[22nd] The 11th Aoba Ward Marathon will be held to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Aoba Ward System! 971 runners ran through the sunny Aoba Ward!

　On Sunday, November 24, the 11th Aoba Ward Marathon was held to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Aoba Ward System. . The weather was just right for running on the day, and in the clear blue sky, the shining sun, and the crisp cold wind, a total of 971 runners stepped on the ground step by step and ran through.
　The ambassador for this tournament was also Yuko Arimori, following last year and two years ago. Mr. Arimori, who has received enthusiastic support from the participating runners, will be in charge of publicity of the tournament, and will be in charge of recruitment of participants, flyers, posters and message videos of the tournament, and the voice of an addrip car that advertises the holding of the tournament. Thank you for your generous cooperation. Also, on the day of the opening ceremony, surprises appeared from the rows of runners at the opening ceremony to excite the venue, and also board an open car leading the course, not only runners but also roadside supporters I received a heartfelt voice. I feel that the hot ale from Yuko Arimori encouraged the runner's feet to the goal.
　The top players were the second consecutive championship for both men and women, with men's overall 31:00 seconds and women's overall 37:57 seconds, both of which were the fastest time to repain the tournament record.
　The reason why this tournament was held without major accidents was that the hometown council and the steering committee carefully planned the operation of the tournament and obtained a great deal of cooperation from more than 500 volunteers. I can say. Thank you very much.
　The Aoba Kumin Marathon is very popular this year, with the participation frame being quickly filled this year, and it is now an event that can not fit within the framework of just a competition. It is only because of the warm support of the inhabitants of the ward that has grown up as an event where you can liven up the area and feel bonds and pride.
　I look forward to seeing you again next year in the sparkling autumn Aoba Ward.

January 2025 Takao Nakajima, Mayor of Aoba