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Shintaro Higashi

b. 1984

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About Shintaro Higashi

Born 1984. Shintaro Higashi is an American judoka and karateka.

Personal life He attended Hunter College, where he earned a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in education. He also attended NYU Stern where he earned an MBA. While at Hunter, he was a member of the wrestling team, on which he received All-State status. He is the son of Nobuyoshi Higashi, the founder of Kokushi-ryu jujutsu and a Judo, Aikido, and Karate instructor. Higashi is also fluent in Japanese.

Martial arts He holds black belts in Judo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, jujitsu, Aikido, and Karate.

He has won Gold in the 2007, 2011 USA Judo Senior National Championships and placed 5th in the US Open. He achieved 43rd in the world ranking for Judo behind Kyle Vashkulat in the United States.

He has a martial arts (primarily Judo)-focused Youtube channel with over 270 000 subscribers.

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Important facts

Born
16 December 1984
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Judoka, karateka
Nationality
United States
Education
Hunter College
Employers
Brooklyn College

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Shintaro Higashi?

Judo competitor

When was Shintaro Higashi born?

Shintaro Higashi was born on 16 December 1984.

What is Shintaro Higashi's occupation?

Shintaro Higashi is a judoka and karateka.

What nationality is Shintaro Higashi?

Shintaro Higashi is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Shintaro Higashi

· Wikidata: Q18686775

· DBpedia: Shintaro Higashi

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