YANO Tatsuhikoi​

Born in 1952 in Kochi Prefecture, he is the president of the Nanba Technique Association and a leading proponent of “Nanba running,” a technique that has been featured twice on the popular TV program Omoikkiri TV and adopted by numerous elite athletes.

He is a professor at Toho Gakuen University, a certified senior track and field coach, and a coach for the Toho High School basketball team. His expertise spans mental training, mind-body control, fitness coaching, and health education.

His notable publications include the bestsellers Nanba Running (Kobunsha), Incredible! Nanba Walking (Kawade Shobo Shinsha), Piano Bone Exercises: Transform Your Sound and Play with Ease (Ongaku no Tomo Sha), and Violin Bone Exercises: Instantly Improve Your Sound (Ongaku no Tomo Sha). In addition to his books, he has made numerous TV appearances and live demonstrations.

Nanba Technique Association　 https://nanbajyutsu.jimdo.com/