How I ACCIDENTLY Ran a PB to Beat a Japanese Legend!
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Jake Barraclough, aka "Ran To Japan"
⚠️ Train Harder, Not Smarter.
🇬🇧 Documenting my life ‘on the run’ in Japan!
When you think of Japanese marathon running there’s probably one name that comes to mind… the legend, Yuki Kawauchi. Known as the ‘citizen runner’, since while working full time for the government, without any brand sponsorship, he pulled off one of the greatest upsets in running history by winning the Boston Marathon and shocking the world. I’ve always been inspired by his underdog story and his unorthodox training methods, which include racing a marathon nearly every month! But in this video, my idol will turn rival as we battle it out on the race course ⚔️
a little contribution towards your next pair of shoes. Given your efforts and commitment you deserve to test and compare new pairs of racing kicks for your Tokyo debut!
Jheeez you hero, that’s very kind! Pretty sure my monthly shoe expenditure isn’t far off what I’m paying for rent, so this is very much appreciated 😂🙌
Met your mate Sota at a running event over here in Perth yesterday. He only had the nicest things to say about you which confirmed to me that you are indeed a legend and are taking over TH-cam running. Keep up the great work mate, hoping great things come your way in this marathon coming up.
Ahhh Sota’s a legend! Appreciate it mate, good luck your running too 🔥
For the rice costs ! Keep it going mate ✌🏽
Let’s gooooo, cheers mate! 🍚🍚🍚
What a great honour for Yuki to run with you Jake, although he definitely needs to train a bit harder.
He’s been slacking on the 50k long runs I reckon, poor effort 🙄😂
He’s turning old now bro 😂
Two days after a 50k, a PB in the half marathon, and second place. This is so awesome. I am so pleased for you. The best running channel on YT just got better. 😂
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Everyone in the race is very humble! Congratulations on the PB Jake!
Congratulations! Your joy in running and your interest in Japanese running culture is just as delightful to see as your impressive times!
The fact that you can chat away in Japanese already is crazy impressive. Keep it up man. Going places.
I’m gonna be honest, I didn’t really have a clue what Yuki was saying at the time… was just nodding in agreement like I did 😂 It was only watching it back about 5 times during the edit that I finally got the full idea!
Japanese is gramatically very easy and consists of very easy sounds to pronounce. People quickly learn to speak japanese because of that. The part that makes this language one of the most difficult to learn is writing and reading. :) If japanese had latin alphabet it would be one of the easiest languages to learn. But it's still impressive how he has courage to continue conversations in foreign language even when he does not understand and that he mimics japanese tone of speaking quite well too.
@@RanToJapanman, I know that feeling!
But if you’re able to vibe the conversation and respond naturally it means you’ve got that subconscious understanding down at least a bit. Doing great so far mate! Couple more years and you won’t even have to think about what language you’re speaking!
Congrats on the PB! i'm currently running on Puma's. not sure which brands i'm going to try out next 😄
Cheers for the gift! I’ve not tried puma ever myself, might have to give em a go - I’ve heard good things 🔥
Yuki Kawauchi's approach to running is so similar to Jake's. He may be coming back from injury now, but for many years he raced marathons about ever 2 weeks or so, whereas most elite marathoners race 2-3 races a year. Mr. Kawauchi totally gets it: train harder, not smarter! Jake, congrats on this shining moment, mate. Dream-come-true stuff.
Another great video, you're a credit to Britain. Start a patreon/membership so viewers can send you some regular support.
You legend, thanks a lot! Good idea, I’ve just gotta find the time to set up something where I could offer extra content for members 🔥
@@RanToJapanlove that you’re not willing to do that unless you can give something worthwhile in return! Here’s a possible idea: why not do extra “run with me” videos? Maybe it’s raw or lightly edited footage of your training runs, and it could be a conversational “these are tips I know/here’s what life is like/I really like watching these movies” or maybe you ask some of your friends to run with you and it’s just a genuine run with some light conversation between you two? It’d be something for the viewers to see a bit more into what your training is like and would create a more personal connection for your members
Just a thought though! Obviously, you have the final say in what content you make, and I’m loving everything you’re pumping out!
Congrats Jake on your PB!
It’s always great to see you running in Jpn and enjoy the atmosphere of their races.
As an Asian in UK I am so jealous you could ran alongside Yuki and missed my days in Jpn😅
All the best in your Tokyo marathon!
