We have reached our 25th Anniversary - how DIckie Bowen would have loved to see that! The KanoSociety was very much his 'baby'. Now the baby has grown up and thanks to so many of you for supporting it Diana
I quote from some comments made by members -
Brian
Watson:
With deep appreciation to all who have supported the Kano Society over
these past 25 years. In a judo world facing many challenges, preserving
Professor Jigoro Kano’s vision of judo—as a noble path that empowers
individuals to grow and thrive— remains a task more vital than ever.
Ben Almond
Could not agree more. The Kano Society Bulletins have been a valuable
source of reference for my new book, Judo Thinking which explores the
application of judo mindset, values, methods and principles to modern
coaching, leadership and management.
Issue 37, in which Llyr Jones provides an excellent summary of the
Kodokan’s pedagogical definition of the concepts of Tsukuri and Kuzushi,
is quoted in the book.
#judothinking
Issue 66 Essence and Function in Kitō ryū jujutsu: Part 1 – Epistemological Framework, by Emanuele Bertolani.
This is the last edition of 2025 - have a great new year!
Issue 65
Principles and Aspects of Judo
Kata by Odair Borges and Rafael Borges
Issue 64
Kyoichi Miyatake, Kodokan 9th dan, by Russ Ebert
Issue 63
A Journey in Judo – Dennis Penfold 8th dan
Issue 62
Jikishin-ryu: Kumi Uchi, Jujutsu and finally Judo - Russ Ebert
Issue 61
Kata – A Path to Lifelong Learning and Proficiency - Llyr Jones
Issue 60 -
Issue 59 - Katsuhiko Kashiwazaki’s Coaching Evening at The Budokwai
Issue 58 - Kobudo Kenkyukai Issue 57 - Seiryoku Zenyo Kokumin Taiiku, by Martin Savage, Llyr Jones, Lance Gatling Issue 56 - A Tribute to Malcolm Hodkinson
Sad News
We regret to inform members of the death of former Budokwai Chairman and one of the founder members of the Kano Society Professor Malcolm Hodkinson. A future Bulletin will carry further details and obituary.
Funeral will be on December 1st at Mortlake Crematorium at 2pm
A new Bulletin!
Issue 55 - Yoshimi OsawaIssue 54 - Writings by Lance Gatling
Issue 53 -Chris Gallie – European Champion & Stuntwoman
Bulletin no 52 - just out - Tribute to Uchiro Abe
Bulletin Issue number 51 - First of 2022 - Happy New Year
Yes! we have reached 50 - And a 21st Birthday! Many thanks to Editor Llyr Jones
As this fiftieth issue of “The Bulletin”, produced by
Llŷr Jones, is published, the physical practice of judo has now resumed
in most countries. Readers are wished a safe and enjoyable practice as
the COVID-19 pandemic remains a significant concern.
Since our first issue in September 2000, the Kano Society has been able
to bring you a wide range of high-quality articles on “traditional
judo”. In this way we hope we are continuing to realise an important
element of the Society’s founding vision. My thanks to all who have
contributed to the publication over the last 21 years.
This issue of “The Bulletin” contains an essay by
Jigoro Kano describing the situation regarding sport in Japan both
before and after the Meiji restoration of 1868. It also contains a
well-considered thought-piece by Dr David Matsumoto concerning
high-grade promotions in judo. Also included is an inspirational article
by Dr Richard Riehle as to why he
continues to get on the tatami to physically practice judo at the age of
85.
A great opportunity to showcase Dr Colin Draycott who really is an unsung hero of British judo.
issue 48 of The Bullletin
Hana Passes
The
Kano Society were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Hana Sekine
(née Koizumi) at 11:55 pm on Friday 8 January 2021. She was 100 years
old.
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NEW - Bulletin 47 - A love Letter to Judo - David Finch and his wonderful photography - an auspicious start to the new year 2021 - and posted early for your Christmas enjoyment!
Hana Sekine is 100!
Many Congratulations on your Birthday
29th July 2020
a wonderful centenary
see Hana Centenary 29th July 1920 to 2020
Hana at the Budokwai's Centenary Dinner 2018
The 46th Bulletin is dedicated to Hana Sekine and her wonderful 100 years!
Now Available - Bulletin 45 Kodomo-no-Kata
New Bulletin available - No 44
In Memoriam: Saburo Matsushita
Kodokan 9th dan, by John Bowen;
In Memoriam: Naoki Murata Kodokan
8th dan, by Brian Watson;
Sadly the COVID 19 Pandemic has hit the judo world hard.
This edition of the Bulletin was produced ahead of schedule by Llyr Jones to comemorate our departed Judo Greats.
