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DEEP JAPAN ULTRA 80K 2027
Eighty mountain kilometres through deep Niigata summer green.
Uonuma, Japan Saturday 26 June 2027
Why you might love it
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A true deep-Japan mountain ultra — golden-eagle country trails, local aid-station food and UTMB Index points.
Who this suits
Experienced ultra trail runners seeking a quieter Japanese mountain classic than the big brand races.
Getting ready
Preparation
The 80 km DEEP JAPAN ULTRA category (capacity 220) runs in Niigata’s Uonuma–Nagaoka ranges over the 25–27 June 2027 weekend. A serious summer mountain ultra with ITRA/UTMB Index recognition and entry open through Run Japan until 26 February 2027.
In your Race Year
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A demanding June chapter — build the months before it around getting there ready.
See my yearWhere this could take you
One finish line starts the next.
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