Tokyo · Shibuya, Tokyo
Yoyogi Park Running Course
Facilities at This Course
Course Highlights
- ✓Forested park in the centre of Shibuya — a rare green escape in central Tokyo
- ✓Soft gravel paths ideal for joint-friendly running
- ✓Inner loop approximately 1.7 km; outer path allows longer combinations
- ✓Adjacent to Meiji Shrine for a scenic cultural add-on
- ✓Extremely popular with local runners; lively and welcoming atmosphere
About This Course
Yoyogi Park is one of Tokyo's most beloved green spaces and a favourite running destination for locals and visitors alike. Unlike the paved Imperial Palace route, Yoyogi's paths are compacted gravel and earth, offering a softer surface that is easier on the knees and ankles. The inner loop around the central fountain area measures approximately 1.7 km, while the outer paths through the wooded sections allow for longer variations of 3 to 6 km. The park is open from sunrise to sunset with no entry fee. Toilet facilities and water taps are located throughout. On Sunday mornings the park fills with performers and picnickers, adding a festive backdrop to your run. The adjacent Meiji Shrine grounds can be incorporated into a longer route for a uniquely Japanese running experience through forested shrine paths.
How to Get There
Take JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku Station. The course start is a 2-minute walk from the station.
Nearby Running Stations
Facilities for changing, storing luggage, and showering before and after your run.
Runtrip BASE YOYOGI PARK
ラントリップベース代々木公園
Runner's club house directly inside Yoyogi Park. Lockers, showers, café with coffee and craft beer. The most convenient base for Yoyogi Park running, 1 minute from the park entrance.
Official websiteFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about running Yoyogi Park Running Course.
