Applications open for the 'Rainbow Bridge Ride 2026'
Featuring the inaugural "Rainbow Bridge Run 2026" for the first time ever
～Experience the thrill of cycling and running across the Rainbow Bridge!～
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- 2026.07.10
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- GCT
- RAINBOW
On Monday, November 23 (public holiday), we will begin accepting applications for the “Rainbow Bridge Ride 2026” event which runs along the Rainbow Bridge (Metropolitan Expressway) and Tokyo Gate Bridge
At the same time, the inaugural “Rainbow Bridge Run 2026,” a 5km running event along the regular roadway will also be held.
Hosting a simultaneous cycling and running event on a landmark bridge in a major metropolis is a globally unique initiative.
We look forward to welcoming you all!
*The above illustration images were created using AI.
１ Rainbow Bridge Ride 2026: Application Guidelines
（１）Date & Time
November 23 （Mon）, 2026 （Public holiday）
From 7:30 A.M. to around 12:00 P.M. (starts sequentially)
（２）Event course
（３）Number of Participants and Entry Fee
| Course | Distance | Capacity | Entry fee(ind. tax) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adults (18 and older) |
3rd year Elementary School to High School students |
VIP(100) | |||
| ①Rainbow Long | Approx. 36km | 4,500 | 15,000 JPY | 7,500 JPY | 55,000 JPY |
| ②Rainbow Middle | Approx. 20km | 1,000 | 8,000 JPY | 4,000 JPY | 55,000 JPY |
| ③Rainbow Short | Approx. 8km | 500 | 6,000 JPY | 3,000 JPY | – |
* Super Long course (approx. 50km)
➀VIP participants on the Rainbow Long course who wish to do so can ride the Super Long course (approx. 50km), which includes two round trips between the Tokyo Gate Bridge and Wakasu Seaside Park.
*The total capacity includes local, VIP, and group registration slots.
*Rental bicycles are available for an extra 1,500 JPY
（４）How to Apply
| Entry slots | Application guideline | Course | Participants selection process | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For general public (including local participants) |
From Fri. Jul. 10 at 14:00
to Mon. Aug. 31 |
①～③ | Lottery held if too many applicants | ・You can apply for the group section (up to 6 people). Such applicants will be selected by group and not individually. ・Residents/Working/Studying in Minato City and Koto City can apply for the local section (Higher chance of selection) |
| For VIP | From Fri. July 17 at 12:00 to Mon. Aug. 31 |
①～② | First-come, first-served basis (Ends when participant capacity reached) |
・Guaranteed entry, preferential starting positions, VIP-only prizes, priority running rights for test course (about 50km) etc. |
| For Group | ① | ・Accepting entry for club activities at elementary school, junior high school, high school in Tokyo(about 100people) |
*Duplicate applications across multiple categories (General, Local, VIP, etc.) will not be accepted.
（５）Other information
- This event is not a race to compete for rankings or times, but rather a fun ride event.
- Each course features multiple long uphill climbs, with an average gradient of 5% stretching for about 1.5 km.
- You will be riding on the Metropolitan Expressway while crossing the Rainbow Bridge.
- Eligible bicycles must have multi-speed gears or electric assistance (tandem bikes are also allowed).
- Traffic restrictions will be in place around the course on the day of the event (details will be announced at a later date). We appreciate your cooperation.
- The finish line at the Aomi NOP Area will host “MULTISPORTS” , an event featuring cycling and a wide variety of sports.
* RAINBOW BRIDGE RIDE & MULTISPORTS is held in collaboration with Metropolitan Expressway Co., Ltd., Bicycle Utilization Promotion Headquarters, local governments, and other supporting organizations.
２ “Rainbow Bridge Run 2026” Application Guidelines
（１）Date: November 23 (Mon), 2026 (Public holiday)
（２）Organiser: Tokyo Marathon Foundation
Co-organisers: Tokyo Metropolitan Government, GRAND CYCLE TOKYO Executive Committee
（３）Course:
[Start] around Toyota Arena Tokyo ➔ Rainbow Bridge (Regular roadway)➔Shibaura Anchorage (Turnaround Point) ➔ [Finish] Aomi-Higashi Temporary Parking Lot
（４）Number of participants and Entry fee
| Entry slots | Eligibility | Distance | Capacity | Entry fee (incl. tax) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ①Fun Run | Participants must be in the 4th year of elementary school or older on the day of the event, and capable of completing the 5km course within 90 minutes. |
Approx.5km | 4,000 participants | 5,500JPY |
| ②Parent & Child Run | Must participate as a pair consisting of a parent/guardian and a child (from 4th year of elementary school to junior high school student) on the day of the event, and capable of completing the 5km course within 90 minutes. |
5,500JPY (For 2 people) |
*No time measurement will be provided.
*For safety reasons, wheelchair participation is not available.
（５）How to Apply
| Entry slots | Application Period and Procedures | Participant Selection Process | Notes |
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| ①Fun Run | 【Applications open on the dedicated website】 July 10(Fri) From 14:00 to Sept 18(Fri) |
First-come, first-served (Registration closes once capacity is reached) |
・Start times(tentative) Wave1: 9:30A.M. Wave2: 9:40A.M. Wave3: 9:50A.M. Wave4: 10:00A.M. ・The Parent-Child Run is scheduled to start in Wave4. |
| ②Parent-Child Run |
（６）Other information
- This event is not a race to compete for rankings or times, but rather a fun ride event.
- You will be running on the regular roadway while crossing the Rainbow Bridge.
- This event is held as part of “MULTISPORTS,” an event centered around enjoying cycling and various other sports, which takes place at venues such as the Rainbow Bridge Ride finish line.
*Official website of “Rainbow Bridge Run” (link to external site)
https://rainbowbridge-run.tokyo
In order to make eco-friendly and healthy bicycles even more accessible, we are comprehensively promoting various bicycle-related events as part of the “GRAND CYCLE TOKYO” project.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has acquired the “UCI BIKE CITY LABEL” certified by the International Cycling Union (UCI). The “UCI BIKE CITY LABEL” is recognized by the UCI as a city or region that is pioneering bicycle initiatives, and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is the first city in the East Asian region to receive the label. In cooperation with UCI and other certified cities, we will further promote sports projects that utilize bicycles and create an environment where everyone can use bicycles safely and comfortably.
＜For inquiries＞
General Inquiries & Rainbow Bridge Ride
Cycling Promotion, International Sports Projects Division Office for Sports Promotion
Phone: 03-5388-3654 (Direct)
Regarding the Rainbow Bridge Run
Tokyo Marathon Foundation Official Club “ONE TOKYO”
Phone: 03-6635-5349 (10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M./ Excluding weekends, national holidays, and New Year’s holidays)
Email: info@onetokyo.org