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Judo culture
JU NO RI - The Universal Principle of Adaptability

It is not possible to understand what judo is, if we do not perceive what its very essence is: the principle ...

Judo culture
Seiryoku-Zenyo: Ultimately, There is Simplicity

The Seiryoku-Zenyo principle, the best use of energy, is without doubt one of the most important principles ...

Judo culture
Jita kyoei: Let's Raise the Flag of Mutual Aid

Judo is a sport! This is an assertion that no one would dare to deny.

Judo culture
Sensei: The Key Figure

In our article on the dojo, we went over the essential elements that make this place, not just a place ...

Kodokan launched official YouTube channel

The Kodokan Judo Institute recently launched its YouTube channel to offer to the public various Judo ...

Kodokan
Matsushita Saburo Passed Away

We are deeply saddened to announce that Matsushita Saburo, a member of the board of directors of the ...

Kodokan
MURATA Naoki Passed Away

It is with deep sorrow that the Kodokan Institute informed the judo community of the sad news of the ...

Japan
Grandson of the Founder of Judo passed away

It is with deep sorrow we inform you that Honorary President of the Kodokan Judo Institute and All Japan ...

Tradition
Kodokan Exhibition

Kodokan was present at the Paris Grand Slam to display judo as a part of Japanese culture.

Japan-ASEAN JITA-KYOEI
Spreading the Judo values

Judo originated in Japan. It is now enjoyed worldwide.

VIDEO
The Art of Judo: The Spirit of Summer

For the 2nd episode of the 'the Art of Judo' series, the IJF focused on the passion for the sport in ...

The Kodokan Celebrates the Birthday of Jigoro Kano and the World Judo Day

The Kodokan will celebrate the World Judo Day and the birth anniversary of Kano Jigoro Shihan (born October ...