Application Guidelines | Runner Information | Kobe Marathon 2020

Event Name	KOBE MARATHON 2020
Organizers	Hyogo Prefectural Government Kobe City Hyogo Prefectural Board of Education Kobe City Board of Education Hyogo Athletics Association
Co-organizers	The Kobe Shimbun / The Asahi Shimbun Company
Planning and Administration	Kobe Marathon Executive Committee
Managing Organization	Hyogo Athletics Association
Supporting Organizations (Planned)	Japan Association of Athletics Federations Hyogo Amateur Sports Association Kobe City Education and Sports Association/etc.
Special Sponsor	Sysmex Corporation
Sponsors (Planned)	The Minato Bank, Ltd. SHIROYAMA Co., Ltd. Sanyo Electric Railway Co., Ltd. ASICS Corporation Meiji Co., Ltd. Yamazaki Baking Co., Ltd. Rokko Butter Co., Ltd. Kobe New Transit Co., Ltd. The Dai-Ichi Life Insurance Company, Limited, TOA Corporation Rock Field Co., Ltd. Hyogo Consumer Cooperative PhotoCreate Co., Ltd. KINKI NIPPON TOURIST KANSAI CO., LTD. SUMITOMO RUBBER INDUSTRIES, LTD. Tominaga Boeki Kaisha, Ltd. Kanetetsu Delica Foods Inc. R-bies, INC. Fujicco Co., Ltd. Kobe Toyopet Corporation Daiwa House Group NISHINIHON KOKUBO CO., LTD MCC FOOD PRODUCTS CO.,LTD.
Event	Marathon (42.195 km)
Date & Time	Sunday, November 15, 2020 Start at 9:00 am ～ Finish at 4:00 pm *Wave starts will be set and announced at a later date. Wave 1 starts at 9:00 am Wave 2 starts at 9:15 am
Course	Start: Kobe City Municipal Office Turning point: West side of Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge (Nishi-Maiko, Tarumi Ward) Finish: Port Island (near Shimin Hiroba) (Course to be certified by the Japan Association of Athletics Federations, World Athletics and the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS))

Checkpoint Location/Distance/Closing Time
No.	Checkpoint Location	Distance(km)	Closing Time
1	Otabi Park	3.8	10:00
2	Tenjinbashi-higashizume	9.0	10:44
3	Sumaura-koen Station	11.3	11:03
4	Maiko Park	17.3	11:57
5	Maiko Station	20.3	12:20
6	Tarumi Sewage Treatment Plant	23.4	12:49
7	Sumaura-koen Station	26.8	13:19
8	Suma Kaihin Park	29.1	13:42
9	Wadamisaki Station	34.1	14:31
10	Minato Elementary School	36.8	15:00
11	Port Island West Ramp	41.0	15:46

Starting order	To ensure a smooth and safe start, standby blocks will be set at the start according to the time declared by the entrant at the time of application. Records (time, event name, year) may be checked by the Kobe Marathon Committee and should therefore be declared accurately. You may be required to submit record certificates if necessary. False declarations will not be recognized.
Competition Rules	The competition rules are in accordance with the 2020 regulations of World Athletics (WA), the Japan Association of Athletics Federations and those of this event. Because this is a silver label race certified by WA, WA Label Road Race regulations also apply. Doping tests will be carried out under WA regulations.
Qualifications	Athletes born on or before April 1, 2002 Runners (including those from Japan and abroad recommended by the organizers) should be capable of completing the race within 6 hours and 30 minutes. Clothing or fancy dress that violates public order or morals or is inappropriate for a sports event will not be allowed. Above event is limited to non-wheelchair users. Disabled entrants (those holding a disability card) who cannot run solo are permitted one accompanying runner (but not a seeing eye dog).

Starting order

To ensure a smooth and safe start, standby blocks will be set at the start according to the time declared by the entrant at the time of application. Records (time, event name, year) may be checked by the Kobe Marathon Committee and should therefore be declared accurately.

You may be required to submit record certificates if necessary.
False declarations will not be recognized.

