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Going up against Babacar Camara.Feb 21, 2009
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Some footwork by Masashi Joho.Feb 21, 2009
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Tip offFeb 21, 2009
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Practice shotsFeb 21, 2009
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Cheering sectionFeb 21, 2009
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A free throw game is one pregame activity.Feb 21, 2009
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Autographed basketball.Feb 21, 2009
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Kids basketball gameFeb 21, 2009
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Masashi Joho signs autographs.Feb 21, 2009
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Head coach Joe Bryant speaks to the crowd at the end of the game.Feb 21, 2009
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Fans entering Ariake Colosseum for the game between Tokyo Apache and Toyama Grouses on Dec. 28, 2008.Feb 21, 2009
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Fans entering Ariake Colosseum for the game between Tokyo Apache and Toyama Grouses on Dec. 28, 2008.Feb 21, 2009
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Pregame entertainment by Gum Q, a terrific dance troupe of kids who act as the team cheerleaders.Feb 21, 2009
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Signing autographs before the game.Feb 21, 2009
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Tokyo Apache is stunned by a defeat by the last-place team. Better luck the next day which I also attended.Feb 21, 2009
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Progression of a dunk shot.Feb 21, 2009
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Sign for Tokyo Apache vs. Toyama Grouses on Dec. 28, 2008 at Ariake Colosseum.Feb 21, 2009
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SponsorsFeb 21, 2009
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Tokyo Apache Dance Team use a large towel as a prop.Feb 21, 2009
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CoheyFeb 21, 2009
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Cohey AokiFeb 21, 2009
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Jun IwasaFeb 21, 2009
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Half-time show by Tokyo Apache Dance Team.Feb 21, 2009
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A foul by Babacar Camara led to a brief scuffle between him and John Humphrey. After some deliberation by the referees, both were expelled from the game.Feb 21, 2009
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Tokyo Apache Dance Team do their stuff during time outs. They are the cheerleaders who appear on Saturday games.Feb 21, 2009
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Darin MakiFeb 21, 2009
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Masashi JohoFeb 21, 2009
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Tip offFeb 21, 2009
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John "Helicopter" HumphreyFeb 21, 2009
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Some practice shots.Feb 21, 2009
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The Tokyo Apache Dance Team girls swirl around as the player passes through.Feb 21, 2009
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Tokyo Apache team members are introduced as they go through a gauntlet of cheerleaders.Feb 21, 2009
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The basketball players also service the fans with autographs and handshakes before and after the game.Feb 21, 2009
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Ariake can get quiote cold in winter though. They might turn on the heater or they might not.Feb 21, 2009
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It's a shame because it's quite entertaining to watch bj-league basketball games. They are geared for entertainment before and during the game. Feb 21, 2009
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T-shirts for sale.Feb 21, 2009
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Ticket prices are also inexpensive. Perhaps they should offer 500 yen tickets on special campaign days so more people will come out to watch.Feb 21, 2009
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TowelsFeb 21, 2009
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Join the Tokyo Apache booster club.Feb 21, 2009
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Division standings as of Dec. 21, 2008. Tokyo Apache in 1st place, and Grouses in last place among the six teams in the Eastern conference of the bj-league.Feb 21, 2009
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Pregame entertainment by the Tokyo Apache Dance Team (equivalent to cheerleaders). Unfortunately, pro basketball is still a minor sport in Japan. Few people klnow about the bj-league and the teams. Many people in Tokyo have never heard of Tokyo Apache.Feb 21, 2009
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Uniform replica for sale.Feb 21, 2009
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Entrance to Ariake Colosseum for the game between Tokyo Apache and Toyama Grouses on Dec. 27, 2008.Feb 21, 2009
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Ariake Coliseum (Colosseum) in Koto Ward, Tokyo, near Odaiba. One of Tokyo Apache's home courts in Tokyo. Easily accessible via Yurikamome Line (Ariake Station) and Rinkai Line (Kokusai Tenjijo Station). 有明コロシアムFeb 21, 2009
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Sign for Tokyo Apache vs. Toyama Grouses on Dec. 27, 2008.Feb 21, 2009
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Game ends amid loud cheers by Apache fans.Dec 12, 2008
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Final score: 100-99, Tokyo Apache win by 1 point.Dec 12, 2008
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Opposing teams shake hands.Dec 12, 2008
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Nice dunkDec 12, 2008
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John flies up again.Dec 12, 2008
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John up againDec 12, 2008
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Takushi Naoto of Ryukyu Golden KingsDec 12, 2008
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Tokyo Apache head coach Joe Bryant, Kobe's father.Dec 12, 2008
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CleanupDec 12, 2008
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Darin Satoshi MakiDec 12, 2008
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Helicopter flies upDec 12, 2008
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Ryukyu Golden Kings fan section. They came all the way from Okinawa?Dec 12, 2008
