It's not just my bottle!
Five ways to enjoy the Shonan International Marathon.

The Shonan International Marathon is one of the most popular marathons among citizen runners in Japan. The 19th Shonan International Marathon was held on December 1, 2024. The Shonan International Marathon was launched as the world's first "My Bottle, My Cup" marathon, in which runners carry their own bottles and cups, and the event also serves as an opportunity to raise environmental awareness. Here are some tips on how to enjoy the event more deeply from the perspective of a handsome member of the Hui-Nam Running Club, who has been participating in this event every year!

Photo_Kanta Nakamura
Text_Issey Enomoto
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3. you can cheer while enjoying the view of Shonan at a seaside café!

The North Face will be a special sponsor of the Shonan International Marathon from 2022. The North Face will be a special sponsor of the Shonan International Marathon starting in 2022. In addition to promoting various initiatives such as the elimination of disposable cups at water stations, the installation of collection boxes for used shoes and clothing, and the Clean Start Plan, stores selling products and a café area "TNF CAFE" café area.

TNF CAFE" has a great location with the ocean right in front of it. The scale of the café has been expanded since last year to provide more space for people to relax.