This week with TTR: Happy 2025!

Hi friends,

And happy 2025!

We're starting the new year at full speed, with the next two weekends already planned out with beautiful winter destinations like Nokogiri-yama, Nikko and the usual local runs around Tokyo. And more will be announced soon!

In the meantime, we're planning the last details of our New Year Party, with 60 of you already confirmed coming. Can't wait!

Keep following our newsletter and our Facebook page for more announcements and updates.

Start	Takahatafudo station - Saturday the 11 from 09.00
End	Tamasakai station - ~11.30
Beginners run	16 km +403m ~2.5h
Contact	https://m.me/aran4649

日本語は以下

Let's enjoy beautiful local trails, leading to a huge (and cheap!) onsen! We will start in Takahatafudo station at 09.00 and end in Tamasakai station around 11.30. This Beginners course is 16km long, with an elevation gain of 403 m, and is open to 30 participants.

Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1HxJtL-ctcNRRlVX21oEkZyhPamoQzow"

💧 Bring at least 1 liter of water (there are vending machines along the way).
🎒 The start and finish stations are separate, so please carry all your luggage with you.
♨ If you wish, you can use a nearby hot spring after the finish.

美しい地元の小道と大きな（そして安い！）温泉を楽しく走ってみませんか？ Takahatafudo駅を09.00に出発し、Tamasakai駅11.30頃にゴールを目指します。 全長16km、標高差403mのBeginnersコースで30人の方にもご参加いただけます。

地図: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1HxJtL-ctcNRRlVX21oEkZyhPamoQzow

💧 水を最低1リットルは持って来て下さい(途中に自販機もあります)。
🎒 スタートとゴールは別の駅なので荷物は全部持って移動して下さい。
♨ 希望者はゴール後近くの温泉を利用できます何人か行くと思います。

Start	Hamakanaya station - Sunday the 12th of January from 10.15
End	Hamakanaya station - ~14.15
Intermediate run	10 km +600+m ~4h
Contact	https://m.me/yoshimasa.suzukicowboy

日本語は英語の後です。

*Max 20 people
** See safety info below

Nokogiri Yama is one of the most interesting tourist areas near Tokyo. Ocean views, Daibutsu (the largest stone figure of Buddha in Japan), and low mountains for trail running fun.

The course is open to any fit runner who has run a TTR event over 10K. Other runners please ask. The course is not that difficult really by TTR standards, and will likely be about 10K distances but the elevation gain is more than 600m because we will start going up from almost the sea level.

You can come to Hamakanaya station by train, or ferry from Kurihama port, though the boat ride is more interesting! In case of train, there is a train starting at 8:55 am from Tokyo station to Kisarazu (木更津) then change trains at Kisarazu to Hamakanaya station. (1,980 yen / one way).

You can also take a ferry starting at 9:25 from Kurihama Port and arriving at Kanaya Port at 10:05. (800-900 yen / one way)

Don't forget to bring 700 yen to enter NIHON-JI (temple) and if interested , you can finish your run with a local Onsen and some local sashimi or sushi.

** Be aware that 2K of the trail at the beginning is very rough and officially "closed". This is from typhoon damage a few years ago. It is not really dangerous, but requires a lot of scrambling over dead trees. It's possible to get scratched or cut. Consider wearing gloves for extra protection. This section is pretty wild.

ー日本語ー

10:15に浜金谷駅に集まってください。行き方のおすすめは久里浜港(京急久里浜駅or JR久里浜駅から2km) 9:25 発のフェリーに乗れば、10:05に金谷港に到着します。金谷港から浜金谷駅までは徒歩で5〜10分です。フェリーは片道800-900円です。天気によってはフェリー欠航の可能性もあるので、事前確認をお願いします。

コースは約10km、獲得標高600mの初中級レベルです。沢沿いのトレイルを通り尾根まで登ります。尾根からは天気が良ければ富士山や太平洋が一望できます。途中日本寺に寄り、石大仏や地獄のぞきを見て楽しみましょう。拝観料700円かかるので小銭の準備をお願いします。そのほか、石切場跡も通るので、見所満載のコースです。

街まで下ったら、希望者は温泉や海鮮料理を楽しんでから帰宅しましょう！

Start	Nikko station - Saturday the 18th from 09.45
End	Nikko station - ~14.00
Beginners run	17 km +938m ~2.5h
Contact	https://m.me/Robert.Self.UltraJapan

*Maximum 15 runners

*Do not worry if you arrive at Nikko Station. Just walk to Tobu Nikko Station, which takes about 5-10 minutes. We will wait for you if you arrive a few minutes late

** This run can be combined with next day's run in Okunikko. If you do so, please purchase your train tickets and overnight hotel reservations in advance.

**** This is an elementary level run, but we strongly recommend bringing the right clothes and gear. It will be very cold.

The run starts from Tobu Nikko Station (not JR Nikko Station but you can easily walk there) and takes us about 13K up Mt. Nakimushi then to historical Toshogu Shrine. Generally there is snow on the course, so winter gear and running crampons are highly recommended. That being said, snow conditions and cold are not nearly as severe as on the Sunday run in Okunikko. Snow conditions vary from "heavy" to "not much" year by year, so no guarantees. If you have snow or hiking poles, these can be useful.

Runners can add as much running and sightseeing as they want around the downtown, so 15K is likely.

