Autonomy in Junomichi — A Continuation of Jigorō Kanō’s Vision Junomichi, the original path of Judo-Jujitsu, places autonomy at the centre of its approach to practice. This orientation echoes the educational ideals of Jigorō Kanō, founder of Judo, who described his discipline as a path for cultivating the whole person — physically, intellectually, and…
Recently, I introduced the practice of shiai into our classes here. Observing and participating in shiai with individuals unfamiliar with this kind of study led me to reflect more deeply on the nature of engagement and the meaning behind the announcement of Ippon Gashi. I am increasingly convinced that a true ippon can only…
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Dear friends, Welcome to this Junomichi Scotland New Year ceremony, let us take a moment to reflect on the values that guide us and the path we walk together. Jigoro Kano created judo as a way to understand ourselves—a practice that allows us to grow through friendship, collaboration, and mutual help. Today, as we…
By Rudolf di Stefano, January 2025 We wish to dedicate this 2025 New Year Wishes Ceremony to Werner Knoll. Many people among us knew him and had the honour of being his friend, but of course many others did not have the good fortune to meet him on the tatami. Yet, without fully realising…
In 1925 Kano Jigoro explained why it is necessary to advocate the principles of mutual prosperity and help in human society 1925. As long as we coexist, each member of society and the groups organised within must function in harmony and cooperation with the others. Nothing is more important than living prosperously together. If…
By Emmanuel Gourmelin On 14 December 2023 Sight directs towards the reproduction of what is seen. There is only learning through imitation. This sense may allow us to find in others what we have in ourselves by activating mirror neurons. Touch shortens distances. It brings you closer. This is perhaps what is most sought…