By beating two-time world champion Ai Shishime in their Tokyo Grand Slam title match, Uta Abe sends a clear signal that she remains a force to...
With 13 total medals, Japan finishes No. 1 among all nations competing in Tashkent, demonstrating its supreme judo skills. Updates on several other sports, too.
Individual achievements and team success stories gave us excitement and entertainment, all of which we should be grateful for.
The pair became the first siblings to win judo golds on the same day at the Olympics, and sister Uta was the first Japanese to win...
In a year defined by unexpected interruptions to our lives and normal routines due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resilience and determination were character traits that helped...
The author is on assignment this weekend, but it’s been a busy week so far. Take another look at the major stories of the week. An Olympic...
In an incredible display of stamina and determination, Hifumi Abe outlasted Joshiro Maruyama on Sunday, December 13. A typical judo match lasts 4 minutes....