Highlights of the course include the Ganman Pools, the Daiya River, and LOTS OF HISTORY in the town. The maximum elevation is 1,100 meters.

There are sometimes some delays at Toshogu Shrine, and you may be required to pay 800 JPY or so for a ticket to enter. But the run and photos afterwards are highly recommended! Please have the money ready and enter with the group so as to not inconvenience other runners.

自然と歴史を楽しく走ってみませんか？ Nikko駅を09.45に出発し、Nikko駅14.00頃にゴールを目指します。 全長17km、標高差938mのBeginnersコースで15人の方にもご参加いただけます。

👟 トレイルランニングシューズ必須。
💧 水を最低1リットルは持って来て下さい(途中に自販機もあります)。
🎒 スタートとゴールは別の駅なので荷物は全部持って移動して下さい。
♨ 希望者はゴール後近くの温泉を利用できます何人か行くと思います。
⚠ コース上のハイカーを驚かせないよう、そのまま走り抜けず止まって挨拶して抜きましょう。他のトレイルランナーにも挨拶しましょう。
🧤❄️ 防寒着必須

Start	竜頭の滝 bus station - Saturday the 19th from 10.45
End	Nikko station - ~14.30
Intermediate run	13 km +500m ~3.5h
Contact	https://m.me/Robert.Self.UltraJapan

• Can be combined with the Saturday run for a 2-day stay in the Nikko area.

** Distance is only 12K or so, but pre-Intermediate and up level, since conditions can be very cold and unstable. Running in snow is a lot more strenuous than a normal trail.

*** Maximum of 20 people and you must have crampons and full winter running gear since temperatures will likely be between -1 and -15.

**** We will run this course again in February or March.

Meet at 竜頭の滝 bus stop (Ryuzu Falls Bus Stop). The buses from Tobu Nikko Station run frequently along this course, though one good option is to stay at Yumoto Onsen or other hotel near Lake Chusenji the night before if you want to make it a weekend (TTR will also run in Nikko the day before on Saturday: check "Events").

For runners coming from Tokyo in the morning, there is a convenient bus that leaves from Tobu Nikko Station. You will need to catch the bus towards Yumoto Onsen, getting off at Ryuzu Falls. DO NOT WORRY. Other TTR members and/or admins can help you. The transfer is actually very easy.

The final course distance on the day will depend on weather and snow conditions (deep or not deep). At the time of this writing, the snow makes for a lovely run and is not that deep! We hope to run 13K, though admins may change that for safety. We will avoid any risky bits, which we have already scouted.

Required gear includes:

Crampons (spikes or chains)
Gaiters to prevent snow in your shoes
Warm socks (long, not short)
Very warm technical gloves
Neck warmer
Knit hat (face cover can be a good option too)
Fleece
Shell jacket
Several layers for legs
A change of socks
Some light foods
At least 500 ml of water (the only hanbaiki at the beginning is frequently out of order)

Optional:
Hiking / snow poles

雪を楽しく走ってみませんか？ 竜頭の滝駅を10.45に出発し、Nikko駅14.30頃にゴールを目指します。 全長13km、標高差500mのIntermediateコースで20人の方にもご参加いただけます。

👟 トレイルランニングシューズ必須。
💧 水を最低1リットルは持って来て下さい(途中に自販機もあります)。
🎒 スタートとゴールは別の駅なので荷物は全部持って移動して下さい。
♨ 希望者はゴール後近くの温泉を利用できます何人か行くと思います。
⚠ コース上のハイカーを驚かせないよう、そのまま走り抜けず止まって挨拶して抜きましょう。他のトレイルランナーにも挨拶しましょう。
🧤❄️ 防寒着必須

Start	Isehara Station station - Monday the 24th of January from 18.45
Contact	https://m.me/martin.shock.54

‼️ Important Changes ‼️
Max 60 People

We are excited to share the final details for the TTR New Year Party on January 24. This time, food and drinks will be provided by the restaurant (it will no longer be a potluck-style event).

Please confirm your attendance ASAP, as the venue will be exclusive to TTR and will fill up fast. The maximum capacity is 60 people. To join us, please check the details section and click the “Going” button to RSVP. If you can no longer attend, kindly uncheck the “Going” button.

We look forward to seeing you at our first social event since COVID and reconnecting for a wonderful time with all of you, even outside the trails!

About the venue. It’s reminiscent of a traditional UK street pub in Tokyo. Although fancy dress is not required, don’t let that stop you from wearing a hat, scarf, etc., and getting into the spirit of the occasion ( I will be⚡️)!💂🇬🇧💂‍♀️🇬🇧🧙‍♂️

Date: Friday, January 24, 2025
Time: 19:30-21:30 (Venue opens at 19:00)
Restaurant Name: British Restaurant CLASH
Address: Sunwood Meguro 2F, 1-3-28 Shimomeguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo (3 minutes walk from the west exit of Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line)
Set Price: JPY 5,500, including salad, nachos, fish & chips, sausages, etc., plus all-you-can-drink for 2 hours (GUINNESS beer, wine, whisky, soft drinks, cocktails, etc.). If you order outside of this time or menu, you must pay extra. The restaurant cannot accommodate any vegetarian options, so please inform TTR admins if you have any dietary requirements.

Feel free to let me know if you have any questions.