San! Ni! Ichi! Hajime!!! Stretch your muscles and embark upon the ultimate marathon of Japan in a raucous ragdoll party multiplayer racer where anything can happen. Hurdle barrels, outrun Shiba Inu and dive out of the paths of bicycles - all while chucking fruit at your opponents and dashing across planks precariously balanced over waterfalls - in an unreal experience that must be played to be believed.
You can’t spell Nippon Marathon without ‘P’, ‘A’, ‘R’, ‘T’ and *checks letters* ‘I’, we suppose… Solo play is supported, but grab up to four pads and enjoy the supreme silliness of gaming’s greatest marathon.
See all of Japan!
Cross the entirety of the land of Nippon in a series of creative courses spanning busy city streets, village lanes, bustling markets, mountaintop shrines, supermarkets and even unsafe sake distilleries!
Wacky characters!
Go toe-to-toe with some of the coolest contestants who ever did, er… contest! Lobster-man J DARWIN, onesie-obsessive Elizabeth Nishibori, school uniform fan Zenbei “Xen Bae” and the completely normal Snuguru Maestro are among the challengers vying for the podium!
Epic pratfalls!
Swinging poles! Giant face-slapping fish! Cyclists! Shiba Inu! Panes of glass! Traffic! False doors! Barrels! Rolling beams! Wobbly planks! Flying fruit! More Shiba Inu! EARTHQUAKES!!!!! Dodge and dive over the lot or suffer the painful and embarrassing consequences of physics-based collisions…
Tons of surprises!
You never know what will happen next in Nippon Marathon. Perhaps you’ll find time for an impromptu spot of slot machine fun? Maybe a news anchor will jetpack in to interview you on the racetrack? Heck, anything is possible…
Drop-in/drop-out play!
Need a bathroom break to squeeze pineapple juice out of your foam lobster claws? Random pedestrian passing by your couch and wants to play? Whatever the cause, hop in and out for the ultimate, flexible party get-together!
Features
Four-player madness!You can’t spell Nippon Marathon without ‘P’, ‘A’, ‘R’, ‘T’ and *checks letters* ‘I’, we suppose… Solo play is supported, but grab up to four pads and enjoy the supreme silliness of gaming’s greatest marathon.

See all of Japan!
Cross the entirety of the land of Nippon in a series of creative courses spanning busy city streets, village lanes, bustling markets, mountaintop shrines, supermarkets and even unsafe sake distilleries!

Wacky characters!
Go toe-to-toe with some of the coolest contestants who ever did, er… contest! Lobster-man J DARWIN, onesie-obsessive Elizabeth Nishibori, school uniform fan Zenbei “Xen Bae” and the completely normal Snuguru Maestro are among the challengers vying for the podium!

Epic pratfalls!
Swinging poles! Giant face-slapping fish! Cyclists! Shiba Inu! Panes of glass! Traffic! False doors! Barrels! Rolling beams! Wobbly planks! Flying fruit! More Shiba Inu! EARTHQUAKES!!!!! Dodge and dive over the lot or suffer the painful and embarrassing consequences of physics-based collisions…

Tons of surprises!
You never know what will happen next in Nippon Marathon. Perhaps you’ll find time for an impromptu spot of slot machine fun? Maybe a news anchor will jetpack in to interview you on the racetrack? Heck, anything is possible…

Drop-in/drop-out play!
Need a bathroom break to squeeze pineapple juice out of your foam lobster claws? Random pedestrian passing by your couch and wants to play? Whatever the cause, hop in and out for the ultimate, flexible party get-together!

