November 9, 2014 (Sun) *Races will take place rain or shine.

• 8:18 – Wheelchair race starts
• 8:20 – Marathon/fun run starts
• 15:20 – Marathon finishes

All races are administered in accordance with the 2014 Rules of the Japan Association of Athletics Federations (JAAF) and the regulations for this competition.

• （1）Marathon
  Start: Tenjin area (Tenjin Intersection, Watanabe-dori), Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City
  Finish: Shima Public Building, Itoshima City Hall
  <Course certified by the Japan Association of Athletics Federations (application scheduled)>
• （2）Wheelchair race/fun run
  Start: Tenjin area (Tenjin Intersection, Watanabe-dori), Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City
  Finish: Momochi Central Park

• 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.
• The distance of the wheelchair race and the fun run is subject to change.
• Time limits are based on gun time.
• Duplicate applications cannot be made for individual entry and group entry.
• Applications for group entry can only be made online.

*Includes 1,000 local advance application places

• 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.
• Entrants may be disqualified if they lag behind too much or if the organizers deem that their progress will affect the removal of traffic regulations.

*Please see the Fukuoka Marathon website for the latest information on checkpoints and cut-off times.

• （1）Marathon
  Athletes born on or before April 1, 1996　(excluding high school students)
  i) Registered athletes: Athletes registered with JAAF as of fiscal 2014
  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 5 km　race within 30 minutes in a racing wheelchair (in accordance with the Rules of the Japan Association of Athletics Federations for the Disabled).
• （3）Fun run
  Open to men and women of junior high school age and above capable of completing a 5 km race within 50 minutes.
  *Entrants in the marathon and fun run who have disabilities (those in possession of a physical disability certificate, a rehabilitation certificate or a similar document certifying their disability status) and who find it difficult to run unaided can be accompanied by an escort (blind dogs not permitted).

T-shirt

T-shirt size chart

（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.

• （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. Those who do not declare a time will start from the blocks at the rear of the line.
• （2）The start line for the fun run will be set behind the last blocks for the marathon.

Entrants competing in the registered athletes section are not permitted to run in fancy dress.
All other entrants are permitted to wear fancy dress as long as their costume is suitable for a sporting event. Costumes that are offensive or pose a risk to other runners are not permitted.

Entrants are not allowed to run with baby strollers or pets.

Please be aware that entrants may be disqualified on the day at the discretion of the organizers if their costumes are deemed inappropriate.

A shuttle bus is scheduled to be made available to transport marathon entrants from the finish location to a nearby train station.
*Please see the Fukuoka Marathon website for the latest information on shuttle buses.

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.

• （1）Entry fees/processing fees will not be refunded if the event is cancelled due to reasons 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.
• （3）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.
• （4） 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.
• （5）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.
• （6）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.
• （7）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.
• （8）For event-related matters not covered above, please follow the instructions of the organizers.
• （9）Receipts for entry fees etc.
  • Payment via credit card
    Receipts will not be issued. Entrants are requested to use their credit card statement or bill in place of an official receipt.
  • Payment via designated money transfer form or at a convenience store
    Receipts will not be issued. Entrants are requested to use their note of transfer in place of an official receipt.

Fukuoka Marathon Entry Center
1-31-9 Haramachi, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-8532
TEL 0570-005-430（Hours: 10 am – 5 pm *Excluding weekends and national holidays）

• *1　When paying via the designated money transfer form, please ensure to pay onlythe ¥500 processing fee at the time of application.
  Once paid, no excess payments can be refunded.
• *2　 Amount for April 2014 onward. The amount is ¥120 if paying by the final day of March.
• *3　Amount for payments made at JP Bank/Post Office counters. The amount may differ if using an ATM. Please inquire at a JP Bank/Post Office counter for more details.
• *4　Amounts as of March 2014. Amounts are subject to change from April due to an increase in the consumption tax rate.