茂木健一郎（@kenichiromogi）さんの英語連ツイ「ウォーキング」

Ken Mogi @kenmogi

During the first days of January 2011, I suddenly started this habit of walking long distances in Tokyo. Before that, I almost never walked.

Ken Mogi @kenmogi

Once you start walking in a city, you discover many things. I bumped into, for example, the headquarters of a circus company, with a cafe.

Ken Mogi @kenmogi

I also discovered many interesting small streets, which you would never have encountered if you did not walk that extra mile.

Ken Mogi @kenmogi

Tokyo is actually a walkers-friendly city. There are convenience stores everywhere, where you can buy drinks, and go to toilet if necessary.

Ken Mogi @kenmogi

Although Tokyo is served by an excellent network of underground, walking overground can provide much joy, as I discovered myself.

Ken Mogi @kenmogi

For those fortunate enough to live in Tokyo, I recommend the habit of long distance walking. Needless to say, it is good for your health.

Ken Mogi @kenmogi

Steve Jobs used to walk alone or together when making crucial decisions. It makes sense, as walking provides a cozy isolation.

Ken Mogi @kenmogi

Decision making while walking in the style of Steve Jobs is much better than sticking to your desk, feeling suffocated.

Ken Mogi @kenmogi

Needless to say, the ancient Greeks used to walk a lot while philosophizing. The optical flow provides a nice stochastic resonance.

Ken Mogi @kenmogi

Walking long distances is good because you can escape from the internet. Although there is that impulse to tap your iPhone on the street..