Grassroots Judo Thrives: Reflecting on the Spirit of the Wolf Aron Cup In the world of competitive judo, the focus is often locked on the global stage—the grand slams, the world championships, and the Olympic podiums. Yet, the heartbeat of the sport remains firmly rooted in the local tournaments that foster the next generation of … Read more
Oita Prefecture High School Tournament: Kunisaki and Kitsuki Claim Judo Team Titles In a display of tactical precision and resilience, the Oita Prefecture High School Tournament concluded with significant shifts in the regional judo landscape. The men’s team from Kunisaki High School captured the championship title for the first time in two years, while the … Read more
Itō Shun: From Judo Therapy Student to Matsuyama City Council Candidate Amid Rare Disease Diagnosis Itō Shun’s path to public service began not in a campaign office, but in a classroom studying to become a judo therapist. At age 30, he enrolled in a specialized school’s judo therapy program with the goal of entering a … Read more
Fukuoka Prefecture will be a hotbed of tennis action from March 21st to 26th as the National High School Tennis Tournament gets underway at Hakata no Mori Tennis Stadium and other venues. All eyes will be on Fukudei Academy, a team representing Oita Prefecture, as they aim for a strong showing and a place in … Read more