About the Race
This race is held in the northern part of the Daisetsuzan mountain range, between the Kamikawa and Abashiri regions of Hokkaido. The town of Engaru is a little far away, about 1 to 2 hours by car from major cities, and the Shirataki area where the tournament headquarters is located is even farther from the center of Engaru town. The race is held in a place that is not easy to get to, but there are definitely experiences that can only be had in such a remote place.
In the Daisetsuzan Trail Journey, even the starting point is far from the city, but as you make your way along the trail, the signs of human life become even fainter. You are led along single-track trails that wind through the virgin forest, and even when you reach a clearing, it is not a place for humans, but an extraordinary natural environment. At the top of the steep mountain trail, the panoramic view stretches as far as the eye can see (hopefully on a beautiful day!), and you will realize that you can get to a place like this on your own two feet, and you will feel the animal strength that remains in your body.
This course includes a beautiful mountain ridge that is a special protected area of the Daisetsuzan National Park, and you will pass through the Hirayama Mountain Trail and the challenging mountains of Ariake and Tengu Dake on your way there.
The steps you take to progress there on your own, and then to overcome the difficult spots and return again, are truly a journey.
This is the only mountain trail running event held in the Daisetsuzan mountain range, which is representative of Hokkaido, and it is a competition where you can experience the great nature of Hokkaido in a remote and secluded area.
We look forward to your participation!
Daisetsuzan Trail Journey Race Office
Hiroshi MAEDA（Representative of Trail Scene LLC）
Event Overview
Name of the tournament
Daisetsuzan Trail Journey 2025
Schedule
Sunday, July 20, 2025
4:00AM start of 60km solo/pair relay
7:00AM start of 40km solo/pair
9:00AM start of 15km
6:00PM goal time limit (40km/60km)
*The start times for the 40km and 15km courses have been changed on 1/14/2025. Please take note.
*The event will still take place in the event of rain, but the organizers may change the route or cancel the event to keep you safe.
Location
Shirataki area of Engaru town
Kita Daisetsu mountain range
(Hokkaido prefecture, Japan)
race category
60km course (solo / pair relay)
distance: 59.3km / elevation gain: about 3185ｍ / trail rate 91.7%
start: Kita-Taisetsu Skiing Ground
finish: Kita-Taisetsu Skiing Ground
time limit：14hrs (4:00 – 18:00)
number of aid stations: 4
number of perticipants: 200(solo) / 20pairs(pair relay)
ITRA point: 3 (only for solo perticipants)
40km course (solo / pair)
distance: 39.9km / elevation gain: about 2090ｍ / trail rate 90.5%
start: Kita-Taisetsu Skiing Ground
finish: Kita-Taisetsu Skiing Ground
time limit：11hrs (7:00 – 18:00)
number of aid stations: 3
number of perticipants: 200(solo) / 50pairs(pair)
ITRA point: 2 (solo / pair)
※ The pair finishers will also be eligible for ITRA 2 points.
15km course
distance: 14.3km / elevation gain: about 361ｍ / trail rate 65.7%
start: Kita-Taisetsu Skiing Ground
finish: Kita-Taisetsu Skiing Ground
time limit：3hrs – (9:00 – 12:00)
number of aid stations: 0
number of perticipants: 100
ITRA point: –
racer qualification
60km / 40km
- Must be at least 18 years of age on the day of the race.
- Must be confident that you can complete the entire course within the time limit without getting lost (The entire course is marked with trail markers to prevent getting lost, but not all of them are manned by guides. Participants must understand that it is their responsibility to understand the course map distributed in advance and to check the markings while running.)
- Participants must understand that traffic and communication conditions on the course are extremely poor and must be able to prepare appropriate equipment and take appropriate action on their own responsibility in response to any problems that may arise during the race (altitude, weather, mental, physical).
- Participants must be fully aware that the race will take place in a natural environment within a national park where valuable flora and fauna can be seen, and they must fully understand the race rules to minimize environmental impact and management that takes into account users other than event participants.
60km
- While previous completion of other trail races is not a requirement, it is preferable that you have experience completing trail races of 30km or more or road races of 40km or more.
40km
- While previous completion of other trail races is not a requirement, it is preferable that you have experience completing trail races of 20km or more or road races of 30km or more.
15km
- Must be in junior high school or older on the day of the tournament
- It is preferable to have experience running more than 10 km continuously.
Awards
60km/40km/15km The top 5 men and top 5 women will be awarded.
Entry Period / Entry Fee
For people living in Japan
- Early entry Period
from January 7, 2025 to March 31, 2025 - Regular entry Period
from April 1, 2025 to June 20, 2025
deadline June 20th, 2025 (Fri)
| category | 60km solo | 60km pair relay | 40km solo | 40km pair | 15km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recruitment numbers | 200 | 20 pairs | 200 | 50 pairs | 100 |
| Entry fee（early） | 15000 yen | 16000 yen (8000 yen/person) | 12000 yen | 24000 yen (12000 yen/person) | 6500 yen |
| Entry fee（regular） | 17000 yen | 18000 yen (9000円/person) | 14000 yen | 28000 yen (14000 yen/person) | 7500 yen |
- Note 1: For the 60 km pair relay and 40 km pair, you must select the category when you enter and enter the information for both people.
- Note 2: Once the payment procedure is complete, you cannot cancel your application, change the event, or return the participation fee associated with these. Please understand.
For people outside Japan
- Early entry Period
from February 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025 - Regular entry Period
from April 1, 2025 to June 20, 2025
(The prices are as of January 1st)
| category | 60km solo | 60km pair relay | 40km solo | 40km pair | 15km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry fee（early） | 200 USD | 260 USD (130 USD/person) | 170 USD | 340 USD (170 USD/person) | 70 USD |
| Entry fee（regular） | 230 USD | 300 USD (150 USD/person) | 200 USD | 400 USD (200 USD/person) | 80 USD |
Organizer
Daisetsuzan Trail Journey steering committee
Cooperation
SportsDepo(Asahikawa Nagayama Store), Asahikawa Medical Univ., Higashikawa Language School, Hokuto Professional Training College
Support
Asahikawa city, Engaru town
General Producer
Hiroshi MAEDA (Trail Scene LLC)
Race Office
Hiroshi MAEDA (Representative of Trail Scene LLC)
〒078-8235 4-3-2 Toyooka 5-jo, Asahikawa, Hokkaido, Japan
email: info@daisetsu-tj.com
tel: 090-6697-9761