New Bulletin available - No 43
The
Kano Society was saddened to learn of the death aged 87 of Yukimitsu
Kano, grandson of the founder of Kodokan Judo, Jigoro Kano (1860-1938)
and son of the third Kodokan Director, Risei Kano (1900-1986) - himself
the second son of Jigoro Kano-shihan. Born on 5 April 1932, Y. Kano
served as the fourth Kodokan Director and the (second) President of the
All Japan Judo Federation (AJJF), between April 1980 until his
retirement in March 2009. Y. Kano died of pneumonia in a Tokyo hospital
on 8 March 2020 after a long and full life. At the time of his death he
was Honorary President of the Kodokan Judo Institute and of the AJJF.
Only Y. Kano's close relatives and Kodokan employees will attend his
funeral service and Akashi Kano, his eldest daughter, will serve as the
chief mourner. Later, a joint memorial service will be held by the
Kodokan and AJJF.
Yukimitsu Kano was also a patron of the Kano Society and sent very
encouraging comments to the Society on its formation in 2000. With Y.
Kano’s passing another link to the origins of judo is lost forever. As
a Society we extend our sincere condolences to Y. Kano’s family and
friends, and all at the Kodokan
The
Kano Society was saddened to learn of the death on 1 November 2019, aged
87, of David (Dave) Barnard 7th dan. A stalwart of the Renshuden and a
regular at T.P. Leggett's Sunday class at The Budokwai in the early
1960s, Dave is remembered by all as an energetic, larger than life
character with a great sense of humour, who brought a positive presence
to any occasion.
A
Bronze medallist in the -80kg category at the 12th European Judo
Championships held in 1963 in Geneva, Dave was a member of the golden
generation of judoka that British judo was so fortunate to have first
practising and then coaching from the 1950s onwards. The Society's
sincere condolences are extended to his family.
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We are sad to report the death of one of our most admired sensei Kisaburo Watanabe and our current issues of the Bulletin - number 41 - is a tribute to him written by Llyr Jones and Brian Watson.
The Kano Society continues to publish material of
interest to devotees of Traditional Judo. Over the last 12 months
we have published tribute editions to three senior judoka who
personified the Society’s core purpose and values - Syd Hoare, Bob
Thomas and John Cornish. We have also brought you the best of judo
writing from strong supporters of the society including Brian Watson,
John Pinnell and Llyr Jones. Number 36 of our Bulletin
contains an anthology of Brian’s articles, and is much recommended.
on Kata by Llŷr Jones and Martin Savage
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John Cornish (28th December 1928 - 11th April 2018).
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of John Cornish who died on Wednesday 11th April. He was a very kind man and a great Judo and Aikido sensei who will be deeply missed.
Details of his funeral arrangements are available Here.
A tribute edition of the Bulletin is now available.
New issue 35 - A special Tribute to John Cornish
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The latest Bulletin No 34 is now available and celebrates the Centenary of the Budokwai.
Bulletin No 35 will be a Tribute to John Cornish
It is with much regret that the Kano Society reports
the death of one of our early members Bob (Robert) Thomas IJF 8th Dan,
Kodokan 6th Dan. Bob, a recipient of The Kano Society Trophy for his
services to judo, was a true ‘judoman’ who devoted a significant part of
his life to the art. An extremely knowledgable and universally respected
man, his passing will be felt with sorrow by the entire judo community.
Bob’s funeral will be on Tuesday 14th November in
Glasgow.
At 10am there will be a private family cremation at
the Linn Crematorium.
At 11am there will be a celebration of his life at
Langside Parish Church (167 Ledard Rd, Glasgow G42 9QU). Please be aware
that parking is difficult in this area. All are welcome.
After this, the family would like to invite people to
eat with them at Loks Bar and Kitchen, 16 Newlandsfield Rd, Glasgow G43
2XU.
The Kano Society are very sorry to have to announce the death of one of our founder members, Syd Hoare who passed away on the morning of 12th of September 2017 after a long illness. He is sadly missed by many friends and family and his death marks the end of a Judo era. See Obituary Funeral arrangements
Bulletin - Special Edition Tribute to Syd Hoare
The Kano Society has been in existence for 15 years and we believe that it is important to involve more members and bring in some younger Judoka who can continue the tradition of Kodokan Judo.
The Kano Society were initially organising events based on traditional Judo such as Kagamibiraki, Kangeiko, Kata classes and Newaza. We toured the UK with events at the Judokan; Dorking Judo club; Epsom; Bath University.
Some time ago we realised that it was impossible to serve the International membership with events since our members were so widely dispersed and at that point we decided to concentrate our efforts on an on-line presence.
The backbone of our activities is the
Bulletin and we welcome contributions articles or photographs etc to this on-line publication.Also see our 'Media' section.
We have been sent information about a website for Judo Teachers you may like to check it out.
Also links to a History of Judo Article