When captivated by the performance of top athletes in games and competitions, one can't help but become interested in the equipment they use.Because in the casual selection of items, you catch a glimpse of your "uniqueness" unexpectedly.Moreover, there might be a hint supporting the breathtaking performance there.The athlete we will introduce this time is Sae Takemoto, a competitor in Javelin Throw.What is something female athletes never miss out on daily?

The charming Takemoto, a player whose innocent and unpretentious smile is captivating. However, when he picks up a javelin about 2 meters long and weighing about 600 grams, her expression quickly transforms to that of a top athlete who marks her personal best at 62.39 meters. In July of the 23rd year, she delightedly performed a ceremonial pitch at the Rakuten Super Baseball Game, stunning the audience with her impressive fastball. True to her style, her usual possessions reflect both her “charming off” and “stoic on” sides. From within the bag, the spirit of “care” for oneself overflows.

“There are some care products I’ve been using continuously since high school to keep my condition in good shape. After all, what suits your own body is the best. I ‘m not particularly fussy about cosmetics, but my natural lip color is a bit pale and can make me look less lively. So, I use a slightly brighter colored lipstick that I got from my sister. All that’s left is the fragrance. Even in tough times, a good fragrance can lift your spirits.”

Takemoto looks around his favorite items and says, “Isn’t it too ordinary and not flashy at all?”Laughs innocently. However, all of these are necessary to bring “stability” into everyday life, and seemed to represent the personality that a 24-year-old female athlete possesses. The sunglasses that are used interchangeably in the on/off mode, and the hair tie used to tie up the high-tone long hair, which is also a trademark. Items such as hand creams for preventing rough hands, supplements to support the body after exercise, handwritten notes detailing training menus and goals, and so on.

(Clockwise from the left) Tote bag / Shopper from a store visited in Australia, sunglasses / (above) “Actuator” and (below) “HSTN”, both from Oakley®, various hair ties, care products / (above) Massage tools made with two Tennis balls and black taping, (middle left) Golf ball, (middle right) Neuro ball / Naboso, (below) Pilates ball, several kinds of throat lozenges, supplements / all from Amino Vital, two types of TheraBand, lotion / Curel, hand cream / Aesop, notebook & ball pen, fragrance / (above) Dior, (below) Diptyque, lipstick / both from Dior, earphones “ZE8000” / final, compact mirror / Chanel

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Final earphones, which are known for their high sound quality, are popular among athletes and musicians.It is often used during movement, running, and weight training.”I often listen to the current hit charts randomly.”

The Naboso conditioning ball, which stimulates the nerve-dense soles of the feet, is said to have the effect of relaxing muscles and refreshing them.”At the training center, you often see top domestic athletes using it.”

“I’m coming back from practice today, so there’s especially a lot going on (laughs). Recently, I’ve been having a nutritionist check my meal plans more frequently, but essentially, it’s all about self-management.” To avoid nutritional imbalances, carry it with you even when dining out with friends.

Refresh your mood with your favorite scent, even during hard training. To the left is my favorite Dior “Miss Dior BLOOMING BOUQUET”, and to the right is the recently purchased Diptyque “Orphéon”.

This time, from among the five I own including practice ones, I brought a javelin from the Swedish brand, Nordic Sport, especially.”I bring two with me during the tournament. This purple spear is a model mainly used in tournaments due to its high average power. The other one is a colorful javelin from Nishi Sports. It’s a bit difficult to handle, but if you can throw it properly, it’s a model that demonstrates good performance.”

“I want to face what I’m lacking in myself right now and connect it to results.” Takemoto, who says so, aims to participate in the World Championships to be held in Paris in 2024 and to win a medal, honing his skills as a professional Javelin Thrower. Updating personal best. And once again, onto the world’s grand stage. At that time, I wonder which arrow she was throwing, “purple” or “colorful”.

TEXT : Keisuke Honda PHOTO: Ryo Kuzuma EDIT: Yohsuke Watanabe (IN FOCUS)