Naoko Takahashi

Naoko Takahashi is a Japan long-distance runner, born on May 6, 1972 in Gifu, Japan. Standing 1.61 m and weighing 52 kg, She competes primarily in the 5000m, 10000m and Semi.

Her personal bests include 15:21.15 in the 5000m, 31:48.23 in the 10000m, 1:08:55 in the Semi, 2:19:46 in the Marathon and 33:53 in the 10Kilometr. She has earned 6 gold medals in major international competitions. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Japan.