FUN RUN ON THE OCCASION OF THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF KENYA – JAPAN RELATIONS

INTRODUCTION

Kenya and Japan established diplomatic relations soon after Kenya attained its independence in 1963. These longstanding relations cover key aspects in development cooperation in the economic, political as well as socio-cultural areas. Kenya continues to benefit substantially from this development cooperation through financial and technical support by the Government of Japan.

This year, 2023, marks 60 years since the establishment of the diplomatic ties between Kenya and Japan. In celebration of this milestone, and to show case the intercultural people to people connections that are an integral part of the relations between the two countries, the Kenya Embassy in Japan will organize a Fun-run for all Friends of Kenya and Japan.

DATE AND VENUE

Date: Sunday, 24 September 2023 (Weather conditions will advise)

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Registration starts from 8:00 a.m.)

Venue: The Tokyo Rinkai Disaster Prevention Park (Address: 3-8-35, Ariake, Koto-ku, TOKYO)
4 min walk from Kokusai-tenjijō St. on the Rinkai line
2 min walk from Ariake St. on the Yurikamome line
※There are no parking spaces at the park. Please use public transportation.

Organizer: Embassy of the Republic of Kenya

Sponsors: Comodi-iida Co., Ltd., GMO Internet Group, Inc., Honda Motor Co., Ltd., Kao Corporation, Mazda Motor Corporation, Mt. Fuji Springs Inc., ND Software Co., Ltd., Shiseido Running Club, SUBARU Corporation, U.S.E. Co., Ltd., Yakult Honsha Co.,Ltd. (Alphabetical Order)

Operation Supporter: A-GOAL (Africa-Global Assist with Local Sports Clubs)

ACTIVITY

Elite Fun Run

Fun running at a fast pace with Kenyan athletes based in Japan as pacemakers. Recommended for those who want to challenge their daily training. This will be a fun non-competitive run.

Eligibility：13 years and above on the day of the event who can finish 5.0 Km in about 35 minutes.
Starting Time： 9:40 a.m.
Course： 5 laps of 1.3 Km course

Ekiden Fun Run

Time limit is 60 minutes. The aim is for all teams to have completed a total of at least 60 laps in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of Kenya-Japan relations. This will be a fun relay celebrating team work.

Eligibility：Open to all
Team ：3 to 5 runners per team
Starting Time：10:25 a.m.
Course：1.3 Km course per runner in relay format

Family Fun Run

This is a fun filled run open for children to run with a parent or a guardian.

Eligibility：Parent/guardian and child/children between the ages of 3 years and 12 years
Starting Time：10:25 a.m.
Course：1.3 km course

Treasure Hunt

Come, hunt and collect treasures hidden in the “Safari” course.

Eligibility：Parent/guardian and child/children between the ages of 3 years and 12 years
Starting Time： 9:40 a.m.
Course： Special “Safari” course

PROGRAMME

TIME	ACTIVITY
8:00 – 9:00	Registration
9:00 – 9:30	Opening of Event & Warm-up Exercise
9:40 – 10:15	Elite Fun Run
9:40 ～	Treasure Hunt area open
10:25 – 11:25	Ekiden Fun Run
10:25 – 11:25	Family Fun Run
11:30 – 11:50	Appreciation and closing of event
11:50	Group Photo Session
12:00	End of Event

※ Please note that this programme is subject to change. Updated changes will be communicated in due course.

REGISTRATION

Registration Fee

Free

Prize for Participation

Commemorative Event T-shirt　Size (XS・S・M・L・XL・2XL) One T-shirt per person
※ Please note that the number is limited and we may not be able to meet your request. Thank you for your kind understanding in advance.

Registration Deadline

Friday, 15th September 2023 at 17:00　

Registration Procedure

1. Click “Register Here”.
2. Enter the name of the applicant and Email address.
3. Choose a category of activities you wish to participate in.
4. Enter names of team members and preferred T-shirt size for each member.

Terms and Conditions

1. The event may be cancelled depending on the prevailing weather conditions. In the event of cancellation, a notification will be sent to the registered applicant’s email by 17:00 on the day before the event.

2. Participants under 18 years of age must have the consent of a parent or guardian before registering.

3. There is no parking available at the venue. Please use public transport.

4. The organisers will provide marathon insurance. First aid station will be set up for Emergency first-aid response. However, Please take your own sufficient precautions. Please bring your health insurance card.

5. Please take care of your personal belongings.

6. The organisers will film the event. These images (photos, videos, etc.) may be used and published on the official website, Facebook and Twitter pages, etc. of the Embassy of the Republic of Kenya in Japan and/or co-organiser and sponsors.

7. The organisers will handle the personal data of participants in compliance with the laws and regulations governing the protection of personal data.

Contact

Kenya Embassy, Tokyo
funrun@kenyarep-jp.com
03-3723-4006/7