Push Your Limits on Closed Seaside Highways, Lifted by Warm Local CheersSwim in the Tsugaru Kaikyo, a world-famous straits for channel swimmers. Cycle on the Hakodate-Esashi expressway – no speed limit! Mostly flat running around scenic country roads in Kikonai, Hokkaido. 10 min. to the hotel area in Yunokawa hot …
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Push Your Limits on Closed Seaside Highways, Lifted by Warm Local Cheers
Swim in the Tsugaru Kaikyo, a world-famous straits for channel swimmers. Cycle on the Hakodate-Esashi expressway – no speed limit! Mostly flat running around scenic country roads in Kikonai, Hokkaido.
10 min. to the hotel area in Yunokawa hot springs from Hakodate International Airport (80 min. from Tokyo Haneda Airport). 15 min. to T1 from Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto station, 3h57m from Tokyo by Shinkansen. 3 min. walk to Kikonai station from finish and T2.
Unwind in soothing hot springs and indulge in the finest seafood and steaks from South Hokkaido, the perfect treat after the race.
Swim
The two-loop swim takes place in Hakodate Bay, featuring gently sloping shallow waters, scenic coastal views, and a beachside Transition area.
Bike
Athletes will cycle along Hakodate-Esashi express way – no traffic lights, no speed limit! Departing from T1 in Hokuto, embark on a scenic riding along Hakodate-Esashi expressway, culminating in an exciting finish at T2 in Kikonai.
Please note that disc wheels are not permitted for IRONMAN Japan, South Hokkaido.
Run
Experience a breathtaking 3 loops of 14km-run course through picturesque countryside of Kikonai. Mostly flat run course through stunning countryside landscapes with the grand finale at the Kikonai Town Hall.
Swim: OCEAN
Bike: ROLLING
Run: FLAT
High Air Temp: 82 °F / 28 °C
Low Air Temp: 71 °F / 21 °C
Avg Water Temp: 70 °F / 21 °C
Airport: HKD
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