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The 13th SoToCCHi 45k is a 46.6km trail run in the Chichibu region of Japan, unified from the former 50km and 45km races. The course starts at Yorii Town Hall and finishes at New Sunpia Saitama Ogose, crossing 18 passes with 2800m elevation gain. 66% off-road, it offers a demanding yet rewarding experience.
Yorii Town Hall start
Mt. Kanekidoyama
Tsukizaka Pass
Mt. Ohira
Habara Pass
Busan Shrine
Chichibu Highland Ranch
Sadamine Pass
Shiraishi Pass
Ono Pass
Imomori Pass
18 passes total
New Sunpia Saitama Ogose finish
Uehira Pass
Sengen Pass
Saikami Pass
Kamabuse Pass
Gumino-ki Pass
Nihongi Pass
Kayu Shinden Pass
Kyusadamine Pass
Takashino Pass
Nanamagari Pass
Karibasaka Pass
Buna Pass
Qualification
Start / Finish
Yorii Town Hall (1 min walk from Yorii Station North Exit)
New Sunpia Saitama Ogose
Terrain
Getting There
What to bring
Bib number
Headlamp
Mobile phone (registered at entry)
Spare batteries (for headlamp and phone)
Event course map (paper or digital)
Personal cup (no paper cups provided)
Small change (for emergency transport)
Beverage (1L minimum)
Food/energy supplies
Emergency blanket (200cm x 130cm min)
Rain jacket and pants (Gore-Tex or equivalent waterproof breathable)
First aid kit (bandages, tape, antiseptic)
Health insurance card or copy
Backpack with two shoulder straps (no single-strap bags)
What you get
Finisher certificate
Chip timing
Finisher bath ticket (Ume no Yu)
Local snack
Web certificate
On the day
First aid on course
Before you enter
Other questions
See kit requirements section. Notably: headlamp, mobile phone, emergency blanket, rain gear, personal cup, and first aid kit.
Yes, at Sadamine Pass aid station, your headlamp will be checked. Non-compliance results in disqualification.
No, bear bells are prohibited as the course passes near residential areas.
Yorii, Japan
Sunday, November 29, 2026
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€60
entry fee