Judo

Nick Gordon, (James Cagney), is a journalist for the Tokyo Chronicle. He prints a story disclosing Japan’s plan to conquer the world. The newspaper is seized by Japanese officers, then Gordon finds a friend of his dead and he becomes embroiled in...

Judo’s Kano features the founder of Judo, Jigaro Kano, being filmed performing perfect techniques. You will see why Jigaro Kano was such a highly respected figure in the Japanese martial arts circles. His form was impeccable. Kano is also seen...

This terrific DVD features many of Japan’s Judo masters, including Dago Sensei, who was responsible for much of this DVD as technical advisor, and as well was one of the top instructors at the Kodokan in Tokyo for many years. You will be able to...

The 1964 Olympic Games were a milestone for all martial arts not just Judo. It marked the first time Judo was recognized as an Olympic Sport and Kano’s dream had become a reality. It was also the year Japan lost its grip on Judo – Dutchman...

Taught by Budo’s seniors, this production is most certainly a classic in the grappling arts. Featuring Masahiko Kimura (1917-1992), who dominated Judo from 1938 to 1949, he was the one who defeated Helio Gracie in Brazil in 1951, by dislocating his...

Taught by Judo’s “gray haired” seniors much of this information has been lost until now. These seniors all in there 60s or 70s roll around and throw each other as if they were half their age. It is obvious these are masters of the art...

The unusual short story of a Canadian Judoka Doug Rogers, who developed, in Japan, a talent for Judo that led him into competition for the world championships at the Tokyo Olympics and subsequent competition at the Pan American Games. The short film...

Narrated by Damian G. Chambers this DVD, “Early American Judo And Ju Jitsu” is a complete 45 lesson in Judo that features Martial Arts pioneer Bruce Tegner. This DVD was filmed mostly in and around 1948, and is part of the Tegner legacy which...

RS-0505 – Sutemi Waza (Sacrifice techniques)–Once again Okada Sensei comes through with a DVD that will be around for years to come teaching the gentle art of Judo as he was taught by his teachers Mifune, Daigo, Kotani and his number 1...

Daigo now a tenth dan in Judo is seen in this DvD as his biography and legacy are portrayed in English and shows him at home and in the dojo. Daigo is one of the top dogs now at the Kodokan and his tournament skills brought him much fame in the Judo...

“This is the complete history of Judo from the days of Japan’s Samurai Class to the Olympics”. FightingSpiritMagazine.com. This extremely factual presentation traces the History of Judo thru its first 100 years and includes rare footage...

First time on DVD, totally narrated in English, this unedited black and white volume set is an important part of the Kodokan archives, and a MUST for all grappling enthusiasts! This is part of a three volume set. This rare footage contains master...

This DVD part of the Bushido Series created by Hal Sharp is one that has crossed the gap of  styles and is one of the best DVDs out there. You will not only see old school Judo by Tsukamoto but he will teach you practical defences against a knife,...