Achievements
- All results regarding marathon, unless stated otherwise
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Representing  Japan | ||||
| 1986 | Lake Biwa Marathon | Ōtsu, Japan | 1st | 2:14:55 |
| 1988 | Fukuoka Marathon | Fukuoka, Japan | 1st | 2:11:04 |
Toshihiro Shibutani (born August 30, 1962) is a retired long-distance runner from Japan, who won the 1988 edition of the Fukuoka Marathon, clocking 2:11:04 on December 4, 1988.
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Representing Japan | ||||
| 1986 | Lake Biwa Marathon | Ōtsu, Japan | 1st | 2:14:55 |
| 1988 | Fukuoka Marathon | Fukuoka, Japan | 1st | 2:11:04 |
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