日本陸上競技選手権大会
Born in Shimane Prefecture, she attended Matsue Kita High School, before going on to study at Shimane University. Following her graduation, she took up running professionally through corporate teams, including Wako, Noritz Corporation and Deodeo. During the early part of her career she mainly competed in the 800 metres and 1500 metres and regularly ranked within the top ten at the Japan Championships in Athletics.