Journeys in Japan Season 1 Episode 25 Izu-Oshima, Tokyo: Island of Marathon Dreams 2010
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Izu-Oshima, the largest of the seven islands in the Izu chain, lies 120 kilometers south of Tokyo. It was formed by volcanic action, and the volcano in the center of the island is still active. Because of its size, hilly terrain and tranquil environment, Oshima is a popular training base for long-distance runners. Double Olympic medalist Yuko Arimori used the island as her training base ahead of her successful marathons. In this episode of "journeys in japan", Arimori visits Oshima with our reporter, JJ, and takes him to some of her favorite places on the island. (Excerpt)
- Released: 2010-10-12
- Runtime: 28 minutes
- Genre: Documentary
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2. Toyama City, Toyama 2010-03-02
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4. Naoshima, Kagawa: Island of Art 2010-04-06
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10. Toyokawa, Aichi 2010-05-25
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11. Himeji, Hyogo 2010-06-01
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12. Naruto, Tokushima 2010-06-15
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15. Geo-Touring in Kyushu 2010-07-06
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16. Mino City, Gifu 2010-07-13
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20. Spring & Summer 2010 Highlights 2010-09-07
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23. Ashikaga City, Tochigi 2010-09-28
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26. Hita City, Oita 2010-10-19
