Ome Trail Run Event Guide - Samurai Sports

ome takamizusan trail run Greetings, runners! We’re less than four weeks from the Ome Takamizusan Trail Run - and we hope you're ready! Both the 15KM and 30KM events will take place on Sunday, the 1st of April.

There is a lot of important information enclosed, so we ask you to please review this document in its entirety well before the event.

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See you in Ome,

The Samurai Sports Team SAMURAI SPORTS +81 3 6432 0151 | [email protected] | www.samuraisports.org

race packets I wrote a Japanese address when I registered: You will receive your race packet via Japan Post. I wrote a foreign address (incl. FPO/APO/DPO) when I registered: You will pick up your race packet on the day of the event from Samurai Sports staff.

Race packets will be mailed out on March 12 via Japan Post. Your race packet will include a Japanese event guide, bib, and a single-use timing chip. If you have questions about your race packet or have not received your race packet by March 26, please email or call us.

course/elevation maps 15KM: https://goo.gl/uy83fg 30KM: https://goo.gl/oNv3Pf

hydration/aid stations 15KM (1) 7KM Kenji No Gakkou (賢治の学校): mandarin oranges and water

30KM (1) 20KM Shiraiwa Community Center (⽩岩⾃治会館): oranges, bananas, and water

Finish line will have oranges and water. *all nutrition subject to change; supplies are limited

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cut off times 30KM 4 hours 50 minutes. Must finish by 1450. Checkpoint 1 (10KM): By 1140 What if I don't make CP 1 in time? Return your timing chip to race staff at CP 1. They will draw an "X" on your bib and you will take off your bib. DO NOT throw away your bib as you will need it to receive your finisher entitlements and retrieve your belongings at bag check. Proceed back to the start/finish line. DO NOT attempt to complete the remainder of the 30KM route.

15KM No checkpoints No cut-off time.

30km runners The 30KM is an out and back. At the 15KM mark, you will see the Takamizusan Jyou Fukuin building. Go inside, ring the bell, say a prayer, and receive a lucky charm bell from race staff. The lucky charm serves as proof of your having reached the turn around point. You may not change from the 30KM to the 15KM event on the day of the event as this creates problems with the timing system.


schedule of events Sunday, April 1 0900 Opening ceremony * Please plan to arrive at venue by 0845 0920 Warm-ups 1000 30KM starts 1030 15KM starts 1330 Awards Ceremony (overall men/women only)

things to bring Mandatory gloves at least 500ml of hydration proof of health insurance your bib and timing chip

Recommended trail running shoes sunglasses hat sunscreen

An Important Note Gloves and hydration are mandatory. Those not wearing gloves or carrying hydration will be given a 10 minute penalty to their finishing time and their event photos will not be posted online.


bag check There will be a free bag check area from 0830 to 1400. You will need your bib to retrieve your belongings. Leave your diamonds and wads of cash at home! Do not carry or deposit valuables.

awards Awards will be given on the spot to the overall Top 6 Men/Women for each distance. Age Group awards (top 3 men/women in each AG, excluding overall winners) will be awarded via postal mail.

finisher entitlements Finishers will receive compression calf sleeves after completing the race.

results & photos Results and photos will be posted on the KFC Triathlon website (http://www.kfctriathlon.com/html/event_trail.html). Use the password "takamizu2018" to access the photos. You will also receive a reminder email from Samurai Sports regarding event results and photos.


inclement weather Information regarding inclement weather, delays, or event cancellation will be posted in the early morning on the day of the event. Please check both the KFC Triathlon website (http://www.kfctriathlon.com/html/event_trail.html) and the Samurai Sports Facebook (@samuraisportsjapan) for relevant announcements. There will be no refunds if the race is cancelled due to extreme weather conditions, natural disasters or force majeure situations.

trail etiquette Headphones and mobile devices are permitted on the course during the run, provided they do not distract you from your surroundings and are not a nuisance to others. Trekking/hiking/trail running poles are not permitted. Beginners and those seeking a less intense pace should start in the back of the pack. Be courteous to hikers and those sharing the trails. Thank them when they move to the side of the trail for you and try to let them know when you're coming up behind them. Do not litter. Hold on to your trash and throw it away at the aid stations. Stay on the trail and be vigilant of your surroundings! Take care not to trample plants and vegetation.


access Please only use public transportation From Shinagawa station Take the Yamanote line for Shibuya/Shinjuku (8 stops; about 21 min). Alight at Shinjuku, transfer to the Chuo line to Ome station (about 1 hour depending on train service). Exit and walk towards the mountains to the Nagayama athletic facilities (600 meters, about 10 minutes).

Personal Vehicles No parking available. They will tow vehicles at the owner's expense.

Address: Nagayama Kouen Sougou Undou Jyou, Honcho 217, Ome, Tokyo, 〒198-0083 Address in Japanese: 永⼭公園総合運動場, 東京都青梅市本町２１７〒198-0083

good to know 1,000 participants are expected in both the 30KM and 15KM events; we expect a total of 2,000 participants for the 2018 Ome Takamizusan Trail Run. Attach the timing chip securely to your shoes. You do not need to return the timing chip - it is disposable. The entire course will be marked and ready for recce runs one month before race day. All are welcome to trial the course route and is strongly recommended for beginners and first-timers. There will be a small expo with approximately 50 booths selling 80 brands of trail running gear. Those interested should bring cash. Looking for an onsen after the run? We recommend the Ume No Yu onsen near the north exit of Kabe station (2 stops from Ome station on the JR Ome line). On race day, there will be English-speaking staff in Samurai Sports shirts available to assist you (and other English speaking runners registered on their own). The Ome Takamizusan Trail Run will not be liable for any injuries or deaths that happen during the race. By participating in the Ome Takamizusan Trail Run, you agree to releasing your name and photos to be used for publicity and advertising purposes. For information about the race and event in Japanese, please visit the KFC Triathlon website (http://www.kfctriathlon.com/html/event_trail.html#2009_takamizu_trail)