Virtual Runners, Take Note: Fifth Challenge of Global Run Series Now open with Tokyo Marathon Entry on the Line
The fifth challenge in the RUN as ONE - GLOBAL Virtual Run Series 2025/2026 is officially open for registration, offering participants a chance to earn a coveted guaranteed entry to the 2027 Tokyo Marathon. Runners can log kilometers between September 20th and September 28th, 2025 (JST), completing a half marathon distance (21.0975km) through one or multiple segments.
This virtual race series, designed for both members and guests of the ONE TOKYO GLOBAL community, provides a unique pathway to participate in one of the world’s most prestigious marathons. Forty randomly selected finishers will win a non-complimentary entry to the 2027 Tokyo Marathon, while an additional 50 ONE TOKYO GLOBAL members who complete all ten events in the series will also be entered into a separate drawing for guaranteed entry. Registration is open from Noon on September 5th (Fri) until 5 p.m. on September 15th (Mon), 2025 (JST).
Event Details:
Entry Period: September 5th (Noon) – september 15th (5 p.m.), 2025 (JST)
Event Date: September 20th (7 a.m.) – September 28th (5 p.m.), 2025 (JST)
Distance: 21.0975km (Half Marathon)
Entry Fee: Free for ONE TOKYO GLOBAL Members; 1,500 yen (tax included) for Guests (credit card payment only)
Prizes: Guaranteed entry to the 2027 Tokyo Marathon (random drawing)
Upcoming Events in the Series:
6th: October 18th – October 26th, 2025
7th: November 15th – November 23rd, 2025
8th: December 13th – December 21st, 2025
9th: January 10th – January 18th, 2026
Final: March 21st – March 29th, 2026
Interested runners can find more data and register for the event at https://tmf-virtualrun.jp/en/event/0000000103. Further details on joining a virtual race are available at https://tmf-virtualrun.jp/en/howtojoin.
