Representative founder of Saurus Japan Co., Ltd.
In addition to his work as a businessman, he is also an active marathon runner, and in 2021, at the age of 40, he set a new personal best of 2 hours 25 minutes 43 seconds.
Currently, he is expanding overseas to spread the culture of running. He is involved in a wide range of activities, from supporting competitions to supporting athletes and citizen runners. His motto is "If you're going to do the same thing, do it in an exciting way."

YouTube channel subscriber count: 44,200

권화운(Hwawoon Kwon)
I'm a Korean actor. The full course record is 2 hours and 40 minutes and I starred in Extreme 84, a Korean marathon entertainment show. I'm going to run the Kobe Marathon while filming a vide.

조해영(Cho Haeyeong)
A creator running and physical therapist based in Korea. She creates content ranging from marathons to trail running, sharing the real atmosphere of races and the process of taking on challenges through story-driven videos. She also shares insights on recovery, injury prevention, and healthy movement from a physical therapist's perspective.
Currently active mainly on YouTube and Instagram, she shares a culture that makes running more fun and inspiring.

PRIVATE ROAD RUNNING CLUB was founded in March 2013, when six runners began running together at ROOM360 in Bangbae-dong, Seoul.Since then, the club has continued its weekly runs every Wednesday at 7:36 PM, regardless of rain or snow.The club actively contributes to Seoul's running culture by organizing various events and projects, including BTGSEL,which is held annually alongside the Seoul Marathon, as well as initiatives such as ISLANDS PROJECT and OUR COMMON FUTURE.
Through running together, the club aims not only to inspire one another toward a healthier lifestyle, but also to share the positive energy each member carries within themselves.Built upon the values ​​of Share & Respect, PRIVATE ROAD RUNNING CLUB hopes that by pursuing the purpose of running together, each member's daily life can move in a more positive direction.

Hi everybody, I'm Jesse from New Zealand! I currently live on the Gold Coast in Australia and have been running for 2.5 years. Kobe Marathon 2026 will be my 4th marathon, and second race in Japan! I hope to run a PB at Kobe Marathon 2026 and get close to 2:35! I cannot wait to get back to Japan and amongst the race atmosphere again!

Harley from New Zealand. Brother of Jesse.  I have been running for 2 years and Kobe marathon 2026 will be my 5th marathon where I hope to run a 2:39! I cannot wait to be back in my favourite country in the world.. JAPAN!

Zeti Cuenca is a Filipina runner, creator, and endurance athlete known for documenting the intersection of running, travel, and lifestyle through digital storytelling.  She is a Garmin Philippines ambassador and Garmin Run Club Philippines Coach. Her content focuses on making running more approachable and inspiring for everyday athletes, often sharing training experiences, races, and active travel from different parts of the world.  Beyond content creation, she is an active member of the Philippine running community and regularly participates in local and international endurance events. She is honored to represent the Philippines at the Kobe Marathon 2026 and looks forward to sharing the experience with the her fellow Saurus Japan athletes and ambassadors. 

The influence runningr from Thailand who trailblazes the running community with Oscar's unique signature full-turn finishing moves. Oscar e is now known as "The Slay Queen of the Finish Line" and has amassed over 50 million views across all social media accounts. Oscar's positivity and enthusiasm have inspired people across the world and Oscar is realized to return to countless more marathons including the "Kobe Marathon" with such smiles, laughter and runway ablaze for years to come.

Hello, my name is Earn.
I am a runner and lifestyle influencer from Thailand. Running has become an important part of my life. Through races, endurance challenges, and daily training, I continue to learn the value of discipline, perseverance, and self-improvement. As an influencer, I enjoy sharing my lifestyle experiences, healthy lifestyle, and positive energy with others. For me, running is not only about achieving personal goals but also about inspiring people to discover their own potential and enjoy the journey. One belief that guides me is: "The person you compete with is the person you were yesterday." I believe that even small steps taken every day can lead to meaningful growth over time. I hope to continue growing as a runner, connecting with people from different cultures, and encouraging others to live an active, healthy, and fulfilling life.
Thank you very much, and I am happy to meet you all.

A Taiwanese marathon YouTuber. He participates in marathon races in Taiwan every weekend and uploads YouTube videos on the same day. Since 2019, he has participated in over 400 marathon races in Taiwan, and is famous in the Taiwanese running community as the "Fastest Professor." His main profession is a professor of astronomy. He recently made headlines for discovering a candidate for the ninth planet in the solar system.

女超人陳榆妡
DoMi美語創辦人，同時也是台中市政府消防形象大使。
身為五個孩子的母親，她曾是一位缺乏自信的家庭主婦，透過跑步、健身與各項運動，一步一步蛻變自我，並成為健美比賽常勝軍。
如今，她活躍於馬拉松與單車賽事，擔任活動代言人，並持續透過社群平台分享自律與成長的歷程，在Facebook已累積超過45,000位追蹤者

Superwoman Ching Mei Chen
Founder of DoMi English and Fire Safety Ambassador for the Taichung City Government. As a mother of five, she was once a housewife lacking in self-confidence. Through running, fitness, and various sports, she transformed herself step by step and became a frequent winner in bodybuilding competitions. Today, she actively participates in marathons and cycling events, serves as an event spokesperson, and continues to share her journey of self-discipline and personal growth through social media, where she has amassed over 45,000 followers on Facebook.

謝忻(Cheryl Hsieh)
從學校的音樂老師，再到電視圈的金鐘獎最佳主持人，現在則是賽道上的破4跑者。 目前朝著波馬BQ邁進。 她用馬拉松證明了自己的自律與能力，也鼓舞了許多市民跑者「萬物皆有可能。」

From a school music teacher to a Golden Bell Award-winning TV host, she is now a sub-4-hour marathoner. She is currently training to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Through her marathon achievements, she has demonstrated her discipline and ability, inspiring many amateur runners with the message that “anything is possible.”

A marathoner since 2018 with 17 full marathons completed, including the World 7 Marathon Majors. It is a great honor to serve as an ambassador for the third consecutive year. Through running, I strive to spread positive influence and connect with people across the globe. Every race, like last year's Kobe Marathon 2025, is a beautiful opportunity to connect with the world and share the joy of running.

As a WA & HKAAA certified coach, I train athletes ranging from school students, NRC Pacers & runners to seniors at Bring in Change.
This year, I am returning to the Kobe Marathon--a race I've run for the past two years--to lead my crew, Minkyō, in pursuing personal records and supporting my students in completing their first-ever marathon."
I began marathoning in 2024 and clocked a PB of 2:43:50 at the 2025 Boston Marathon.