Katsuta Marathon

Hitachinaka, Japan · January 31, 2027

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Cool start, slight wind chill

Runners will face a cool temperature trend, starting at 45°F and finishing at 47°F. With a northwest wind reaching 15 mph, it may feel colder, especially at the start. Adjusting pace for the wind and staying warm during the pre-race wait is advisable.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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About the Katsuta Marathon

The Katsuta Marathon runs each January through Hitachinaka City and neighboring Tokai Village on Japan's Ibaraki coast. The Japan Association of Athletics Federations-certified course starts near Omotecho Shopping Street and finishes at Ishikawa Sports Plaza. Toshinori Watanabe holds the men's course record at 2:11:17, and Kiyoko Shimahara holds the women's record at 2:28:17. Results from the race count toward the Abbott World Marathon Majors Age Group World Rankings.

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Race weekend

Sunday, January 31

11:10 AM10km (Men) (6.2 mi)11:40 AM10km (Women) (6.2 mi)

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Katsuta Marathon FAQ

When is the 2027 Katsuta Marathon?

The 2027 Katsuta Marathon will be held on Sunday January 31, 2027.

Is the Katsuta Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Katsuta Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Katsuta Marathon?

The time limit for the Katsuta Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Katsuta Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 49°F and a low of 42°F with a 10% chance of rain.

What is the weather usually like for the Katsuta Marathon?

Over the 4 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2023 to 2026), it averaged 41°F at the start and 48°F by a typical finish. It has not rained during race hours in any of those years.

What was the hottest Katsuta Marathon?

Of the 4 years on record, 2025 was the warmest, reaching 51°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2023, at 35°F.

What was the windiest Katsuta Marathon?

Of the 4 years on record, 2025 was the windiest, with wind averaging 15 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2024, at 4 mph.

Katsuta Marathon weather history

Based on 4 years of data

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Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Katsuta Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2026	39°/44°	-	9°
2025 Katsuta Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2025	46°/51°	-	24°
2024 Katsuta Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	43°/50°	-	26°
2023 Katsuta Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	35°/46°	-	16°

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