Mr. Usui, of course, makes devices using his company's technology a part of his exercise routine.

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Running one of Japan's largest electronics firms, Minoru Usui, president of Seiko Epson Corp.

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At the same time, the head of Japan's Defense Agency, Usui Hideo, was in Moscow.

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Mr. Usui says it's more effective than analyzing a video of his swing.

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"We're blessed with nature, particularly the mountains, " says Mr. Usui, who takes in the local landscape while skiing, golfing and running.

WSJ: Gadgetry on the Greens

Mr. Usui exercises to unwind and spend time with friends and family.

WSJ: Gadgetry on the Greens

Nagano hosted the Winter Olympics in 1998 and a point of pride for Mr. Usui is that he skied a course used for the giant slalom.

WSJ: Gadgetry on the Greens