NO.26 "The 31st Karugamo Family Marathon" was held

On Sunday, February 19, we held "Karugamo Family Marathon" for the first time in three years at Hodogaya Park.
While the strong wind reminiscent of the first spring, 679 runners participated. In addition to inhabitants of a ward, the prefecture, as well as distant places such as Kansai and Kyushu participated.
Daigo Hasegawa, Japan representative of the men's triple jump Rio Olympics, also participated in the 2km family section as a guest runner, and excited the tournament.
110 groups participated in the family section that runs with parents and children, which is also the origin of the name of the Karugamo Family Marathon, running along well like a parent and child, and finally finish everyone together!　I would be happy if it would be a good memory for your family.

The event was held for the first time in three years due to the influence of the new coronavirus, but it was a traditional tournament, and there were many voices who were pleased with the revival.　　

I would like to express my sincere appreciation to the members of the Hodogaya Ward Sports Promotion Committee for their great efforts to host the Games, as well as the sponsoring companies and organizations for their support.
We look forward to seeing many runners next year!

March 2023 Hodogaya Director General Yoichi Deguchi