Earn your first UTMB Running Stone in the forests above Japan's ancient spa town
Other trail races within 141 miles
The 20K introduces trail runners to the Kaga mountains with a 20.7km point-to-point course starting from Kenmin no Mori (the Prefectural Forest Park) and finishing at the historic Yamanaka-za theater. A free shuttle carries runners from Yamanaka Onsen to the forest park start. Despite the modest distance, the 649m of elevation gain and Japan's June conditions make it a legitimate trail challenge and an excellent gateway to the UTMB World Series — earning 1 Running Stone toward UTMB qualifying.
Suitable for first-timers
Kaga, Ishikawa, JapanJune 19, 2027
Kaga Spa Trail Endurance 20K is a point-to-point trail race in Kaga, Ishikawa, Japan, held on June 19, 2027. The course covers 20.7 km, climbs 649 m, and has a 6h cutoff.
| Location | km | Elevation | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|
Kenmin no Mori Start | 0.0 | 329 m | — |
Imadate AIOS Square Aid Station | 6.4 | 131 m | — |
Tonoo Aid Station | 13.6 | 80 m | 4h50m12:50 PM |
Yamanaka-za Finish | 20.8 | 103 m | 6h10m2:10 PM |
Aid station details for this race are still being filled in. Cutoffs and access rules come from the race’s own published information and can change — check the official race details before planning around them.
Sign in for race-day weather at every station, points of interest, segment-by-segment analysis, pacing, and to save this race to your calendar.
No on-site camping at the race venue. Yamanaka Onsen offers abundant ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) accommodation within walking distance of the finish at Yamanaka-za. Shuttle buses connect major onsen towns to the race venue.
No required gear specified
No recommended gear specified
No reviews for this event yet. Be the first to share your experience!
