This is a fascinating documentary about Keirin racing in Japan. The sport was developed there in 1948 (according to the internet) or 1949 (according to the film) as a way to raise money to help the war-ravaged nation recover.
It's interesting to see such a culturally-specific and unique interpretation of the sport of cycling.
The doco features the Japan Keiren School. Apparently, the 10% of applicants who are accepted into the school endure intensive 15-hour days in the hope of graduating to become professionals.
The Japanese spend close to 10 billion dollars on bets each year.
I love doing cycling. Can i be a part of it? It will be my honor to be one. By the way very well written article. Can you share more so i could learn from you. Thanks.
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