Takanobu Minoshima finished the 42 km race during Osaka Marathon wearing traditional sandals, which can be compared to wooden clogs with short stilts, in just less than three and a half hours. READ:
The seasoned runner completed the 42 km race in just less than three and a half hours, a feat that obviously not everyone can achieve. Takanobu Minoshima was among the runners who took part in the Osaka Marathon 2023 held last February 26.. These sandals are wooden clogs balanced on either one or two stilts.
Regardless of the uncomfortable footwear, Mr. Minoshima was all smiles as he crossed the 15.5 km mark, even waving to the audience. Reaching the 27 km mark, he made a u-turn which was more challenging for him considering his choice of footwear. In the end, Mr. Minoshima completed the 42 km marathon in three hours, 28 minutes, and 55 seconds, with each of his 5-kilometer splits averaging just under 25 minutes.
The Japanese runner comes from the city of Sapporo, Hokkaido, and is reportedly fond of Japanese tradition as well as sports. Thus, his decision to run marathons while wearing Japanese footwear is a culmination of both his interests. Sohu reports that this is the 12th time that Mr. Minoshima has run in a marathon wearing a pair of one-tooth getas.
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