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Ome Marathon
Courses: Japan Tobacco Ome Office - turn (Kawai for 30-km course/Hinatawada for 10-km course) - goal (Ome City Sogo Taiikukan (gym))
The Ome Marathon is one of the major citizen marathon races in Japan. Marking its 41st year, the race expects participants from all over the country, including world-class top athletes, high school students whose goal is to run in the London Olympic games, and senior veteran runners in their seventies. The race is divided into two categories; 10-kilometer course and 30-kilometer course. Groups of local people wearing unique costumes and using fun noisemakers give a warm cheer to the runners along with other watchers, creating a bond between the competitors and the spectators. After watching the race, enjoy the evening scene from the top of Mt. Mitake. The panoramic night view of central Tokyo including high-rise buildings in Shinjuku and Tokyo Tower is especially beautiful in this season when the air is clean and clear.
