About Takamasa Anai
Born 1984. Takamasa Anai is a Japanese judoka.
is a Japanese judoka.
Anai began judo at the age of 5.
Anai is Coached by former world champion and olympic silver medalist Shinichi Shinohara. Anai won the All-Japan Championships and took a bronze medal at the 2009 World Championships. His greatest achievement to date is winning the 2010 World Championships in Tokyo.
In September 2012, Anai defeated 10 judo black belts in a row during the 50th anniversary of LA Tenri Judo Club, defeating 8-time US judo champion Tokuzo Takahashi in his final match.
Anai's main tournament throws are Harai Goshi, Uchi Mata and O soto gari.
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Japanese Judoka
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Takamasa Anai was born on 5 August 1984 in Ōita-shi.
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Takamasa Anai is a judoka.
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