Play Nippon Marathon in Iconic Tokyo Game Center
[p align=\"start\"]Konnichiwa minna-san! [/p][p align=\"start\"]Im here to celebrate all things Tokyo Game Show, and to mark the occasion, Nippon Marathon is participating in the TGS Steam Sale! [/p][p align=\"start\"][/p]
[dynamiclink href=\"https://store.steampowered.com/app/746940/Nippon_Marathon/\"][/dynamiclink]
[p align=\"start\"]Its currently 75% off, so the perfect opportunity to experience Japan for a fraction of the cost of a matcha latte![/p][p align=\"start\"][/p][p align=\"start\"]But if you happen to be in Tokyo maybe you\'re visiting for TGS, want to visit, or just are interested in all things Japan Ive got a recommendation thats 100% certified Wedy-approved[/p][p align=\"start\"][/p]Play the Arcade Edition of Nippon Marathon at Mikado Game Center
[p align=\"start\"]Yes, you heard me.[/p][p align=\"start\"][/p][p align=\"start\"]Nestled in the heart of Tokyo, right next to Takadanobaba Station, youll find the arcade edition of Nippon Marathon, aptly titled Nippon Marathon Turbo Hyper=Running.[/p][p align=\"start\"][/p][p align=\"start\"][img src=\"https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images//45350013/aad52f5564e21ef9006570a69a80eaa18a50a5b1.png\"][/img][/p][p align=\"start\"]It features exclusive stages, new contestants, leader boards, and faster gameplay all designed for high-energy, arcade-friendly action. It even has custom cabinet artwork designed by veteran Namco character designer, Tatsuya Ishikawa (Dragon Spirit and Numan Athletics), and yes, it\'s totemo amazing![/p][p align=\"start\"][/p][p align=\"start\"][img src=\"https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images//45350013/fd4e5d125cd78fdd9ccd1b3f74dc5ba43b9b42ed.png\"][/img][/p][p align=\"start\"][/p][p align=\"start\"]The devs actually made the pilgrimage back in September 2023 to play it in person, while promoting https://store.steampowered.com/app/1659150/SUPER_56/?snr=1_2108_9__2107\"" style="color:#bb86fc;text-decoration:none;">SUPER 56 at TGS.[/p][p align=\"start\"]It was a surreal moment, playing their own game, in a real arcade, in Tokyo.[/p][p align=\"start\"]It was truly a dream come true, and yes, they got a little emotional.[/p][p align=\"start\"][/p]About Mikado Game Center
[p align=\"start\"]Mikado Game Center is one of Tokyos most iconic arcades a haven for retro and fighting game fans. Even if youre not there to play Nippon Marathon, the devs recommend visiting (though lets be honest, that should be the main reason).[/p][p align=\"start\"][/p][p align=\"start\"]Its so legendary that IGN called it One of the Best Arcades in Japan and they werent wrong.[/p][p align=\"start\"][/p][p align=\"start\"]Having Nippon Marathon Turbo Hyper = Running featured at such a venue is a huge honour. So go forth, grab a melon soda, and pay your respects to the arcade gods.[/p][p align=\"start\"][/p]Visiting Tokyo? Go Play It!
[p align=\"start\"]If you\'re in town for TGS or just exploring, head to Mikado Game Center and try Nippon Marathon Turbo Hyper = Running.[/p][p align=\"start\"]Its a rare chance to experience the game in full arcade glory - and maybe shout DAIJOBU! at strangers in person (but maybe dont do that).[/p][p align=\"start\"][/p][p align=\"start\"] Mikado Game Center on Google Maps[/p][p align=\"start\"]Japan, 169-0075 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Takadanobaba, 4 Chome510 [/p][p align=\"start\"][/p]https://maps.app.goo.gl/4pX1hwuiBRPnr3MWA
[p align=\"start\"]\n[/p]Not in Tokyo? Daijoubu! Grab the Original on Steam
[p align=\"start\"]Nippon Marathon is on sale now - complete with mini-games, wipeouts, and all the absurdity you love.[/p][p align=\"start\"][/p][p align=\"start\"][dynamiclink href=\"https://store.steampowered.com/app/746940/Nippon_Marathon/\"][/dynamiclink][/p][p align=\"start\"]Dont forget to wishlist Nippon Marathon 2: Daijoubu and follow for updates on new chaos, contestants, and surprises.[/p][p align=\"start\"][/p][dynamiclink href=\"https://store.steampowered.com/app/3358880/Nippon_Marathon_2_Daijoubu/\"][/dynamiclink]
[p align=\"start\"]Hopefully with your support Nippon Marathon 2 will get its own cabinet someday too. Ive already designed it in my dreams - it involves life-size Shiba Inu statues, pineapple shaped seats, mushroom cloud gas emitters and a button that shouts DAIJOUBU when you push it.[/p][p align=\"start\"][/p][p align=\"start\"]A true masterpiece. I know.[/p][p align=\"start\"]Until then, Ill be waiting at the finish line. Probably upside down.[/p][p align=\"start\"][/p][p align=\"start\"]Stay Daijoubu[/p][p align=\"start\"]Wedy Jones[/p][ 2025-09-27 20:16:18 CET ] [Original Post]
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