Naohiro Kawakita

Naohiro Kawakita

Born
Jul 10, 1980 (46 years old)
Birthplace
Takamatsu, Japan
Events
400 m hurdles

Naohiro Kawakita is a renowned track and field athlete who devoted their career to competitive athletics. With years of dedicated training and consistent performances, Naohiro Kawakita established themselves as a respected competitor at both national and international levels. The athlete demonstrated exceptional technical skills and maintained high standards of performance across multiple seasons. Their commitment to excellence and improvement drove them to pursue personal records and competitive success. Naohiro Kawakita's career exemplified the dedication required to compete at elite levels of track and field athletics.

Throughout their competitive career, Naohiro Kawakita participated in numerous prestigious athletic competitions at various levels of competition. These events provided opportunities to test their abilities against quality opponents and pursue personal records and season bests. Consistent participation in high-level competitions allowed Naohiro Kawakita to continuously improve their athletic performances and gain valuable international experience. Their competitive record demonstrates sustained excellence across multiple seasons and competitions. The athlete's achievements in competition solidified their reputation as a serious and accomplished track and field competitor.

Naohiro Kawakita's career in competitive athletics demonstrates the importance of dedication, technical expertise, and consistent effort in achieving athletic success. Throughout their competitive years, they contributed meaningfully to track and field sports through their performances and athletic achievements. The athlete's career exemplifies how sustained commitment to athletic excellence yields lasting recognition and respect within the sporting community. After transitioning from elite competition, Naohiro Kawakita's influence remained significant as younger athletes looked to their achievements as models for athletic development. Their legacy within track and field athletics continues as a testament to the value of disciplined training and unwavering commitment to competitive excellence.

Personal best · 400 m hurdles49.04
2016 season best51.98Sep 24, 2016 · Osaka

As of Nov 13, 2026: 400 m hurdles 49.04 (#344 all-time), 2016 season best 51.98 (Sep 24, 2016, Osaka (JPN)) · 46 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
400mKobe 2006Japan 400 m all-time list46.881,053 pts–
4x400mGuangzhou 2010Japan 4 × 400 m all-time list3:06.53–

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
2016400mH 51.98–Sep 24, 2016Osaka (JPN)
2015400mH 50.86–Jun 27, 2015Niigata Japanese Championships
2014400mH 51.16–May 17, 2014Amagasaki (JPN)
2013400mH 53.10–Jun 7, 2013Tokyo (JPN)
2012400mH 49.98–Jun 9, 2012Japanese Championships
2011400mH 50.16–Oct 7, 2011Yamaguchi (JPN)
2010400mH 49.63–Jun 5, 2010Marugame (JPN)
20104x400m 3:06.53–Nov 23, 2010Guangzhou (CHN)
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Naohiro Kawakita's 400 m hurdles personal best is 49.04, set on Oct 3, 2009 in Niigata (JPN), #344 on the all-time list.

Naohiro Kawakita competes in the 400 m hurdles.

2016 season best: 51.98, set on Sep 24, 2016 in Osaka (JPN).