Two days ago the opportunity to travel to Japan for two weeks at the end of Jan came up. True to form, the absolute first thing I did was search for races! I found two 1/2s and 3 fulls that could be possible during the timeframe (of course none would be easy logistically as far as travel, but when has that ever stopped me?). While I'm not really cozy with the idea of doing a full I know I could, but I'd prefer a half. Partially because it's what I'm trained for at the moment, but also because it would count towards my Sun status for the Half Fanatics!
There is much to be worked out before the trip even occurs and there is much I'd like to do while there if it does happen; however a race is second only to seeing Nagoya (my grandfather was stationed there in 1946 and it held a lot of meaning for him - and therefore for me as well). At this point a race may be a pipe dream...there are a lot of obstacles, travel being the least of them: all of the websites are only in Japanese, what little I'm getting through translating software indicates registration closed in October for many, etc; but I'm not willing to throw in the towel just yet.
Stay tuned to find out if my first race of 2013 will be in Japan! (and wish me luck!!! Say a little prayer!!! or refer me to any Japanese speaking friends for assistance!!!! I'll take whatever help I can get!)
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