I took part in the Hida Takayama Ultra Marathon for the first time in two years. I failed to finish in 2023, and this time I had zero confidence. Still, I aimed to finish, so I stood at the starting line again.
The temperature rose on the day, creating conditions that quietly showed off the harshness of the Hida mountains. Immediately after the start, I ran steadily through the old townscape from the back of the pack, and eventually the course headed towards the pass.
The gradually rising temperature and the relentless ups and downs certainly took a toll on my stamina and legs, but it made up for it by allowing me to enjoy the scenic views unique to Hida while running.
Please take a look at this ultra story being woven once again in the land of Hida.

[Event Name]
13th Hida Takayama Ultra Marathon

[Date and Time]
Sunday, June 8, 2025

[Venue]
Hida Takayama Big Arena

[Events]
100km, 71km

[Participants]
100km: 2,300 participants, 71km 1,200 participants
Total for both events: 3,500 participants

Excerpt from the 13th Hida Takayama Ultra Marathon Tournament Outline
https://www.r-wellness.com/takayama/o...

[References]
Hida Kokubunji Temple
https://hidakokubunji.jp

Hida Takayama: Old Townscape - Gifu Travel Guide
https://www.kankou-gifu.jp/spot/detai...

Takayama City Library
https://www.library.takayama.gifu.jp

Ranking of Municipal Areas by Geospatial Information Authority of Japan
https://www.gsi.go.jp/common/00007794...

Bijo Kogen
http://bijokogen.com/profile/

Annual Stream Fishing Championship Tournament, Asahi Town, Hida Takayama
https://www.hidaasahi.jp/AnnualFishin...

About Takayama Jinya
https://jinya.gifu.jp/about/

The Sarubobo of Hida Takayama
https://www.hidanosarubobo.com/sarubo...

Hida Senkoji Temple
https://senkouji.com

"Ryoumen Sukuna," a Real-Life Charm in Hida Takayama: Hida Takayama Travel Guide
https://www.hidatakayama.or.jp/specia...