FROM SAMURAI TO JUDOKA
Lineage, Jigorō Kanō’s Ideals, Legacy
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Language :
English
Publication Date :
10/5/2026
Format :
Softcover
Dimensions :
6x9
Page Count :
310
ISBN :
9781698722054
About the Book
This book delivers the definitive account of judo’s rise—from its origins in the jūjutsu of the medieval samurai to its breakthrough as a modern martial art and global sport. It brings to life the dynamic pioneers who, from the early 1900s to the1950s, carried Jigorō Kanō’s altruistic vision across the world and built the foundations for its international success. Their drive, discipline, and intellectual leadership transformed a little known Japanese art into a worldwide phenomenon practised by millions. For readers seeking the compelling history behind judo, this volume is essential reading.