Information on participation / Preparation

Information on participation

The "Information on participation" contains important information from runner registration to the end of the event. Please use it as a guide for runners.

The "Meeting place map & running course" contains information on where to change clothes and where to leave your baggage on the race day.

The "Meeting place map & running course" will be distributed at the Osaka Marathon EXPO venue.

Preparation

Preparation ❶ Issuance of Athlete Bib Vouchers

An "Athlete Bib Voucher" is required to register runners at the Osaka Marathon EXPO. Please issue it by yourself in advance.

Athlete Bib Vouchers

For issuing the voucher, please access "My Page" in the email of "Osaka Marathon 2025 Runner Registration Information" or in the email of "RUNNET". For detailed instructions, please click on the below.

[ To who did not receive the e-mail or deleted it ]

Please access the authentication screen at the URL below and enter your registered e-mail address and date of birth to issue your Athlete Bib Voucher.

https://web.runpassport.jp/lang/en/?url=/helpdesk/15506/fcb57f961c5c4b3ad0f1eb864ee53436724c31df

Confirm the agreements and Health Checklist

In order to issue an Athlete Bib Voucher, you must agree to the Pledge and confirm the Health Checklist. The agreement and other documents must be completed during the issuance process, and the contents of the documents can be found on the below.(Reference document).

The pre-registration completion screen
(Example)

Preparation ❷ Identification document check

Identification documents must be presented at the runner registration desk.
Please check the list below and remember to bring this!

Documents requiring only one form for confirmation:
  • Passport
  • Resident Card
  • Personal Number Card (My Number Card)
  • Driver's License
  • Driving Record Certificate
  • Basic Resident Registration Card (with photo)
  • Special Permanent Resident Certificate
  • Physical Disability Certificate
  • Mental Disability Certificate
  • Rehabilitation Certificate

or

Documents requiring two forms (A + B) for confirmation:
A(With photo)
  • Certificate issued by a corporation (employee ID card, etc.)
  • student ID card
  • credit card
  • Taspo
B(Documents issued by public institutions)
  • Health insurance card
  • nursing care insurance card
  • national pension book
  • certificate of residence

Venue guide

Date and Time

February 22 (Sat)11:00-19:00 (Exhibition area closes at 19:30)

February 23 (Sun, holiday) 10:00-18:00 (Exhibition area closes at 18:30)

  • * There will be no registration on the day of the event.
  • * No registration will be accepted after the above time, even if public transportation is delayed. Please arrive well in advance.

Venue

INTEX OSAKA Hall 6, zoneB

Address 1-5-102 NANKO-Kita, Suminoe-KU, Osaka City
Access about 5minutes walk from "Nakafuto Station" on Osaka Metro New Tram,
about 8minutes walk from "Trade Center-mae Station" on Osaka Metro New Tram,
about 9minutes walk from "Cosmo square station" on Osaka Metro Chuo Line.

Registration flow

1Identification Counter

●ID Check(personal identification)

Go to the personal identification counter and present your smartphone screen or a pre-printed athlete bib exchange voucher and identification document.

●Pick up "Program of Osaka Marathon 2025" and "Meeting place map & running course"

2Athlete Bibs exchange

●Athlete Bibs exchange

Please pick up your athlete bibs, etc.

●Wearing security band

All runners are required to wear them

Only for Applicant

3Charity goods Pick up counter

●Charity Goods Pick up

Please pick up charity goods only if you have applied for them at the time of entry.

Only for eligible people

4General Information

●"Heart Supporter Badge" Picik Up

If you have taken a class of first aid, you will receive a "Heart Supporter Badge" in exchange for showing your certificate of attendance. Please wear the badge on your left chest on the race day.

Only for those who wish

5Cloakroom

●Checking in your suitcase

You can check-in your suitcases at the cloakroom. You can enjoy the EXPO venue with less luggage.

* 600 yen per suitcase. Payment is cashless only.

Attachment of Security Band

  • The color changes depending on the type of runner.
  • Please understand that as part of our security measures, you will be asked to wear the wristwatch when you register and to wear it until the race day.
◎Notes
  • *Identity verification will be required at registration, registration on behalf of the runner will not be accepted (power of attorney letters are also not accepted).
  • *Registration for the 720<Naniwa>Marathon (wheelchair) will be from 9:00-9:40 on the day of the race only. More details will be provided to participants separately.
  • *Those running with an escort runner due to a disability must bring one of the following documents with them to register: Physical Disability Certificate, Mental Disability Health and Welfare Certificate, or Rehabilitation Certificate. Escort runners should collect their escort bib numbers from the Help Desk.
  • *Registration receipts will not be issued at registration. Please use the statement or invoice issued by your credit card company as a receipt.

Access

Estimated travel time to Cosmo Square Station by train

There is no parking available, so please use public transportation.