Feel the thrill of the Paralympics once more! Race through the
excitement again!
TOKYO 2020 PARALYMPIC HALF MARATHON COURSE
21.1km
Experience a half-marathon distance cycling route along the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Marathon course.The starting point is the National Stadium. Ride past Kagurazakashita, Tokyo Dome, and the Marunouchi business district, and head to the finish line while enjoying the history of Sakuradamon Gate, the tranquility of the Imperial Palace, and the bustle of Nihonbashi. Why not ride through the ever-changing landscapes and streets of Tokyo, offering a variety of scenic contrasts, and experience the charm of this city where history and modernity intersect?
Points of Interest around the Course
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
An oasis in Tokyo
This was the site of a samurai house during the Edo period. It was opened to the public in 1949 as a national park. It is a popular resting spot for people who want to enjoy nature in the heart of the city.
Marunouchi buildings
The buildings in Marunouchi, which lie between the Imperial Palace and Tokyo Station, show Tokyo's super city aspects. Numerous restaurants offering international cuisine, stores filled with top fashion brands, and more keep visitors entertained.
Sakurada-mon Gate
The Sakurada-mon Gate was the stage for a major turning point in Japanese history (the Sakuradamon Incident) and was built as one of the gates in Edo Castle's inner moat. It has been designated as one of the country's Important Cultural Properties.
Kagurazaka
Kagurazaka is a sophisticated neighborhood that retains the atmosphere of a traditional geisha district. With its cobblestone alleys and slopes, and the presence of many French restaurants and a French language school, it's often called "Little Paris." The area is dotted with traditional restaurants, kimono shops, and Michelin-starred restaurants, offering a delightful mix of old and new.
Tokyo Daijingu Shrine
Tokyo Daijingu Shrine, known as "Tokyo's Ise Shrine," is famous for its matchmaking benefits. Many people, especially young women, visit the shrine to pray for success in love. It's conveniently located within walking distance from Iidabashi Station.
Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens
Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens, built in 1629 by Tokugawa Yorifusa, the first lord of the Mito Domain, and completed by his successor Mitsukuni, is one of the oldest remaining daimyo gardens in Tokyo.
Hie-jinja Shrine
Hie-jinja Shrine, located in Nagatacho in the heart of Tokyo, is known for its serene atmosphere that makes you forget the hustle and bustle of the city. The beautiful red torii gate is particularly impressive. It's also popular with foreign tourists who collect goshuin (shrine seals).
Yushima-Seido（The Mausoleum of Confucius at Yushima）
Yushima Seido, an important site in the history of Japanese education, was built in 1690 by Tokugawa Tsunayoshi as a Confucian temple and later became a government academy. Rebuilt after the Great Kanto Earthquake, it features beautiful Chinese-style architecture.
Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower, a symbol of Japan located in Shiba Park, Minato-ku, Tokyo, was completed in 1958. With a height of 333 meters, it surpasses the Eiffel Tower by 13 meters. While serving as a communications tower, it's also a popular tourist attraction.
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TOKYO 2020 PARALYMPIC HALF MARATHON COURSE
21.1km
57min
107m
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Starting point access information
Here's Google Maps.
Skip Google Maps.Japan National Stadium
- Location
- 10-1 Kasumigaoka-machi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
- Access
- 5-minute walk from JR Chuo-Sobu Line "Sendagaya Station" / "Shinanomachi Station"; 1-minute walk from Toei Oedo Line "Kokuritsu-Kyogijo Station" (Exit A2); 9-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Line "Gaienmae Station" (Exit 3)
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Bicycle share service
Bicycle share service
docomo bike share
※The above information explains some of the services.
※The above information is as of January 2025.
