Hakone Ekiden
The Hakone Ekiden's organizing body has announced reforms to expand participation to universities nationwide. This could disperse long-distance running talent concentrated in the Kanto region and boost Japan's overall competitiveness. The changes, revealed in December 2025, set the next expanded event for 2028.
Imeripotiwa na AI
Aoyama Gakuin University claimed its third consecutive title in the 102nd Tokyo-Hakone Intercollegiate Ekiden, finishing the 217.1-kilometer race in a record 10 hours, 37 minutes, and 34 seconds. The team extended its lead on the second day to win by 2 minutes and 33 seconds.