Yuki Kawauchi running a marathon in heavy rain, strong headwinds and 4 degree celsius temperature : *Ah yes, perfect weather conditions.*
We love Yuki here in Perth. He did a few races over here. Was always an honour to run in his shadow, knowing his story
This is the best channel on TH-cam, my boy killing it
Jake, You're a Legend!
Your enthusiasm is Sooo contagious and your uploads are Quality (like your running!)
You WILL turn pro and I would be very surprised if there weren't some conversations later this year.. Good Luck Jake and thank you for sharing your journey with us. 😊
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Thanks for the support!! 🙌🙌🙌
Well done Jake! Great episode. You're a fantastic ambassador for British running and the running community in general.
Danke!
Legend, appreciate it man! 💯
Amazing content as always! It's so nice to see you interview elite Japanese runners in their own language also. I can't wait to see what you come up with for Tokyo Marathon!
Watching this instead of the Super Bowl
I love running and I love Japan. Your channel is the perfect combo! Thank you TH-cam for recommending me this channel so early on :) Keep up the great work, Jake!
You do deserve serious sponsorship!!!!
You are absolutely nuts. You'll be running for GB I think, give it a year or two 💪
New subscriber here. This is awesome! Yuki is an absolute beast! What a privilege to meet and interview him. On a side note can I ask how you’ve managed to learn Japanese so quickly?keep up the good work
Cheers! I studied at a Japanese language school for 1 year but tbf since finishing that I think my level has been declining over the past few months!
What a banger of a video!
What a result, and the interviews afterwards were brilliant!
love all your content jake, As a runner I am inspired by your content and I have been binge watching it. keep it up!
Toe socks are a Game Changer!
Especially in rain or hot weather when your trainers get soaked. I can't run in regular socks anymore... instant blisters and hot spots.
Great Video Jake as always your an absolute LEGEND mate and a complete MACHINE! well done on the PB 👏👏👏😁🥈🏃♂
Outstanding my friend ✊ You are now my favorite running channel ❤️😎
Wow! Yuki is on Ran to Japan😍
so inspiring to watch, thanks for these videos :) you're an absolute machine
Another banger of a video! I see that 少しずつの日本語上達！
every upload is just pure pleasure to watch
And you'd think a running channel would be boring!🤦 Unpacking curious prize bags, food reviews, culture insights, crazy cooking, ultra mileage, questionable training methods, quirky humor, and an upbeat lunatic trying to make it against the odds, what's not to like??!! Content keeps getting better and better!! 👍👍
Crazy how anyone even got off the starting line after being frozen stiff, you looked like a frozen fish stick! 🥶
😂😂 love that, cheers!
this channel will groooow, very entertaining... congrats on the amazing HM and thank you for sharing your journey! cheers from Austria
Who needs a gopro when you are in the leading pack!!!
Hello from Chicago! Great content and looking forward to watching your awesome journey. It’s not a question of if you will go PRO, it is only a question of when! Keep running 🏃
I’m only here for the prize unboxing!!! Let’s gooooo
Edit: Of course there’s’ Curry!!!!
Love the fellow runner interviews!! And yes! Japanese running culture is amazing! Hit up that kit deal! Ran to Japan kit here we come!!
２位素晴らしい！東京マラソンが楽しみですね！
Lowkey ran away from family dinner when I saw you had uploaded. Love your videos ❤
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Love your videos Jake and so impressed with your language skills. Interview with Yuki was brilliant.
“Accidentally ran a PB” love it 😂 honestly mate I think your channel is such brilliant content for all of us, I really mean it 👊 also, Yuki is brilliant, so charismatic!
Best day of the week when you post a new video. Did my long run today. Didn’t run a new PB but got cramps… accidentally, of course. 😝
Congratulations to you man keep it up
Top video again. Massive congrats on your PB... who could have guessed :D
Great video as always and that race was just perfect 🤩Wish you all the best Jake
Always looking forward to your videos. Love them. Inspiring runs Jake. Keep it up.
I've ran a marathon in the Alphafly 3 and while they felt absolutely fine, I can't tell you how excited I am to run Manchester in the Pro 4! Something else they are. Same colourway you have 👌🏼
What a legend Harry is sending you those shoes!
Congrats 64:59 2days after 50km & a 230km wk!! 🎉
What a performance! Love your content mate, keep at it. Adidas (or someone!) should be in your DMs to sponsor you after this shoe revelation.
This was an awesome video. Can’t believe you got to race with Yuki that’s insane! You’re absolutely killing it mate keep it up. Would you be okay with sharing the website for the racing gear? I’ve been on a search for Japanese style running gear for ages but have had no luck. Cheers bruv!
