In randori we learn employ the principle of maximum efficiency even when we could easily overpower an opponent.

Judo should be free as art and science from any external influences, political, national, racial, and financial or any other organized interest. And all things connected with it should be directed to its ultimate object, the benefit of Humanity.

In randori we learn employ the principle of maximum efficiency even when we could easily overpower an opponent.

If there is effort, there is always accomplishment.

Judo is the way to the most effective use of both physical and spiritual strength. By training you in attacks and defenses it refines your body and your soul and helps you make the spiritual essence of Judo a part of your very being. In this way you are able to perfect yourself and contribute something of value to the world. This is the final goal of Judo discipline.

It is not important to be better than someone else, but to be better than yesterday.

Walk a single path, becoming neither cocky with victory nor broken with defeat, without forgetting caution when all is quiet or becoming frightened when danger threatens.