


For the 102nd Hakone Ekiden in 2026, the shoes worn by the winners of the 10 stages are shown in the images. Among them
adidas 6 pairs as stage winners, accounting for 60%,
Puma 2 pairs — both on outbound legs — accounting for 20%,
ASICS and On one pair each.
Does that match what you expected?
Additionally, attached is an image summarizing sports-brand sponsorship of the schools:
Nike 5 schools,
adidas, ASICS, Mizuno 4 schools each,
Puma 2 schools,
New Balance 1 school.
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