Nozomi Tanaka to appear on Tetsuko no Heya

Japanese middle-distance runner Nozomi Tanaka is scheduled to appear on the TV Asahi talk show ‘Tetsuko no Heya’ on September 30. Tanaka, a prominent figure in Japanese athletics, recently made history by becoming the first Japanese woman to reach the 1,500m final at the Tokyo Olympics, breaking the national record in the process. She also recently achieved seven consecutive victories at the All Japan Championships.

During the program, Tanaka is expected to discuss her training regimen, which includes running 20 kilometers daily under the guidance of her father, who serves as her coach. She will also share her passion for reading and her experiences traveling abroad for competitions.