This podcast introduces some eye-opening Japanese customs or heartwarming incidents that I noticed when I rode on a bike in Tokyo and other cities.
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This podcast introduces some eye-opening Japanese customs or heartwarming incidents that I noticed when I rode on a bike in Tokyo and other cities.
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September 2, 2021
#8 Sugiura Keiko, a gold medalist of para-cycling
Hi, everyone. Welcome back to JapanByBike.fm. In this podcast, I would like to introduce some eye-opening Japanese customs or heartwarming incidents that I noticed when I ride on a bike in Tokyo or other cities. Today, I would like to talk about aging. We are getting older every day. To tell you why I chose this topic, I must introduce a superwoman. Her name is Sugiura Yoshiko. She is a Japanese cyclist. And, she is a Paralympian. And, she is a gold medalist in the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics. Amazingly, she is 50 years old. Let me briefly explain her career. In 2016, she got injured in a cycling road race and fainted for one week. In spite of this serious accident, she barely survived, but she had higher brain dysfunction. During the rehabilitation, an acquaintance recommended para-cycling, and she started her career as a para-cyclist. I know she doesn't like to be discussed in the context of her age of 50. Actually, when she got an interview just after winning the gold medal at the women's road time trial, she jokingly said to the reporter; "Hey, you said my age again, I forgot about my age today. The chance to set a record for being the youngest will never come again, but the opportunity to set a new record for being the oldest will always be there. Oh my god, I added a bigger pressure to me just now. It's awesome." Hmmm,... I have to apologize to her, but what I am most impressed is the contrast between her performance and her age. Of course, it is really great to be a gold medalist, but I can't stay away from her age when I talk. What if I became a 50-year-old man? Can I still pedal on my road bike? Can I still challenge myself? Can I still try something and achieve a goal? And can I make as big a smile as she did? She gave me a hint to think more about my life at the age of 50. Sugiura Keiko will bid for her second Paralympic gold in the road race on Friday, September 3rd in the morning, so stay tuned. That's all for today. Thanks for listening to JapanByBike.fm and see you at the next episode.
September 1, 2021
#7 Disaster Prevention Day in Japan
Hi, everyone. Welcome back to JapanByBike.fm. In this podcast, I would like to introduce some eye-opening Japanese customs or heartwarming incidents that I noticed when I ride on a bike in Tokyo or other cities. Today I want to talk about one of the biggest earthquakes in Japan, which is called the Great Kanto Earthquake in 1923. Why? Because it occurred on September 1st, so today is the 98th anniversary of the earthquake. That earthquake had a magnitude of 7.9 on the moment magnitude scale, which is capitalized in Japanese history. It is said that more than 100,000 people died or were missing because of that earthquake or the aftermath. Actually, that earthquake occurred at lunchtime, when many people used fire at that time. To make matters worse, that day was windy at the effect of the typhoon. For these two reasons, there were fire tornados around Tokyo, and many Japanese wooden houses were burned down. that's why lots of people became the victim. That happened 98 years ago. Of course I was not born yet. But when I was a boy, many people who experienced that earthquake talked about it. In addition, September 1st is designated to be the day for Disaster Prevention Day. Almost every year in the 20th century, we had a fire drill to evacuate from such disasters. That's why September 1st is engraved in my heart. Unfortunately, Japan had to experience lots of other tragic earthquakes in the Kansai region, Niigata, Kumamoto, and the Great East Japan Earthquake. Since Japan has lots of natural disasters, you might experience one of them when you stay in Japan. But don't worry; we are ready for it and we will not get panicked. maybe. Here is one thing that I want to say; when you are in Japan do as Japanese people do, especially when you face natural disasters. That's all for today. Thanks for listening to JapanByBike.fm and see you at the next episode.
July 13, 2021
#6 Ohtani Shohei's best quotes that I like
Hi, everyone. Welcome back to JapanByBike.fm. In this podcast, I would like to introduce some eye-opening Japanese customs or heartwarming incidents that I noticed when I ride on a bike in Tokyo or other cities. Did you watch Ohtani Shohei at the 2021 homerun derby today? He failed to Soto at the first round but he seemed to enjoy the event a lot. So, today I would like to talk about his impressive remarks that I like. Before that let me introduce him very briefly. Ohtani Shohei is one of the most outstanding Japanese Major League Baseball player now, and I am proud that he has been chosen to be the starting pitcher and designated hitter in 2021 MLB All-Star Game. It's quite rare to find a two-way player, so there are lots of controversies before he succeeds. Here, I would like to quote five of his impressive remarks that I like by translating them into English. #1 No one has done it before, only I am doing it, and there may be "a thing that only I can do", so I am playing as a pitcher and a fielder. That's fascinating in any genre. #2 I think it's wasteful to limit myself without any reason by saying, 'it's my limit'. #3 Befor the first year at Major League Baseball, I visited Ichiro's home. Of course, He gave me some technical advice, but he also said, "you should believe your talents, what you have done, and your potential." That words became the start for me to change. #4 There are many people who say my baseball, but I don't care to anyone who wants to say something to me. I do my best and that is most important. #5 I have negative thoughts. I remember the bad things more vividly than the good ones. Therefore, when I see my weakness, I strongly feel that I want to fix it up. Is there anything you like? That's all for today. Thanks for listening to JapanByBike.fm and see you at the next episode.
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