The four-part project, funded by sports promotion lottery grants, aims to showcase the daily training routines and personal motivations of athletes competing in the home-country tournament.
Documentary Breakdown Across Four Volumes
The federation divided the 13 selected judokas across four distinct YouTube releases on its official channel to give viewers a closer look at each competitor’s background and competitive drive. Vol. 1 highlights Yoshiyuki Sasaki, Yujiro Seto, and Tetsuya Sakurai. Vol. 2 focuses on Tsukasa Tanaka, Yuji Kato, and Tomokazu Matsumoto. Vol. 3 features Yui Fujiwara, Ayumi Nishimura, Ako Ishii, and Kazuha Ogawa. Vol. 4 spotlights Minako Tsuchiya, Junko Hirose, and Shizuka Hannya.
Production organizers noted that match footage alone often fails to convey the individual personalities and perseverance required to reach the international stage. By detailing these athletes’ daily preparations, the federation hopes to build broader public awareness and support for blind judo before the continental competition begins in Aichi Prefecture.
Asian Para Games Judo Events Run in October 2026
The 5th Asian Para Games judo events run from Monday, October 19, through Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Classification details highlighted in the federation’s roster breakdown separate competitors into J1 and J2 sport classes, alongside specific weight divisions ranging from lighter classes like the women’s J2-52kg up to heavier men’s categories.
Japan Blind Judo Federation Provides Documentary and Contact Details
Supporters can watch the complete documentary series on the official YouTube channel of the Japan Blind Judo Federation. Inquiries regarding the national team or the upcoming Games can be directed to the federation via telephone at 03-3811-5800, via facsimile at 03-3811-5801, or through email at [email protected].
