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Koshu Fruit Marathon

On the Koshu Fruit Marathon course, it is possible to enjoy panoramic views of the Minami Alps mountain range from the Kofu Basin. After passing by grape fields, the course ascends Daibosatsutoge Pass where there is an elevation difference of 1,200 m. The 4th marathon was held in October 2013, and about 350 runners ran the entire course to the end at Koshuji Road.

Key point

This is the top of a grape field viewed from the Fruit Line road. This is a sight unique to Yamanashi, the kingdom of fruits.

Strategy

After the starting point, a flat road continues for a while. At the beginning, avoid going too fast and try to save your energy. On the Fruit Line road, it is possible to run comfortably while taking in unobstructed views to the left. After the course turns right from the Fruit Line, a slope begins, and there is a mountain road after the steep slope up to Unpo-ji Temple. The road becomes narrow and there are many curves, so be careful of oncoming traffic while running here.

Course guide

The front of Lodge Chobe on Kamihikawatoge Pass, which has an elevation of 1,600 m, is the finish line. From the parking lot here, it is possible to look out at the surrounding mountains.

Depart from the front of Koshu City Katsunuma Elementary School. (Photo shows course during race.)

The course runs on a farm road through grape fields. Mountains will be visible on the right, and Katsunuma-Budokyo Station will come into view on the left.

The course then goes straight on the Fruit Line road and passes by the Ito-zakura Cherry Tree at the famous Jiun-ji Temple. When the course proceeds on a road over a mountain pass, the views get better, but the slope also becomes steeper. (Photo shows course during race.)

The course starts up a mountain road to Daibosatsutoge Pass. (Photo shows course during race.)

The front of Lodge Chobe on Kamihikawatoge Pass, which has an elevation of 1,600 m, is the finish line. From the parking lot here, it is possible to look out at the surrounding mountains.

Depart from the front of Koshu City Katsunuma Elementary School. (Photo shows course during race.)

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Course information

Difficulty level Elevation difference 1,200m
Travel distance 23km Gradient

Access

Start Front of Koshu City Katsunuma Elementary School
Finish Front of Kamihikawa Toge Lodge Chobe
Access by car From Tokyo
Chuo Expressway Hachioji Interchange -> Chuo Expressway Katsunuma Interchange, from here drive of 10 minutes

From Nagoya
Tomei Expressway Nagoya Interchange -> Chuo Expressway Komaki Junction -> Chuo Expressway Katsunuma Interchange, from here drive of 10 minutes
Access by train JR Chuo Main Line Katsunuma-Budokyo Station, from here walk of about 30 minutes

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