Thanks mate, yeah was unreal meeting him and having a little chat! Actually I read it wrong with that website (as you see my Japanese is lacking) and it’s just a custom design brand so you can create your own kit. Unfortunately there isn’t really any way of buying the Japanese race kits - they’re exclusive for members of the teams here
@@RanToJapan yeah that’s makes sense. Appreciate the response regardless. Keep it up lad will be following your journey, all the best!
Great run,almost there . good luck with next week's race go for it
Banger content and wild run as always. Can never not click on your vids. Cheers for sharing
I cannot wait for that Marugame Half video since seeing your results on Strava!
Absolute monster 😂 Fair play Jake!
New video = Insta like. Genuinely hope you will smash your PB in Tokyo 🙏
legendary interview
great vid! you're going to go far!
Congrats on your PB, Jake. What an amazing runner you are! I am pretty sure that soon your name will be recognized by all the elite runners in Japan. Yuki has always been my inspiration and he is such a gentleman, isn't he? Beat Osako in Tokyo!!
Osako’s next on the hit list! 🎯
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Nice one Jake, they say never meet your heroes! The AP4 is legit a great shoe for marathons and Evo SL great for everything. Prefer the AP4 over Alphafly 3. Love how you talk about 2:12 pace then it goes straight kamikaze mode😂
What a banger Jake! Love this video!
The Adidas Adios Pro 4 is just so good and the fact you don't have the risk of the Nike AirPods popping, is 100% worth the change. I hope the next VaporFly 4 is a real alternative.
Jake....I GONNA GET IN A PACK!!...... Few km in, 6 runners at front, running wide on his own next to the pack🤣👊 Mental PB with that wind and lapped runners and after a MONSTER week....Hope no injuries to Tokyo and see you pop out that 2:12
I saw that too and made me laugh... Obviously finding it too easy 😂
Running the shortest line… dunno what the Japanese guys were playing at! 😂
@@RanToJapan 🤣🤣🤣🤣👊
so good. well done👏👏👏👏
Hi Jake, that "insect repellant gel" is actually about 水虫 (mizumushi, athlete's foot) and たむし (tamushi, Dermatophytosis or "ringworm"). But I had to look it up. Seeing 虫/むし/mushi I absolutely wouldn't have thought so 😅
Oh god, Kanji really are a nightmare 😂 Cheers for the info!
Well Done on your new PB
first a sub 3 50 then a 64 minute half you are crazy
Congratulations Jake!
you're a legend
this content is epic man, keep it up!
Fitness is looking good mate!!
I think there is very little difference in the speed of the top super shoes from different brands. I think newness probably helps. The foam is so soft in all of them that i doubt after 100km they have anything like the same energy return.
I get a lot more kms from mine, but then I’m only 63kg. It depends on the runner I think.
@@josephgonzalez_ definitely I'm 90kg. I'm sure 80kg blokes will get more out of the shoes, as will 70kg and below!
Adidas where are you in comments to help our fella Jake to switch for your brand 😏
Great stuff Jake.
Yes plodders, absolutely unreal smoke. Huuuuuge performance
Harry is the.man to know
Looking forward to the rest of the vid
Just got myself the pro 4’s and evo sl - love them both. Have had Nike in the past too! Great race btw!
My marathon king!
Nice job!
Great video! AP4 all the way and the Evo SL is one of the best shoes ever for everyday training.
Great video , make me very want to go to Japan .
Bro you are a monster. Marathon should be scared of you
Absolute bonkers to know the times you were running two years ago to now
Good stuff!
Your a beast bro
5:19 what a move hhh
Is there no prize money in these big events? Seemed like a lot of participants, coverage and sponsers, normally theres a little cash prize? Loving the content recently!
Usually not in Japan, just the random selection of goods instead! It’s only the major marathons where you can get some of that sweet cash money
Congrats
Big in Japan....the Song is for you
EVO SL is an unreal shoe. I’ve been doing all my threshold work and sessions in them and don’t miss the carbon plate at all
I picked up a pair of the adidas supernova rise. Loving them for road/treadmill runs
Best day of the week🎉
Too good too good ❤😊
Proud of you amazing
I am enjoying your channel so much :) With my 5:00 pace haha
I have both Alpha 3 and Pro 4. Prefer Alpha 3 for races and use the Pro 4 for fast runs in bad weather since the grip is the best in the game
Pro 4 are the best! New pb says it all