PROGRAM​​

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Concept

- To raise interest in Mt. Taro, the symbol of Ueda, and in mountain climbing as a healthy form of exercise

- To promote the beauty of Ueda City's city, nature, and culture to the world through outdoor events

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Race name
2025 UEDA VERTICAL RACE

 

Date

May 3rd and 4th, 2025 (National Holiday)

 

 

Organizer

Ueda Vertical Race Executive Committee

 

Supporters

Nagano Prefecture, Ueda City, Ueda City Board of Education, Ueda City Sports Association, Ueda Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Shinshu Ueda Tourism Association, Shinano Mainichi Shimbun

 

Race Management

Japan Skyrunning Association(JSA)

 

Event/Course Name

Vertical (climb and finish at the summit)
❶SASUKE
5.0km/+1000m/junior high school students and above
❷YUKIMURA
3.5km/+700m/elementary school students and above
❸TREKKING *same as Sanada Yukimura Course
3.5km/+700m/elementary school students and above
Sky (mountain race with climbing and descending)
❶UEDA SKYRACE® *MERRELL SKYRUNNER® WORLD SERIES

26km/±3050m/18 years old and over

❷TARO

19km/±2050m/High school students（Age15） and over

❸NINJA

3km/±300m/Middle school students（Age12） and over​

 

Registration
January 11, 2025 (Sat) 10:00-April 3, 2025 (Thu) 23:59
Runnet, Sports Entry,RUN JAPAN

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Capacity
Vertical Total 700 people
Sky Total 500 people

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Information
・After registration: Bibs and programs will be sent to those living in Japan in advance.

・Those living in overseas must do race check-in at the race international desk, 2nd floor conference room of Paleo(Ueda station front Bldg)  Race information, race bibs and related materials will be provided.
・You will be notified of your starting time in advance. Please line up at the starting area 10 minutes before the start.
Vertical
[YUKIMURA: 1 person every 10 seconds] Young to old
[SASUKE: 1 person every 10 seconds] Young to old (general to JSA registration)
[TREKKING: mass start]
Sky
[UEDA SKYRACE®: mass start]
[TARO: mass start]
[NINJA: mass start]
・Parking: Please use the paid parking lots in Ueda city
・Changing rooms: A temporary changing room will be set up at Oohoshi Shrine. As a general rule, please come in your own car or at a hotel, and change into your own clothes.
・Luggage storage: There will be a luggage storage area near the starting point (Oboshi Shrine), but please keep your valuables with you.
・Award ceremony: Will be held in the Ueda Station Square.
・Return confirmation: After reaching the finish line of the vertical, please confirm your return at the starting point.
・Sweets coupon: After confirming your return, use the coupon to enjoy sweets and other treats in Ueda city.

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BASIC NOTES
●Athletes must be fully aware that competitions in nature can be dangerous, and participate in the competition at their own risk for injuries, illnesses, accidents, etc. The organizer will provide first aid, but will not be held responsible for injuries or health conditions of participants. (*It is obligatory to submit a consent form at the time of competition entry regarding this point of self-responsibility)
●The race may be canceled if it is determined that participants and staff are in danger due to the spread of epidemics, weather conditions, earthquakes and other disasters. In that case, depending on the situation, the disadvantage for the participants and the race will be minimized, such as transferring the right to participate in the next race, or refunding or returning points after deducting the necessary expenses. Please be aware in advance that the measures will be implemented at the discretion of the race.
●Refunds will not be given for cancellations made for personal reasons after the entry is completed (after payment of the entry fee). Also, if you cannot participate due to movement restrictions in a specific area, we will not be able to refund after payment.
●You must understand that the course is not only occupied by the competition, but that it is also used by general users, and you must not block their passage. When overtaking or passing general climbers and hikers, please consider safety such as "stopping or decelerating" and give priority to pedestrians.
●Because the course passes through the Mt. Taro mountain range, which is the mountain of Ueda citizens, it is an area that requires environmental consideration. Don't stray from the course. Do not litter. In addition, you must not collect or damage animals, plants, fungi, rocks, etc. on the course or in any areas. Also, please use the restroom only in designated areas.
●Access to the venue is by private car or train such as the Hokuriku Shinkansen. There is no shuttle bus for race participants. If you are coming by private car, please park in a pay parking lot in Ueda city area.
●Luggage storage will be provided at the starting point (Oboshi Shrine), but please manage your valuables by yourself.
●Some temporary changing rooms will be set up at Oboshi Shrine. If you are staying overnight, please change in your hotel room.