We’re happy to announce that WEST, a popular outdoor life store with multiple locations in Niigata Prefecture, will be joining us again this year!They’ll also be offering rental shoes, so it’s a great chance to try some out on the trail. 🈺 Booth Hours Sunday, June 15: 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM 🏃♂️Items Available Salomon trial […]
We’re excited to welcome back Parr Mark, a long-established outdoor gear shop from Nagaoka!They’ll be setting up a booth again this year — and even offering rental trail shoes, perfect for anyone thinking about trying out a new pair! 🈺 Booth Hours Saturday, June 14: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Sunday, June 15: 5:00 AM – […]
Hello, runners! The big day is almost here!So far, the weather forecast says sunny with some clouds and a high of 27°C. Let’s hope it stays that way! Now, here’s an important update from the race team:We are currently sending out race confirmation emails to all participants.You should receive your confirmation email by Monday, June […]
Hello everyone!This afternoon (April 18), the temperature suddenly shot up—it went over 25°C!After a few chilly days, this sudden warmth really caught us off guard. Spring in Japan can be quite unpredictable! That said, there’s still quite a bit of snow along the Echigo Country Trail course.In the photos below, the area outlined in blue […]
Hello there! Winter is in full swing across Japan, with a persistent west-to-east winter pressure pattern. The sunny skies on the Pacific side make me a bit envious! Meanwhile, here in Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture, the weather has been keeping us on our toes with a mix of “rain,” “sleet,” “snow,” and the occasional fleeting […]
