ENTRY INFO
ENTRY OVERVIEW
RACE DAYS: 20-21 June 2026
CATEGORIES: 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 |
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).
EVENT MAIN VENUE: Yamanaka Onsen, Yamanaka-za
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 | Paid Entry | n/a | 680pt | 660pt |
Expectation to the Elite Runners:
We expect free entry elite runners to show up at the press conference and events before and after the race 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 to Pay (incl; VAT+Processing Fee) | Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|
| KAGASPA100K | 45,267 JPY | 38,500 JPY |
| KAGASPA50K | 30,570 JPY | 26,000 JPY |
| KAGASPA 20K | 15,873 JPY | 13,500 JPY |
| Key Dates | Event |
|---|---|
| 25 Nov 2025, Tuesday, 12:00PM | UTMB Index Priority Entries Open |
| 27 Nov 2025, Thursday, 12:00PM | General Entries Open |
| 31 Mar 2026, Tuesday, 23:59PM | All Entries Closed |
| 18 Apr 2026, Saturday, 23:59PM | Category Change, 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
Registrations are valid only for the registered individual and cannot be deferred to the following year. However;
Changes in Category (Race Distance) may be permitted if space is available, and a handling fee will apply. Please contact the race office for details.
Cancellation Policy
a) Registration with Cancellation Protection
The purpose of this Cancellation Protection is to allow the runners to be fully reimbursed of the Entry Fee if they wish to cancel their registration for the reasons:
• Serious illness, serious injury or death of the runner or a member of their family • Pregnancy of the registered runner• Public transport failure/flight disruption • Adverse weather • Theft of travelling documents • Armed forces & emergency services recall • Relocated for work • Changes to examination dates
Cancellation Protection fee: 15% additional of race fee
Cancellation Protection must be taken out at the time of registration.
b) Refund without Cancellation Protection
If the runner does not subscribe to the Cancellation Protection option, no refund will be possible.