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Mt. Rokko Cannonball Run 2026

Event Dates

October 24 (Sat) ? October 25 (Sun), 2026

Entry Period

July 1 (Wed), 2026, 6:00 AM ? October 12 (Mon), 2026

Entry Website: http://65cannonballrun.com

 

Important Notice

We have established clear guidelines regarding the positioning of aid stations.
Anyone wishing to operate an aid station is required to read this information carefully in advance.

New Updates

NOLANS Finish Location

The finish line for NOLANS will be Kominka Kotonoha, a traditional Japanese house in Myohoji.

Last time NOLANS was for women only, but from this year men and children (up to high school age) are also welcome.

Children's entry fee is 3,000 JPY, including lunch and a drink.

Rules

Anything without an engine is allowed.

Run, hike, MTB, horse, miniature pony, wingsuit, glider, skateboard… whatever you like. The first person to finish the Mt. Rokko Traverse wins.

  • Don't die.
  • Don't complain too much.
  • Don't leave any food or alcohol at aid stations.
  • Don't bother other people.
  • There are no course markings or course marshals. If you are likely to get lost, bring a map and/or GPS and be prepared to navigate on your own.
  • Participate at your own risk. You must be capable of avoiding risks and dealing with injuries or accidents by yourself.
  • If you are looking for a boyfriend or girlfriend, you are allowed to write "Looking!" on your bib with a marker.
  • By participating, you agree to the waiver and disclaimer.
  • There is no baggage storage. Carry all your belongings yourself.
  • Take all of your trash home.
  • Please bring your own cup.
  • Aid stations operate on a donation basis ("Tip Jar System").
  • Please participate in a cleanup activity after the race. It doesn't have to be on Mt. Rokko.
  • Do not climb Mt. Takatori. Follow the Cannonball Run original bypass route.
  • When passing hikers, uphill traffic has priority. Stop or slow down and give way.
  • On roads, do not spread out. Leave enough space for cars to pass.
  • The Takarazuka finish area closes at 7:00 PM.
  • For NIGHT SPEED participants, the finish time limit is 8:00 AM, when SPEED starts.
  • This is not an official cut-off, but please pass Garden Terrace by 4:00 PM on Sunday. After that, if you continue to Takarazuka, remove your bib and proceed as a regular hiker.
  • Children accompanying participants (up to high school age) can participate free of charge.

Race Categories

TRIAL

Date: October 25 (Sun)
Registration: 7:00 ? 7:40 AM at Sumaura Park (South Plaza of the ticket gate)
Start: 8:00 AM (Mass Start)
Distance: 25 km
Course: Sumaura Park → Kikuseidai
Entry Fee: 5,000 JPY (includes insurance)

SPEED

Date: October 25 (Sun)
Registration: 7:00 ? 7:40 AM at Sumaura Park
Start: 8:00 AM (Mass Start)
Distance: 50 km
Course: Sumaura Park → Takarazuka (Yumotodai Plaza)
Entry Fee: 5,000 JPY (includes insurance)

NIGHT SPEED

Date: October 24 (Sat)
Registration: 7:00 ? 7:40 PM at Takarazuka (Shiooji Temple Lower Plaza)
Start: 8:00 PM (Mass Start)
Distance: 50 km
Course: Takarazuka → Sumaura Park
Entry Fee: 5,000 JPY (includes insurance)

POWER

Date: October 24 (Sat)
Registration: 7:00 ? 7:40 PM at Takarazuka (Shiooji Temple Lower Plaza)
Start: 8:00 PM (Mass Start)
Distance: 100 km
Course: Takarazuka → Sumaura Park → Takarazuka
Entry Fee: 5,000 JPY (includes insurance)

BUDDY (Mixed Pair)

Date: October 24 (Sat)
Registration: 7:00 ? 7:40 PM at Takarazuka
Start: 8:00 PM (Mass Start)
Distance: 100 km
Course: Takarazuka → Sumaura Park → Takarazuka
Entry Fee: 10,000 JPY per pair (includes insurance)

TEAM (5 Members / At Least 2 Women)

Date: October 24 (Sat)
Registration: 7:00 ? 7:40 PM at Takarazuka
Start: 8:00 PM (Mass Start)
Distance: 100 km
Course: Takarazuka → Sumaura Park → Takarazuka
Entry Fee: 25,000 JPY per team (includes insurance)

RAINBOW (1.5 Round Trips)

Date: October 24 (Sat)
Start: Anytime you like
Registration: Complete by submitting the waiver online
Distance: 150 km
Course: Sumaura Park → Takarazuka → Sumaura Park → Takarazuka
Entry Fee: 5,000 JPY (includes insurance)

NOLANS (Walking Category)

Date: October 25 (Sun)
Registration: 7:00 ? 7:40 AM at Sumaura Park
Start: 8:00 AM (Mass Start)
Distance: 10 km
Course: Sumaura Park → Kominka Kotonoha (Myohoji)

Entry Fee

  • Adults: 5,000 JPY (includes lunch and insurance)
  • Children (up to high school age): 3,000 JPY (includes lunch and insurance)

Lunch
Shio Oden Set Meal with a drink.
Additional menu items are available at your own expense.

Runner & Course Guide Volunteers

We are looking for volunteers to help guide runners safely and smoothly.

Participants who volunteer before racing will receive a discounted entry fee of 3,000 JPY.

October 24 (Sat)

6:30 PM ? 7:30 PM

Guide runners from Takarazuka to the Shiooji Temple Lower Plaza.

If you are also racing, please start after your volunteer shift.

October 25 (Sun)

3:00 PM ? 7:00 PM

Guide runners from the Shiooji Temple Lower Plaza to the finish area.

? Small gifts for volunteers!

Volunteer Capacity: Approximately 10 people each day (registration closes when full).

 

※Please read the following, too.
Manners and Precautions・Registration
 

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