Well, December has come to Japan. Feels like time is just flying by faster and faster each year, doesn't it? Even so, and maybe because of this, in a sense, I feel I am enjoying my life more and more.

もう12月になった!早くない?まあ、それでも僕は嬉しいです。

Brilliant December Evening, Niigata Station South

What do you guys want for Christmas?

I'll tell you what I want. I want a pair of these bad boys!

The New Balance Hanzo V2s are really what I want to run in the upcoming Shizuoka Marathon! Brand spankin' new design and so fucking cool. Tomorrow's the last day to pre-order a pair, but I hope I'll still be able to pick up a pair either this month or next. I'm already a New Balance fan, as my current pair suits my wide feet and unique needs as a runner quite well. These ninjas look like they would be especially just the ticket for my upcoming race!

What about you guys? What's on your Christmas wish list? Let me know in the comments.

-GS