Masahiko Kimura: Devil of Judo DVD

Kimura Masahiko's Direct Transmission!

Introducing a Thoroughly Different O-goshi Technique

O-goshi is often seen as a technique used by larger opponents against smaller ones due to their size advantage. However, despite his modest height of 169cm, Kimura Masahiko repeatedly threw much larger opponents using his unique O-goshi technique. His O-goshi differs significantly from the conventional technique, allowing him to defeat opponents much larger than himself. In this production, Kimura Masahiko's top disciple, Iwatsuri Kaneo, meticulously introduces not only the O-goshi but also various techniques inherited from his master.

Contents:

O-goshi

• When Opponents are of Equal Height
• Dealing with Taller Opponents
• Modified Grip in Kumite
• Key Differences from Conventional O-goshi
• Effective Timing for Applying O-goshi

O-soto-otoshi

• Arm Entanglement
• Back Belt Return
• Intensive Training

Special Discussion "Memories of Kimura Masahiko Sensei"

• Kudo Hisao × Iwatsuri Kaneo

Cast:

Kimura Masahiko Profile Born in 1917 in Kumamoto Prefecture. He began studying judo at the age of 10 and achieved a 4th dan by his fourth year at Chinsei Junior High School. In 1935, he trained under the formidable judoka Takeshima Tatsukuma. He enrolled at Takushoku University and achieved consecutive victories at the university and technical high school championships. From 1937, he accomplished the remarkable feat of winning three consecutive All-Japan Championships. He remained undefeated until his retirement in 1950, establishing a reputation as the strongest judoka in history. In 1961, he became the judo coach at Takudai, where he famously led the team to victory at the All-Japan Student Championships in 1966.

Iwatsuri Kaneo Profile Born in 1944 in Kumamoto Prefecture. He began judo in junior high school and continued at Daido Junior High and Kakumoto High School before entering Takushoku University. Termed the "demon of judo," he received one-on-one instruction from the late Kimura Masahiko, blossoming into a talented judoka after rigorous training. In 1965, during his fourth year at university, he won his first title at the All-Japan Student Championships. From 1966 to 1967, he won consecutive heavyweight titles at the National Police Championships. He began training in Sambo alongside judo, achieving a remarkable victory at the Moscow International Sambo Tournament in 1969. In 1971, he won the All-Japan Championships, becoming the national champion. After retiring, he served as a coach and director of Takushoku University's judo team, leading Egypt's team, including silver medalist Roushwan, at the Seoul Olympics in 1988. Currently, he instructs at the Kodokan Training Department and serves as a dedicated coach for the judo team at Toyo University.

Language: Japanese

Length: 92 min.

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