Entry
How to Enter from Overseas
International runners can register online through Run Japan — the English and Chinese entry platform operated by R-bies Co., Ltd., the company behind RUNNET.
A free Run Japan account is required before you can enter. Follow the four steps below.
Register on Run Japan
- 1Create a free Run Japan account (each runner needs their own account).
- 2Log in to Run Japan.
- 3Open the TAROBO 379 CHALLENGE 2026 race page.
- 4Click "Entry", choose your category, and pay by credit card or PayPal.
Two categories are open on Run Japan: General Challenge (recreational) and General Athlete (competitive). ¥3,500 each, for men and women aged 16–59. Entry closes on August 31, 2026 at 23:59 Japan time — or earlier, as soon as the limited overseas allocation is filled.
If you land on a login screen, you are not signed in yet. Create your free account first, then return to the race page.
Other Categories & Questions
Categories such as Team, Dog Pair and General Triple are not available on Run Japan. For these, or if you cannot complete your registration, please contact us by email. We will respond in English or Chinese.
TAROBO CHALLENGE Executive Committee
information@step-out.jp
Please include your name, nationality, and preferred category in your email.
Entry Fees
- ・ Elementary / Junior High: ¥2,500 (~USD 17)
- ・ General: ¥3,500 (~USD 24)
- ・ General Triple (3 runs): ¥8,000 (~USD 55)
- ・ Team (5 persons): ¥15,000 / team (~USD 100)
- ・ Dog Pair: ¥5,000 / pair (~USD 34)
Entry fees include sports insurance. Payment details will be provided upon registration. Prices shown in JPY (approx. USD 17–100 depending on category). Entry fees are non-refundable.
Race Categories
12 categories from elementary school students to seniors, plus team and dog-pair categories.