YOKOHAMA, Japan – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. will host the 13th annual Nissan Connect Race together with the Japan Blind Marathon Association on March 3 in Kanagawa Prefecture’s Atsugi City.
The tradition began in 2012 with the aim of providing a space where blind runners can safely participate in middle-to-long distance running races.
Runners will gather at the Nissan Technical Center, which dedicates the entire day to the event in a closed environment. Nissan aims to build a bond between enthusiastic runners, spectators and the local community and encourage the development of sports for people of all ages and abilities through friendly competition.
Runners with a visual impairment are welcome to participate with support partners and elementary school children can join in the fun if they are accompanied by a guardian.
The race features several competition categories that cater to all abilities and preferences, including 2.4 km, 5 km and 10 km competitive routes as well as a 1.5- km walking route.
NPO Japan Blind Marathon Association has been supporting events for blind runners since 1984. A portion of the entry fee will be donated to organizations that serve people with a visual impairment.
Nissan aims to be a truly sustainable company that helps realize a cleaner, safer and more inclusive world by providing opportunities to bring together people with diverse needs. This includes the promotion and development of sports for all people regardless of their abilities.
| Event name | Nissan Connect Race |
| Cohosts | Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Japan Blind Marathon Association |
| Supervisors | Atsugi Track-And-Field Association, Isehara City Track-And-Field Association |
| Event dates | March 3, 2024 |
| Venue | Nissan Technical Center, Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
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