One status in trail running is to complete a 100-mile race. In terms of distance, this is approximately 160 kilometers. Depending on the race, the time limit is around 45 hours, and the average citizen runner will spend almost two days and nights to reach the goal.
Putting aside such an extraordinary race, a race focusing on one mile, or one-hundredth of a mile, will be produced by "Nike.
The race was titled "GINZA MILE. The stage was set on a special course on the Tokyo Expressway (KK line ), which was once used as an expressway, with three events on standby: 1-mile certified (elite/semi-elite/general/junior high and high school students), 1-mile general, and mixed relay.
People of all levels, from top athletes to junior high and high school students, and even citizen runners, compete on the same course. Moreover, since the event is officially recognized by the JAAF, you can witness the seriousness of the elite athletes as they try to earn points toward the world championships.
The date and time is Saturday, June 20, and entry is free. By the way, the first application period ends on Friday, May 22! Why not take this opportunity to participate in this new style of urban sports yourself?
GINZA MILE
Date: June 20, 2026 (Saturday) 11:00-20:00 *We will hold the event rain or shine.
Location of reception on the day: Nishi-Ginza entrance of former Tokyo Expressway (KK line) 1-2-2 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
【 Discipline/Division]
1 mile certified (elite/semi-elite/general/junior high and high school students) *Athletes registered with the JAAF in 2026 are eligible.
1 mile General
Relay (Mixed)
How to apply
You can apply for the event at this URL. Advance registration is required for viewing and cheering.
https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp/event/t/105221
5/8-5/22 First application period
*Secondary recruitment may be conducted for some disciplines.
*This event is open to runners who are middle school age and older, (, born on or after April 2, 2011, ), and able to complete one mile.
*Only one 1-mile race may be entered per person; entries for both the 1-mile race (1 event ) and the relay are allowed.
Sponsored by 【]
One Mile Race Association, Inc.
【 Main pipe]
Tokyo Athletic Association