Competition Rules

The competition rules are in accordance with the 2020 regulations of World Athletics (WA), the Japan Association of Athletics Federations and those of this event.
Because this is a silver label race certified by WA, WA Label Road Race regulations also apply. Doping tests will be carried out under WA regulations.

Qualifications

Athletes born on or before April 1, 2002

Runners (including those from Japan and abroad recommended by the organizers) should be capable of completing the race within 6 hours and 30 minutes.
Clothing or fancy dress that violates public order or morals or is inappropriate for a sports event will not be allowed.
Above event is limited to non-wheelchair users. Disabled entrants (those holding a disability card) who cannot run solo are permitted one accompanying runner (but not a seeing eye dog).

神戸マラソンにおける英語、中国語（繁体字、簡体字）、韓国語でのエントリーは、（株）JTB西日本が所有および運営するウェブサイト『JTBスポーツステーション』からエントリーしていただくことになります。

Entries to the Kobe Marathon in English, Chinese (Traditional and Simplified) and Korean should use the website JTB Sports Station, owned and operated by JTB Western Japan Corp.

神戸マラソンにおける英語、中国語（繁体字、簡体字）、韓国語でのエントリーは、日本国内の＜外国籍の方＞、および海外在住の＜外国籍の方あるいは日本国籍の方＞専用のエントリーとなります。
＜日本国内に居住の日本国籍の方＞は、対象ではありません。
＜日本国内に居住の日本国籍の方＞がエントリーしてもエントリーは無効となります。
入金を済まされていた場合でも、返金には一切応じることができませんので、ご注意ください。
＜日本国内に居住の日本国籍の方＞は、神戸マラソン日本語エントリー（RUNNET）よりエントリーしていただきますよう、お願い申し上げます。

Entries in English, Chinese (Traditional and Simplified) and Korean to the Kobe Marathon are limited to entries for foreign nationals in Japan and foreign nationals or Japanese nationals resident overseas.

This site is not for Japanese nationals residing in Japan. Any entry attempted by a Japanese national residing in Japan on this site will be invalid. Please note that if payment has been made for a Japanese national residing in Japan, no refund can be provided. Japanese nationals residing in Japan are asked to use the Kobe Marathon Japanese-language entry site (RUNNET).

【注意】ＪTBスポーツステーションからのエントリーについて
		国籍
		海外国籍（日本以外の国籍）の方	日本国籍の方
居住地	海外（日本国外）	○　可能	○　可能
居住地	日本国内	○　可能	×　無効 →神戸マラソンの大会ホームページ日本語版（Runnet）からエントリーしてください。（誤って、日本人が応募・入金された場合は無効となり、参加料等の返金は一切できません。）

Note: Entry from the JTB Sports Station site
		Nationality
		Foreign (non-Japanese) nationals	Japanese nationals
Place of residence	Overseas (outside Japan)	〇 Yes	〇 Yes
Place of residence	Japan	〇 Yes	× Invalid →Please enter through the Kobe Marathon website, Japanese-language version (Runnet). If a Japanese national residing in Japan inadvertently applies through the site for foreign nationals and makes payment, that entry will be invalid and no entry or other fees can be refunded.)

Type of Entry / Category / Maximum Number of Entrants / Time Limits / Entry Fee
Type of Entry	Category	Maximum Number of Entrants	Time Limits	Entry Fee
Individual Entry	General	2,000	7 hours ※1 ※2	¥18,800 (Entry fee includes an administration fee and ¥200 donation to charity) ※3

Time limits are based on the first signal gun time.
Cut-off times are set at each checkpoint due to the limited duration of traffic control, security, and event operation. The cut-off times will be announced when the wave start details are decided. Those entrants who reach checkpoints after time limits should stop the race. Checkpoints may be set up at any time during the race.
Charity proceeds will be utilized by the Kobe Marathon Friendship Bank

Entry will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Entry will be through the JTB Sports Station site, and will be confirmed upon confirmation of payment of the entry fee. Please note that no refund can be made once payment procedure has been completed. (An exception will be made for foreign nationals in Japan who miss out on selection in the lottery.)
Please check your input carefully as no changes to name or runner information can be accepted after entry is confirmed. An exception will be made for reasonable cause such as marriage or change of address.
Please note that once entry is confirmed, changes of entrants cannot be permitted.

