This week with TTR: So Many Events!

Hi friends,

We always do things at the last minute isn't it? Most of this past year, we often announced runs late in the week for that same weekend. Sorry for that! 😅

Mostly, it's down to the weather: even the most lovely peak in the sun will give you a miserable day under the rain. And from uncertain weather, uncertain plans.

Well, no more. The best running season has arrived, with crisp air and clear skies, and we're ready to make the most of it. And looking at the participation in the last few weeks, so do you 😄

So don't miss our string of Christmas-themed events in December and our New Year Get-Together in January. (And everything that will still pop up at the last minute in between. But we're trying!)

Let's run together sooon!

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

Start	Takaosanguchi station station - Sunday the 8th from 7.30
End	Takaosanguchi station station - ~16.30
UPPER INTERMEDIATE run	44 km +2400m ~9h
Contact	https://m.me/aran4649

日本語は以下

Let's enjoy a sporty challenge on close, familiar ground! We will start in Takaosanguchi station station at 7.30 and end in Takaosanguchi station station around 16.30. This UPPER INTERMEDIATE course is 44km long, with an elevation gain of 2400 m, and is open to 8 participants.

Bring a headlamp, although we will try to keep the pace high to keep night running as short as possible.

Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1WI_w7GaYCR-YW3Zp68Oz0rHDDkOBs7k&usp=sharing

便利だが挑戦的を走ってみませんか？ Takaosanguchi station駅を7.30に出発し、Takaosanguchi station駅16.30頃にゴールを目指します。 全長44km、標高差2400mのUPPER INTERMEDIATEコースで8人の方にもご参加いただけます。

ヘッドランプを持参でください。ただし、夜間走りをできるだけ短くするため、ハイペースを保つようにする。

Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1WI_w7GaYCR-YW3Zp68Oz0rHDDkOBs7k&usp=sharing

Start	Ikusabata station station - Sunday the 1st from 08.40
End	Hanno station station - ~14.00
Intermediate run	15 km +1000m ~5h
Contact	https://m.me/martin.shock.54

日本語は以下

Let's enjoy Autumn colors! We will start in Ikusabata station station at 08.40 and end in Hanno station station around 14.00. This Intermediate course is 15km long, with an elevation gain of 1000 m, and is open to 14 participants.

Max 14 runners
We meet up at Ikusabata station (Ome line) at 8:40 in the morning. The start of this 15K course is the same as TTR's normal Takamizu Run, but we instead hit the long ridge to Bonomine Mountain after a couple of climbs. This ridge begins in Okutama but ends in Okumusashi, at the small Sawarabi Onsen. A real highlight along the way is beautiful Shirotani Gorge.We will then take the bus to Hanno station at the end of the run, which takes about 45 minutes.

Notes:
1. Start and finish are separate. Carry all your gear
2. The course is OK for anyone with trailrunning experience of 15K in a day, but keep in mind that we have more than 1,000 elevation gain.
3. The Restroom at Ikusabata station is always very crowded. Go to the bathroom before you arrive at Ikusabata station if possible.
4. Bring warm weather clothes such as gloves, hat, jacket, etc. We will be about 1,000 meters up at the highest points. Please stay safe.

👟 Trail running shoes required.
💧 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.
⚠ To avoid startling hikers on the course, do not run straight through, but stop to greet and pass them. Greet other trail runners as well.

秋の色を楽しく走ってみませんか？ Ikusabata station駅を08.40に出発し、Hanno station駅14.00頃にゴールを目指します。 全長15km、標高差1000mのIntermediateコースで14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。

Start	Keio-Yomiuriland-station station - Saturday the 21st from 20.00
End	Keio-Yomiuriland-station station - ~22.00
Beginners run	9 km +391m ~2h
Contact	https://m.me/aran4649

日本語は以下

Let's enjoy pretty local trails, fun theme park views and a tasty cake! We will start in Keio-Yomiuriland-station station at 20.00 and end in Keio-Yomiuriland-station station around 22.00. This Beginners course is 9km long, with an elevation gain of 391 m, and is open to 20 participants.

Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=10kxCBnI0ZHH8VVZ94OSEXo_3_hjjXVc&usp=sharing

💧 Bring at least 1 liter of water (there are vending machines along the way).
🗄 The run starts and ends at the same station, which has lockers you may use and share.
♨ If you wish, you can use a nearby hot spring after the finish.
🔦 This is a night run and you will need a headlamp to join. Contact the organizer if needed, he might have one to lend you.
🥛🍬 There will be a break with food and drinks. Please bring a cup and your snacks.

地元の美しいトレイル、楽しいテーマパークの眺め、おいしいケーキを楽しく走ってみませんか？ Keio-Yomiuriland-station駅を20.00に出発し、Keio-Yomiuriland-station駅22.00頃にゴールを目指します。 全長9km、標高差391mのBeginnersコースで20人の方にもご参加いただけます。

地図: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=10kxCBnI0ZHH8VVZ94OSEXo_3_hjjXVc&usp=sharing
💧 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同じ駅なのでコインロッカーを使えます。
♨ 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。
🔦 ナイトランなので、参加にはヘッドランプが必要です。主催者に連絡すれば、貸してくれるかもしれない。
🥛🍬 軽食と飲み物で休憩あり。カップとお菓子をご持参ください。

Start	Meiji-jingumae ‘Harajuku’ Sta. exit 3 station - Saturday the 28th from 9.00
End	Meiji-jingumae ‘Harajuku’ Sta. exit 3 station - ~11.00
Beginners run	13 km +104m ~2h
Contact	https://m.me/aran4649

日本語は以下

Let's enjoy a fun morning run with cute GPS art! We will start in Meiji-jingumae ‘Harajuku’ Sta. exit 3 station at 9.00 and end in Meiji-jingumae ‘Harajuku’ Sta. exit 3 station around 11.00. This Beginners course is 13km long, with an elevation gain of 104 m, and is open to 20 participants.

Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=15GZjL3cLV5cfHHlno86TvX8m3r61KL8&usp=sharing

💧 Bring at least 1 liter of water (there are vending machines along the way).
🗄 The run starts and ends at the same station, which has lockers you may use and share.
♨ If you wish, you can use a nearby hot spring after the finish.
⚠ To avoid startling hikers on the course, do not run straight through, but stop to greet and pass them. Greet other trail runners as well.
🥛🍬 There will be a break with food and drinks. Please bring a cup and your snacks.

かわいいGPSアートを楽しく走ってみませんか？ Meiji-jingumae ‘Harajuku’ Sta. exit 3駅を9.00に出発し、Meiji-jingumae ‘Harajuku’ Sta. exit 3駅11.00頃にゴールを目指します。 全長13km、標高差104mのBeginnersコースで20人の方にもご参加いただけます。

地図: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=15GZjL3cLV5cfHHlno86TvX8m3r61KL8&usp=sharing

💧 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同じ駅なのでコインロッカーを使えます。
♨ 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。
🔦 ナイトランなので、参加にはヘッドランプが必要です。主催者に連絡すれば、貸してくれるかもしれない。
🥛🍬 軽食と飲み物で休憩あり。カップとお菓子をご持参ください。

Start	Isehara station - Monday the 30th from 09:00
End	Isehara station - ~14.45
Intermediate run	17km / 24km / 27km km +1000+m ~6h
Contact	https://m.me/Robert.Self.UltraJapan

日本語は以下

Let's enjoy steep climbs and mountain views! We will start in Isehara Station station at 09:00 and end in Isehara Station station around 14.45. This Intermediate course is 17km / 24km / 27kmkm long, with an elevation gain of 1000+ m, and is open to 40 participants.

(Options include 17K, 24K, or 27K)

Meet us at Isehara station at 8:55.Annual New Year's run from Isehara Station to the peak of Oyama. Bust a lung as buses and cable cars wiz past you until the top of the ropeway, from where a steep climb takes you to the beautiful (but likely cold) summit. Warm up with lunch at the top of the ropeway.Feel free to return to the station by bus, though a few hardcore idiots usually run all the way back down the road (an extra 9K) with or without bags of mikan in their running packs. It's about 13K to the summit in total, 4K back down to the ropeway (and return bus) or a solid 24K for the entire grind back to Isehara.There are lockers at Isehara for storing warm gear.

Safety Note (Important!): We have had a few instances of runners becoming dangerously cold on the summit of Oyama. It will likely be below zero and you will be wet and sweaty from the long approach run. You MUST bring the following gear:

Shell jacket or wind breaker
Fleece or other warm jacket
Gloves
Tights (NOT SHORTS)
Warm hat
Optional: Neck Warmer

Lastly, some runners may want to finish at Tsurumaki Onsen (27K). We can advise on the day.

(For those runners who do NOT want to start on the road at Isehara, NO PROBLEM! Just take the bus to the cable car and meet us at the cable car bus station. You will save about 8K of road).

Note that Team Cowboy does less road and more trail, finishing at an onsen!

💧 Bring at least 1 liter of water (there are vending machines along the way).
🗄 The run starts and ends at the same station, which has lockers you may use and share.
♨ If you wish, you can use a nearby hot spring after the finish.
⚠ To avoid startling hikers on the course, do not run straight through, but stop to greet and pass them. Greet other trail runners as well.
🧤❄️ Winter clothes required

急登とパノラマを楽しく走ってみませんか？ Isehara Station駅を09:00に出発し、Isehara Station駅14.45頃にゴールを目指します。 全長17km / 24km / 27kmkm、標高差1000+mのIntermediateコースで40人の方にもご参加いただけます。

💧 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同じ駅なのでコインロッカーを使えます。
♨ 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

In keeping with our ongoing tradition of promoting social events beyond the trails and in clean attire, TTR invites members to a UK-themed potluck party in an exclusive space in Tokyo. Although fancy dress is not required, don’t let that stop you from wearing a hat, scarf, jacket, etc., and getting into the spirit of the event. Please RSVP as soon as possible by clicking “Going” as usual.
Date: Friday, January 24, 2025
Time: 7 PM - 10 PM
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/vBP8rGdLNE31U6ke9

✅What to Bring: Attendees can bring food, drinks, snacks, costumes, and more. The venue is equipped with a kitchen, TV, and a large couch. Easy UK items like bottles of beer, Double Decker bars, or crisps (English potato chips) are also welcome! Bring whatever you have time to pick up that has a British theme.
✅Note: This is a potluck event. Attendees should bring meals or drinks to share. TTR will also prepare traditional British dishes, with the menu to be announced in the coming weeks.
If attendance exceeds 20 people, TTR may seek a larger venue in Tokyo.