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Tokyo Apache Dance TeamDec 12, 2008
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DarinDec 12, 2008
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They changed their outfit and looked more like cheerleaders now.Dec 12, 2008
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HelicopterDec 12, 2008
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Anthony McHenryDec 12, 2008
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Cohey AokiDec 12, 2008
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HalftimeDec 12, 2008
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Darin Maki is from California.Dec 12, 2008
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Make a wave!Dec 12, 2008
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Nick Davis for free throw.Dec 12, 2008
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DrawingDec 12, 2008
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Iwasa JunDec 12, 2008
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Cohey AokiDec 12, 2008
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JohnDec 12, 2008
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Tokyo Apache Dance Team (cheerleaders)Dec 12, 2008
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The game was very enjoyable. But Ariake Colliseum had no heating. It was pretty cold, you need to wear a jacket. But I can imagine the cost of heating this huge arena.Dec 12, 2008
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John "Helicopter" HumphreyDec 12, 2008
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DunkDec 12, 2008
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Joho MasashiDec 12, 2008
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Joho MasashiDec 12, 2008
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Darin MakiDec 12, 2008
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The game started at 6 pm.Dec 12, 2008
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The Koto Ward mayor tosses the ball for a tip-off.Dec 12, 2008
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Koto Ward mayor says a few words. This was Koto Ward Appreciation Day.Dec 12, 2008
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National anthemDec 12, 2008
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Ryukyu Golden Kings practice.Dec 12, 2008
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Booster club members sitting in the "Apache Seats" (2,500 yen for adults) at one end of the court.Dec 12, 2008
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Tokyo Apache practice.Dec 12, 2008
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Inside Ariake Colosseum. The front row seats along the court edge are called "Premium Seats" which cost 20,000 yen each. Includes free drinks and food delivered to your seat.Dec 12, 2008
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A low five...Dec 12, 2008
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Tokyo Apache team members are introduced as they go through a gauntlet of cheerleaders.Dec 12, 2008
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Team huddleDec 12, 2008
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More pregame entertainment.Dec 12, 2008
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Tokyo Apache Dance Team (equivalent to cheerleaders)Dec 12, 2008
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Uniforms sold in the lobby.Dec 12, 2008
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Tokyo Apache basketball court. The bj League also focuses on entertainment and seeks fans in their localities through booster clubs. Ticket prices in Tokyo are quite cheap (as low as 2,000 yen for adults).Dec 12, 2008
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Tokyo Apache practice on court. The team is a member of the bj League, Japan's top pro basketball league. Unlike Japan's other pro basketball league (Japan Basketball League), foreign players can play in the bj League.Dec 12, 2008
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Pre-game activities starting at 4 pm started with a free throw which anybody could participate.Dec 12, 2008
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Tokyo Apache merchandise sold in the lobby. Named after the American Indian tribe, the team was established in June 2004 and was one of the inaugural teams of the bj league in Nov. 2005.Dec 12, 2008
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Entrance to Ariake Colosseum at around 4 pm, 2 hours before tip-off for the game between Tokyo Apache and Ryukyu Golden Kings on Nov. 29, 2008.Dec 12, 2008
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Ariake Coliseum (Colosseum) in Koto Ward, Tokyo, near Odaiba. One of Tokyo Apache's home courts in Tokyo. Easily accessible via Yurikamome Line (Ariake Station) and Rinkai Line (Kokusai Tenjijo Station). 有明コロシアムDec 12, 2008
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Inside Tokyo Big Sight, an endless stream of runners walk past a crowd looking for their friend or relative.Feb 20, 2008
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Road to finish lineFeb 20, 2008
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After the marathon, the runners enter Tokyo Big Sight and change clothing.Feb 20, 2008
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The finish line. Unlike last year, we could not approach the finish line and see the runners crossing it up close. Also see my video at YouTube.Feb 20, 2008
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Bleachers at the finish line. (Open to the public.)Feb 20, 2008
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Music entertainment also provided by high school bands.Feb 20, 2008
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The bleachers were crowded with people. Unlike last year when it was raining and few people was here.Feb 20, 2008
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Runners and their relatives/friends leave Tokyo Big Sight. Ahead is the marathon festival site.Feb 20, 2008
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Spiderman. Can he actually see through the mask?Feb 20, 2008
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What would a marathon be without a cow costume? Her sash says "Let's drink milk." It's true that milk consumption in Japan has been decreasing. Dunno why. One of my favorite drinks. (I have strong bones.)Feb 20, 2008
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Approaching the finish line.Feb 20, 2008
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There is a meeting place inside Tokyo Big Sight. Most marathons use a large park for runners to gather after the race. But Tokyo Big Sight is used for the Tokyo Marathon because it is indoors and unaffected by the weather. It's also warm inside.Feb 20, 2008
