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Sport and the city: skiing, cycling and running in Tokyo

FT Globetrotter’s favourite ways to stay fit in Japan’s vibrant capital

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Greater Tokyo on two wheels: cycling beyond the centre of the capital
Explore an Edo-era town, sample superb seafood and realise your Olympian-cyclist dreams on these routes around the outskirts of Tokyo
Local heroes: three of inner Tokyo’s most rewarding bike routes
In this vast metropolis, exploring the capital’s neighbourhoods on short cycle rides is a great way to get to know the lie of the land
The Imperial Palace: the best 5k run in Tokyo
The ultra-popular route is a must-do for runners, says FT correspondent Leo Lewis, as long as you observe the local etiquette
Snow patrol: the best ski resorts for a day trip from Tokyo
Some of Japan’s finest slopes are only a short bullet train-ride away from the capital
Tsuneo Kita on the beauty of Tokyo by foot
The former Nikkei chairman’s guide to the Japanese capital, with scenic runs and walks rounded off with fine food and culture