Entry Application

How to apply
Please apply online at http://kobe-marathon.net/2020/english/ But first, you must register as a member at the JTB Sports Station. You must agree to the terms of use of the JTB Sports Station membership and complete membership registration there before you can enter.
Period
From 12:00 p.m. April 2 (Thursday) to 11:59 p.m. July 31, 2020 (Friday) (*Japan Standard Time)
First-come, first-served basis
Entry fee payment
After completing your application at the JTB Sports Station site, you must confirm that entry fee payment has been completed according to the instructions.
Even if you have completed your application, if payment of the entry fee is not received by the designated due date, your participation will not be confirmed and your application will be invalidated.
Determining who will participate
Entry will be confirmed upon completion of payment of the entry fee.
Please note that entry applications will be closed when the maximum allowable number of entrants is reached.
Cautions
Disabled applicants (holders of disability cards) should complete the required parts of the application.

Check-in

Check-in Dates & Times:
Friday, November 13, 2020: 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm (planned as latest time for admission)
Saturday, November 14, 2020: Time: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm (planned as latest time for admission)
Location:
Expo Venue, Kobe International Exhibition Hall
- Note that check-in will be closed on the actual marathon day (November 15). Entrants may not check in outside the times stated above.
- Escort runners should also check in at the above times.
- At the time of check-in, the entrant's identity will be confirmed (the entrant must present in person).
- Check-in will be refused if the entrant fails to show identification documents.
- Those with disabilities must bring their disability card.

Awards

Overall:
Awards will be presented to the top 8 men and the top 8 women runners.
Kobe Marathon Japan Top 8:
Top 8 men and top 8 women runners resident in Japan (nationality irrelevant).
By Age Group:
Awards will be presented to the top 8 men and the top 8 women runners for each five-year age group.
Excluding the Overall and Kobe Marathon Japan Top 8 award recipients
Kobe Marathon Consecutive Winner:
Awards will be presented to the runners who have received an award for 3 consecutive years since Kobe Marathon 2018.
Awards can be from any of the award categories “Overall,” “Kobe Marathon Japan Top 8” and “By Age Group.”
Kobe Marathon last spurt challenge:
Awards will be presented to the man and woman whose record of 7.195km from 35km point to the finish point is the fastest among Japan top 8 runners in Kobe Marathon 2020.
Certificates will be mailed at a later date.

Certificate of Completion

Those who finish will be issued with a Certificate of Completion.

In addition to the marathon, 25km and 30km records are also recognized. However, this applies only to those who finish.

Doping Control

Doping testing will be conducted in accordance with the anti-doping regulations of WA and Japan Anti-Doping Agency. The organizers will take urine and/or blood for this testing before (or after) the race. Qualified personnel will conduct the tests according to instructions. Non JAAF-registered athletes must also comply with this regulation. Please bring a copy of your passport with a clear facial photo. A copy of your passport will be required if you are requested to take the doping test.

TUE Applications

Runners who must use, for the treatment of an illness, a prohibited substance or method listed under the Prohibited List International Standard must apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE).
For details, please visit the Japan Association of Athletics Federation (JAAF) website: http://www.jaaf.or.jp/medical/index.html (Japanese only), or the Japan Anti-Doping Agency (JADA) website: http://www.playtruejapan.org (Japanese only).

To all minor athletes who will be participating in the Kobe Marathon

Acquisition of doping testing consent form from parents of athletes who are minors

In accordance with a revision to WADA, the international standards and JADA, effective January 1, 2015, when a minor athlete (under 20 years old) participates in a competition it is necessary to obtain a signed consent form for doping control testing from the athlete’s parental authorities.

