide by the following rules.
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■Entrants competing in the registered athletes category are not permitted to run in fancy dress.
・Please apply for the general category if you wish to run in fancy dress.
・Note that registered athletes who run in the general category will not be eligible to have their times officially recorded. - ■Those competing in events other than those in the registered category are not permitted to wear fancy dress costumes of a kind that are unsuitable for sporting events, such as those that contravene laws or go against public order and standards of decency, or those that compromise the safety or comfort of other runners and spectators.
(Examples of prohibited fancy dress costumes)-
Costumes with the potential to injure other runners or that pose a risk to the health of the runner in question. Also, the wearing of items that cannot be easily removed.
E.g. Masks covering the entire face, character costumes covering the whole body E.g. Costumes in which the runner is naked, in underwear or in a similar state E.g. Clogs or sandals, long wedding dresses or kimonos -
Carrying or wearing long or large objects that take up space, or other sharp or pointy objects.
E.g. Blades or rod-shaped objects, banner flags E.g. Wearing gigantic objects E.g. Wearing things with a pointy tip, such as suits of armor or helmets -
Running while using musical instruments that make a loud noise or emit light, fireworks etc.
E.g. Playing audio devices or instruments such as whistles or guitars E.g. Using devices such as cameras that emit a strong flash -
Running in costumes intended to promote political or religious organizations or soliciting for donations or signatures, or running in costumes intended to promote the sale of products.
E.g. Wearing sashes or items of clothing printed with the names of political parties or religious names E.g. Wearing items displaying content that promotes specific products -
Entrants are prohibited from inviting non-entrants or pets onto the course to run with them. Entrants are also not allowed to run with baby strollers.
E.g. Running while carrying children or pushing a baby stroller E.g. Inviting family, friends or acquaintances who are not entrants onto the course to run together
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■Entrants competing in the registered athletes category are not permitted to run in fancy dress.
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- Please use a shuttle bus.
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There is a distance of around 3.5 km from the finish location to JR Chikuzen-Maebaru Station. Shuttle buses will be availble to transport entrants from the finish location on the day.
- ①Free shuttle bus
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Finish location → JR Chikuzen-Maebaru Station
※The parking lot is located at Itoshima City Hall (a 6-minute walk from the station).
(For supporters)
JR Chikuzen-Maebaru Station → Finish location
※The parking lot is located at Itoshima Agricultural High School (a 12-minute walk from the station).
- ②Paid-for shuttle bus Advance reservation required
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Finish location → Tenjin/Hakata Station
※Passengers on this service can travel seated all the way to Tenjin/Hakata Station.
- ・Parking is not available at the venue. Please refrain from coming to the venue in a private vehicle or chartered bus.
- ・Further details will be provided on the Marathon website at a later date.
Application inquiries
Fukuoka Marathon 2016 Overseas Entry Help Desk
JTB SPORTS STATION
TEL:81-6-6252-4009
Email:jtbss@west.jtb.jp
Office hours 09:30-17:30(GMT+9) weekdays ONLY