About Kaichirō Samura
Lived 1880 – 1964 (aged 83). Kaichirō Samura was a Japanese judoka.
(1880–1964) was a Japanese judoka. He was one of the longest living 10th dan (belt degree) judo practitioners in the world.
Son of master Masaaki Samura from Takeuchi Santo-ryū jujutsu, he joined the Kodokan in 1898 and was awarded his 10th dan in April 1948. In 1899 he became head of the judo section at Dai Nippon Butoku Kai, and in 1931 he began teaching at the Kodokan in Tokyo.
He traveled extensively and taught judo at various schools and police academies.
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Who was Kaichirō Samura?
Japanese judoka (1880-1964)
When was Kaichirō Samura born?
Kaichirō Samura was born on 13 November 1880 in Ōe.
When did Kaichirō Samura die?
Kaichirō Samura died on 6 November 1964.
What was Kaichirō Samura's occupation?
Kaichirō Samura was a judoka.
What nationality was Kaichirō Samura?
Kaichirō Samura was Japanese.
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