ENTRY INFO
ENTRY OVERVIEW
RACE DAYS 20-21 June 2026
DISTANCES: KAGASPA 100K, KAGASPA 50K, KAGASPA 20K
START TIMES:
| Distance | Time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| KAGASPA 100K | 18:30 | Saturday, 20 June 2026 |
| KAGASPA 50K | 5:00 | Sunday, 21 June 2026 |
| KAGASPA 20K | 8:00 | Saturday, 20 June 2026 |
ENTRY CONDITIONS Registration Period Registration is open to all runners, regardless of UTMB Index status, until March 31, 2026 at 23:59 (Tokyo time, GMT+9) or until all race slots are sold out.
MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENTS
| Distance | Minimum Age |
|---|---|
| KAGASPA 100K | 18 years old or older by December 31, 2026 |
| KAGASPA 50K | 18 years old or older by December 31, 2026 |
| KAGASPA 20K | 16 years old or older by December 31, 2026 |
EVENT MAIN VENUE: Yamanaka Onsen, Yamanaka-zaLink
ATHLETE CHECK-IN: View check-in locations and times in the event schedule. Please ensure that you check-in within the specified dates and time for your category each (100K, 50K, 20K). Check-in submitted outside the designated period or different categories' time flame will not be accepted. You will need to provide photo ID (preferably a driver's license or passport).
ELITE RUNNERS
Elite Runners Criteria
We will accept your registration based on your UTMB Index by the end of Mar 2026, no matter if the slots are already full.
| Men | 20K | 50K | 100K | Women | 20K | 50K | 100K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Entry | n/a | 850pt | 820pt | Free Entry | n/a | 710pt | 690pt |
| Paid Entry | n/a | 830pt | 800pt | Free Entry | n/a | 680pt | 660pt |
Expectation to the Elite Runners
We expect Special Elite and free entry elite runners to show up at the press conference and our revive support event before the race day to make our event more excited. Details will be shared to the applied runners.
Contact Us
For applications and inquiries, please reach out to the following e-mail address. If you have any other support you need other than the above, please feel free to ask us.
ENTRY PRICES & KEY DATES
| Distance | Total Price (entry fee + processing fee + VAT) |
|---|---|
| KagaSpa100 | 47,960 JPY (44,000 JPY + 2,376 JPY + 1,534 JPY) |
| KagaSpa50 | 32,373 JPY (29,700 JPY + 1,604 JPY +1,069 JPY) |
| KagaSpa20 | 16,786 JPY (15,400 JPY + 832 JPY + |
| Key Dates | Event |
|---|---|
| 25 Nov 2025, Tuesday, 20:00PM | UTMB Index Priority Entries Open |
| 27 Nov 2025, Thursday, 20:00AM | General Entries Open |
| 31 Mar 2026, Tuesday, 23:59PM | All Entries Closed |
| 18 Apr 2026, Saturday, 23:59PM | Category Change and Person to Person Transfers Cut Off |
| 7 Apr 2026, xxx, 24:00PM | Personalized Race Bib & Name Tee Cut Off |
Entry closes as soon as the capacity is full on a first-come, first-served basis. All time and date are based on GMT+9.
WHAT IS UTMB INDEX PRIORITY REGISTRATION?
Holders of a valid UTMB Index will have 48-hour priority access to a limited allocation of entries, starting on 25 Nov 2025.
Priority registration gives UTMB Index Holders first access and the best chance to secure their spot at the start line!
If you have completed a UTMB Index Race(there’s over 4,000 worldwide) in the past two years, you will have a valid UTMB Index. To see if you have a valid UTMB Index and to set up your My UTMB account click here: UTMB Index.
To learn more about UTMB Index Priority Registration (including FAQs) for Kaga Spa Trail Endurance 100 by UTMB 2026, click here.
HOW TO ACCESS PRIORITY REGISTRATION
For UTMB Index holders, to ensure you have a smooth registration process here’s a few tips:
- Ensure you have set-up your My UTMB Account. It’s free and simple do here: https://utmb.world/my-utmb/my-dashboard
- During registration for Kaga Spa Trail Endurance 100 by UTMB, enter your first name, last name, and date of birth exactly the way it appears in your My UTMB Account – the system will recognize your details and allow you to progress your registration.
- There is only a limited allocation of priority registrations available for UTMB Index holders, and they may sell out before 48hrs is up – first come, first served! If you miss out, please try again when general registrations open.
- The priority entry link for UTMB Index holders will be available by clicking enter now on the website. Only runners with a valid index will be able to access registration.
If you aren’t eligible for priority registration, you can register from 27 Nov 2025 when General Entries go on sale.
Withdrawal Conditions
Transfer of Registration Registrations are valid only for the registered individual and cannot be deferred to the following year. However, transfers to another person or changes in race distance may be permitted if space is available, and a handling fee will apply. Please contact the race office for details.
Cancellation Policy
If you registered with cancellation protection, you may receive a refund up until the race start, excluding any third-party options. If you registered without cancellation protection, no refunds will be issued under any circumstances.