Have trained for the TCR when living in Tokyo. About 50km of riding through the suburbs to Saitama less than ideal. I ran round a running track and did burpees during the week
Its not ideal for sure and any decent terrain is 50-60km away but at least that means I get some decently long rides in :) I presume you dont live in Tokyo anymore based on "when living in tokyo "
Fair , i was just looking to differentiate between the 800-1000 m peaks near Tokyo and the 2500m big boys in Nagano and Hokkaido :)