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The Bando City Masakado Half Marathon takes place in Bando, a city in Ibaraki Prefecture on Japan's Kanto Plain, and offers a full slate of road distances alongside its headline half marathon. Runners can choose between 21.10km, 10km, 5km, 3km and 1.50km, so the day suits everyone from first-timers to experienced half marathoners. The event is held on a single day in early November, when autumn colours are at their best in this part of Japan and temperatures are generally mild for running.
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The race is scheduled for Sunday 8 November 2026. It is a single-day event, with all distances run on the same morning.
The races are run on roads around Bando city. The terrain in this part of Ibaraki is largely flat, which tends to produce quick times, though the exact route is confirmed by the organiser closer to race day.
Early November in Ibaraki is typically mild and dry, with autumn colours on the trees. Morning temperatures often sit in the low teens Celsius, which is comfortable for running, but bring a layer for before and after the race.
Yes. Road races in Japanese cities are generally easy to watch from the roadside, and the shorter distances in particular are convenient for friends and family to follow.
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Check the race's registration page for pricing.Bando, Japan
Sunday, November 8, 2026
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