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DevilFeb 20, 2008
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What character is this?Feb 20, 2008
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Goal in sight. Runners had to cross the finish line by 4:10 pm. The vast majority did so.Feb 20, 2008
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Mikoshi portable shrine. Probably a shrine priest.Feb 20, 2008
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View from finish line bleachers.Feb 20, 2008
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Higashi Kokubaru, Governor of Miyazaki Prefecture. The only celebrity I was able to recognize.Feb 20, 2008
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Higashi Kokubaru, Governor of Miyazaki Prefecture running in Tokyo Marathon 2008Feb 20, 2008
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Bridesmaid? Gosh, she's carrying a handbag.Feb 20, 2008
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Tiger headFeb 20, 2008
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Highway coneFeb 20, 2008
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Whale or fishFeb 20, 2008
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Tokyo TowerFeb 20, 2008
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TomoFeb 20, 2008
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Daisy DuckFeb 20, 2008
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Another bunnyFeb 20, 2008
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Hula dancer? Not from Hawaii though.Feb 20, 2008
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Wish I got a clearer shot of this cute Minnie Mouse.Feb 20, 2008
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What is it?Feb 20, 2008
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Can't figure out this one.Feb 20, 2008
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Colorful and cheerful. Many runners were still smiling and laughing. They were having fun.Feb 20, 2008
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Middle-age cutenessFeb 20, 2008
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Cute maid who knows how to smile for the camera.Feb 20, 2008
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"Today's my birthday" is written on her sash.Feb 20, 2008
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She wasn't the only one in a maid costume.Feb 20, 2008
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PikachuFeb 20, 2008
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HorseFeb 20, 2008
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Rabbit ears were popular among women at the Tokyo Marathon 2008Feb 20, 2008
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Almost there...Feb 20, 2008
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Posing for the camera.Feb 20, 2008
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This guy must be from Hawaii...Feb 20, 2008
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WheelchairsFeb 20, 2008
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Ariake StationFeb 20, 2008
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Muscular maid at Tokyo Marathon 2008Feb 20, 2008
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Jazz groupFeb 20, 2008
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For this marathon, I concentrated on shooting these great costumed runners.Feb 20, 2008
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Try riding on a racing wheelchair.Feb 20, 2008
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Passing by Tokyo Big Sight, the finish.Feb 20, 2008
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Meanwhile, at Tokyo Big Sight, a marathon festival was taking place. Numerous food stalls and entertainment.Feb 20, 2008
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Balloon manFeb 20, 2008
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BannerFeb 20, 2008
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Ethnic booth (Afghanistan)Feb 20, 2008
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Cameras were also at the Shinagawa U-turn where some runners posed.Feb 20, 2008
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From Shinagawa, they head to Ginza.Feb 20, 2008
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Chinese dragon danceFeb 20, 2008
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Country hickFeb 20, 2008
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Shinagawa U-turn (15 km point)Feb 20, 2008
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Smile for the camera!!Feb 20, 2008
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Imperial PalaceFeb 20, 2008
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Iwaida-bashi Bridge over the Imperial Palace moat, next to Hibiya Park.Feb 20, 2008
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Imperial PalaceFeb 20, 2008
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I agree with her costume. Anybody running (and completing) a marathon is Super.Feb 20, 2008
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The Blue (or Blues?) BrothersFeb 20, 2008
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Now in Shinagawa, at the U-turn.Feb 20, 2008
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Iwaida-bashi Bridge over the Imperial Palace moat, exiting the Imperial PalaceFeb 20, 2008
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Women in happi coats labeled with "Tokushima University" and "Honolulu Marathon." Perhaps they ran in the Honolulu Marathon (held in Dec.) as well.Feb 20, 2008
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Somehow a samurai outfit does not match jogging sneakers.Feb 20, 2008
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Road near Imperial Palace.Feb 20, 2008
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What is she?Feb 20, 2008
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21 km point in Yurakucho.Feb 20, 2008
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Chinaman's hatFeb 20, 2008
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The leading pack reach the halfway point.Feb 20, 2008
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TigerFeb 20, 2008
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YodaFeb 20, 2008
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The mass media trucks.Feb 20, 2008
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Many in the leading pack were African.Feb 20, 2008
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Now in Yurakucho, near Ginza.Feb 20, 2008
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"Due to the Tokyo Marathon, you cannot cross the road. Use the underground pasage."Feb 20, 2008
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