Minors participating in this race must carefully read the consent form, bring the original signed and stamped copy to the race and carry it with them. The consent form can also be downloaded from:
http://www.jaaf.or.jp/pdf/doisho.pdf (Japanese only)
If a minor athlete is selected for a doping control test, the original form will be submitted to the testing laboratory by the NFR (national federation representative). It is only necessary to submit an original consent form once as a minor. If an athlete is selected for a doping control test for a second time as a minor after having previously submitted a consent form, inform the NFR that an original form has already been submitted. If a doping control test is performed at the race venue without submission of an original consent form, an original consent form must be submitted to the JAAF office within 7 days after the testing.

Miscellaneous

Entry fees will not be refunded in the event the Kobe Marathon is cancelled or reduced in scope due to reasons beyond the control of the organizers (some type of warning, earthquake, wind or flood damage, snowfall, incident, accident, disease, etc.).
Participants should take every consideration in respect of their physical condition, including training sufficiently for the event and undergoing prior medical checkups.
Any personal baggage entrusted by runners to the organizers will be transported by the organizers from the start to the finish point.
The organizers take no responsibility for any delays due to public transportation or road conditions on the day of the event.
It is not permitted to wear or display any advertising such as designs or trademarks denoting company or product names, etc., at the venue (including on the course).
Drones or similar unmanned aerial vehicles other than those used by the organizers may not be taken into, operated, or flown at the event.
Consignment sales of photos, etc., may be permitted with the approval of the organizers.
This is an Abbott World Marathon Majors (AbbotWMM) (third) Wanda Age Group World Rankings event.
Entry fee and other receipts
For credit card payments: No receipts will be issued. Please use the statement or invoice issued by your credit card company.
This event shall be implemented in compliance with all the relevant laws and regulations of Japan.
For any event-related matters not mentioned above, please follow the organizers’ instructions.

Personal Information

The organizers acknowledge the importance of personal information and will comply with laws and regulations relating to the protection of personal information, General Date Protection Regulation; GDPR and will handle personal information based on the organizers’ personal information protection policy.
This information will be used for such purposes as drawings, entry information, notices of records achieved, notification of related information, provision of services from Kobe Marathon sponsors, supporters, co-organizers and related organizations, first-aid treatment and coordination with medical institutions and for the announcement of records (including rankings) with the aim of improving service to entrants in this event.
Within the scope of the operation of this event, personal information may also be provided to related business entities (including World Marathon Majors LLC, located in the United States and operating the Abbott World Marathon Majors, and the Tokyo Marathon Foundation).

Note that the organizers or the Kobe Marathon Runner Call Center may use your personal information to contact you and confirm information related to your application.

Participation Prizes

Participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt as a prize for participating. Please enter a size, referring to the size chart below.

Men’s(Unit: cm)
Size	S	M	L	XL	2XL
Height (approx.)	165	170	175	180	185
Chest measurement (approx.)	88	92	96	100	104

Women’s(Unit: cm)
Size	S	M	L	XL
Height (approx.)	155	160	165	170
Chest measurement (approx.)	80	83	86	89

If no T-shirt size is specified at application, both men and women will receive the M-size.
Men may not select a woman’s T-shirt and women may not select a man’s T-shirt.
Please note that women’s T-shirts are rather tight. Please take care when selecting your size.
Please note that circumstances may prevent some applicants getting the size they want.
T-shirt sizes may not be changed after you have registered.

Entry Fee and Administration Fee

Application method	Payment procedure	Entry fee (including admin. fee)	Application for charity goods ※1	Total
Internet (JTB Sports Station)	Credit card	¥18,800	No charity goods Additional charge: None	¥18,800
			1) With charity number card Additional charge: ¥1,000	¥19,800
			2) With charity number card and original item Additional charge: ¥3,000	¥21,800

The information on the charity number card may not be accepted if the organizers deem that a company name, product name, or similar is unsuitable.

Entry fee revision

Given the increase in security and other personnel costs, the Kobe Marathon is revising its entry fee so that the organizers can continue to stage a safe and secure event. Thank you for your understanding.