Tokyo Marathon 2027 Lottery Opens with 10% Acceptance Rate — image accompanying Marathon Handbook's report. Image accompanying Marathon Handbook’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
The 2027 Tokyo Marathon general-entry lottery opened on Aug. 14 and closes Aug. 28. Only 10% of applicants will win a spot. Results are posted Sept. 18, with entry fees due by Sept. 30.
The race expanded to 40,000 runners, its largest field. The acceptance rate has tightened as Tokyo became a Six Star Major. First-time international applicants face the toughest odds. Read more culture coverage.
Applicants must prove fast times with certificates. Charity donations and tour packages offer alternative entry paths. Those missing the lottery can try again next year. Related: Prague Half-Marathon to Use Lottery for 2027 Race Entries.
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What should runners know about Tokyo Marathon 2027 Lottery Opens with 10% Acceptance Rate?
The 2027 Tokyo Marathon lottery is open, with only 10% acceptance for general entry. The 2027 Tokyo Marathon general-entry lottery opened on Aug. 14 and closes Aug. 28. Only 10% of applicants will win a spot. Results are posted Sept. 18, with entry fees due by Sept. 30.
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Runner World published this brief on August 16, 2026. The underlying Marathon Handbook report was dated August 14, 2026.
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