# The Harada Method

- Page: https://shared.btbytes.com/p/harada
- Date: 2025-11-15

I came across "The Harada Method" used by baseball star Shohei Ohtani via this [tweet](https://x.com/arpangup/status/1989382191306903901)

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> The Harada Method was created by Takashi Harada, a Japanese junior high track coach. He took a team ranked last out of 380 schools and, using his system, turned them into the #1 team in the region within 3 years. They held that top spot for the next 6 years.

> You start by placing your main goal in the center of an 8x8 grid.

> Next,  identify 8 critical supporting pillars needed to achieve that goal. These surround the main goal.

> then break down each of those 8 pillars into 8 smaller, actionable tasks or daily routines.

> This fills out the entire 64-cell grid, turning a massive dream into a concrete, daily action plan.

> The method goes far deeper than just technical skills. It forces you to analyze your weaknesses and build confidence. It also has a highlight on service to others, emphasizing that humility and contributing to your community are essential for personal success.
> The key to the system is daily execution and accountability. Once the 64-cell chart is complete, you turn the tasks and habits into a daily diary and a "Routine Check Sheet." It’s designed to transform abstract intentions into a measurable, daily practice.