http://www.sanspo.com/geino/news/110122/gnj1101220508017-n1.htm
translated by Brett Larner
On Jan. 21 comedian Kanpei Hazama, 61, completed his round-the-world solo running and sailing "Earth Marathon," crossing the finish line onstage at Osaka's Nanba Grand Kagetsu auditorium. Greeted by his wife Mitsuyo, 53, and a large crowd of his fellow celebrities, Hazama, who was diagnosed with cancer partway through his run, wept openly before leading a group cheer of "Thank you!" The 41,000 km journey around the world took 766 days and passed through 18 countries including Japan.
Translator's note: Hazama's Youtube channel includes hundreds of videos documenting his trip.
translated by Brett Larner
On Jan. 21 comedian Kanpei Hazama, 61, completed his round-the-world solo running and sailing "Earth Marathon," crossing the finish line onstage at Osaka's Nanba Grand Kagetsu auditorium. Greeted by his wife Mitsuyo, 53, and a large crowd of his fellow celebrities, Hazama, who was diagnosed with cancer partway through his run, wept openly before leading a group cheer of "Thank you!" The 41,000 km journey around the world took 766 days and passed through 18 countries including Japan.
Translator's note: Hazama's Youtube channel includes hundreds of videos documenting his trip.
Comments
I went out to Osaka Castle park to see him finish the other night with the family. Thought it important that I show support for such an achievement. It's a great story and a lesson I thought my kids would benefit from.