# Imperial Palace Run 5-10km (November)
_皇居ラン 5~10km（11月）_

- **When:** Thu, Nov 19, 2026 19:00 (JST)
- **Where:** Raffine Running Style Neo Main Entrance, Chiyoda — Bicycle Parking, Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, 1-1-2 Yurakucho, Chiyoda, Tokyo
- **Map:** https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=35.6737436,139.7591762
- **Price:** price on the official site
- **Category:** Tech & Meetups
- **Official site:** https://tech-run-koukyo.doorkeeper.jp/events/200278
- **On Tokyo Events:** https://eventstokyo.com/en/events/imperial-palace-run-5-10km-november

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Calling all IT professionals—engineers, project managers, designers, and business staff! Join us for a group run around the Imperial Palace this autumn, perfect for running. Whether you're a serious runner or just want to take it easy, everyone is welcome. Enjoy a refreshing run after work and connect casually with others in the industry.

Schedule:
18:30 — Gather (arriving by this time is recommended as the running station may get crowded)
19:00 — Run starts
Around 20:30 — Finish and disband
Afterward — Optional get-together at Antenna America Tokyo (feel free to join directly for the social gathering)

Meeting Place:
Raffine Running Style Neo, 1st floor entrance
Tech&Run Imperial staff will be wearing yellow shirts as a marker.

Course & Distance:
1-2 laps around the Imperial Palace (about 5km per lap; total 5–10km at your choice).

Eligibility:
Anyone working in IT. Beginners are absolutely welcome!

Social Gathering:
Relaxed, informal meet-up at Antenna America Tokyo after the run. No obligation to stay.

Notes:
- The event will go ahead in light rain.
- Please wear appropriate running attire.
- Changing rooms and showers are available at nearby running stations (paid service).
- Feel free to leave mid-run if you wish.
- Organizers are not responsible for accidents or injuries; there is no event insurance.
- A LINE group link will be shared after sign-up (for event communication only).

First-timers:
A running station is a facility with lockers, changing rooms, and showers for runners, typically available for around 1,000 yen per visit. Shoe and clothing rentals may also be available.

Recommended November Attire:
Evenings in November can get as cool as 10°C. Synthetic long-sleeve shirt (plus a lightweight windbreaker if you tend to get cold), running tights or shorts with tights, running shoes. Optional: gloves, neck warmer.

Join at your own pace and comfort!

About Tech&Run Imperial:
A community where IT engineers, PMs, designers, and business professionals gather for casual runs around the Imperial Palace, aiming to build broader connections beyond work. All levels are welcome!

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Source: Tokyo Events — https://eventstokyo.com/en/events/imperial-palace-run-5-10km-november