By Rudolf Di Stefano On 29 January 2024 We often recognise the work of Tokio Hirano by the spectacular aspect that his actions take, by the particularly ample and visible way his techniques, his waves, have of presenting themselves to our eyes and bodies. It is certain that the forms that this produces provoke…
Kokorozashi – The Moral Foundation of Junomichi At the heart of Junomichi lies the moral principle of Kokorozashi, a concept that can be understood as “intention” or “aspiration.” In Junomichi, Kokorozashi can be understood as working with the intelligence of the heart, guiding practitioners to act not only with their minds but also with…
The roles of Uke (the receiver) and Tori (the giver) are central to the practice of Junomichi. Most of time and too often, these roles are seen as fixed: Tori initiates a movement or technique, and Uke simply receives or counters it. However, in Junomichi, these roles are fluid and interdependent. Uke and Tori…
At the heart of Junomichi is the creation of an Ippon. The meaning of Ippon symbolises a moment of perfect harmony, where the interaction between two practitioners is completely balanced and their movements are unified. Creating an Ippon is the result of a deep, mutual understanding between partners. It requires Tori (the giver) and…
Judo (柔道) is composed of two kanji, 柔 (Ju): Meaning “gentle” or “flexible.” and 道 (Do): Meaning “way” or “path.” Ju No Michi (柔の道) is composed of three kanji: 柔 (Ju): Meaning “gentle,” “soft,” or “flexible,” reflecting the principle of adapting and yielding to external forces, の (No): A possessive particle in Japanese, meaning…
Listening to our practice Dylan Chevalier Judo Club Perros-GuirecExam date: 1st of June 2024Supervising Teachers: Philippe Chanclou & Yann Ao’DrennTechnical Commission referents teachers: Michel Luguern & Jean-Marc Douguet Acknowledgments This manuscript is the result of work carried out with the participation of several people. First of all, I’d like to thank Philippe Chanclou and…
By Prof. Jigoro KanoJigoro Kano – the Founder of Kodokan Judo. The following is a transcript of a lecture he gave at the Parnassus Society, Athens, Greece, on June 5, 1934. Ever since I came to work in public, I have been engaged in Education, for some time filling the post of the Director of the…
In Junomichi, uke and tori work together to achieve a delicate balance, what you might call the “crest line.” This crest line symbolises perfect balance, the point where all forces harmonise. It is here that the ippon can be created, not as an act of domination, but as a moment of purity and connection…
The Meaning of “IPPON” IPPON IN VIDEO In Japanese culture, there is a strong focus on the idea of “oneness” and the harmony of all things. “Ippon” (一本) represents this mindset. The character “本” (hon) can mean “origin,” “source,” or “root.” When combined with “一” (ichi), meaning “one,” “ippon” suggests a deeper sense of…
In Junomichi, teaching is not reserved solely for professors. Every practitioner, regardless of their level of knowledge, is encouraged to share their understanding through the exchange of sensations. Even a kyu, despite their limited experience, possesses a certain intelligence in what they do and is encouraged from the start not to develop a dependent…