{
  "id": 17697683,
  "title": "‘Lazy’ running becomes fresh way for Tokyo runners to build community",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/lazy-running-becomes-fresh-way-for-tokyo-runners-to-build-community",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-01T23:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Japan Times",
    "slug": "japan-times",
    "url": "https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/11/02/our-lives/tokyo-running-clubs-community-ties/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On a bright morning in Tokyo's Nakameguro district, a group of runners convene, forming a circle as they stretch. They engage in an ice-breaking question that resonates with any runner: \"What is the best post-run indulgence?\" (Popular choices include coffee, beer, and smoothies). The Meguro River Lazy Runners, despite their name, are not the stereotypical hardcore marathon runners. Alice Gregg, who founded the group three years ago, sought a more relaxed running experience after trying various clubs in the city that were intense and training-focused. Gregg explains that their group is \"very casual\" and not training for any specific race.",
  "summary": "An increasing number of coffee-centric, sociable running clubs are starting up across Tokyo, drawing more casual runners in search of community.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}