Running for fitness
Running is one of the most popular ways to keep fit in Japan: riverbanks, parks and the loop round the Imperial Palace are full of runners. This lesson covers routes, distance and pace, kit, and running with other people. Tap to hear any line. The bar at the bottom plays a hands-free drill for walking.
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25 running words
Each card shows a word and a sentence you'd say about your running or hear from another runner. Five are from Everyday Japanese 1 and 2.
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Distance, pace and how often
Distance is in キロ, pace is minutes per kilometre (キロ + minutes), and how often comes from Everyday Japanese 2.
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- is a u-verb. It looks like a る-verb, but it's , , .
- Popular routes. Riverbanks (), big parks and the 5 km loop round the Imperial Palace (). Busy routes often have a one-way rule, so check the signs.
- Summer heat. Japanese summers are hot and humid. Run early or late, and drink often: .
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Three patterns to use today
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Say it in Japanese
Say each one out loud before you reveal the answer. Getting close counts.