Junko Asari
Japanese long-distance runner (track and field), coach
About Junko Asari
Born 1969. Junko Asari is a Japanese marathon runner, long-distance runner, athletics competitor and track and field coach.
is a retired Japanese marathon runner.
She won the gold medal at the 1993 World Championships in a time of 2:30:03 hours. In addition she won the Tokyo International Women's Marathon in 1995 and 1998 and the Osaka Ladies Marathon in 1993. Her personal best time was 2:26:10, from January 1994 in Osaka. She finished 17th at the 1996 Summer Olympics.
Achievements All results regarding marathon, unless stated otherwise
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Who is Junko Asari?
Japanese long-distance runner (track and field), coach
When was Junko Asari born?
Junko Asari was born on 22 September 1969 in Kazuno.
What is Junko Asari's occupation?
Junko Asari is a marathon runner, long-distance runner, athletics competitor and track and field coach.
What nationality is Junko Asari?
Junko Asari is Japanese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Junko Asari. https://biography.guide/junko-asari/
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