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Born To Run
(March 23, 2007)
On February 18, 2007, the inaugural Tokyo Marathon was held, with the course taking runners past such famous landmarks as the Imperial Palace, Ginza, and Asakusa. This was a major event that attracted nearly 30,000 participants.
Ice Dreams
(February 28, 2007)
The National Hockey League now has its first-ever Japanese player. Goalie Fukufuji Yutaka, 24, who was promoted to the flagship team by the Los Angeles Kings organization, made his debut during a game against the St. Louis Blues.
Dream Matchup
(February 2, 2007)
A number of Japanese baseball players have used the posting system this off-season to go to the Major Leagues. This coming baseball season in the United States will allow fans to see some dream match-ups among Japanese stars.
