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Honoring Excellence in American Judo

Honoring Legacy, Inspiring the Future The USJF Hall of Fame & Lifetime Achievement Banquet is more than a celebration—it is a reflection of the values, dedication, and community that define judo in the United States. As we honor these remarkable individuals, we...

2026 USJF Summer Nationals

SAVE THE DATE!  2026 USJF Summer Nationals is coming to San Francisco!  July 11-12,2026 at City College of San Francisco.  Open to members with current membership in either USJF, USA Judo or USJA.  This tournament will also be a USA Judo point event.  Registration...

Sensei Ray Imada

The United States Judo Federation and 50th State Judo Association mourns the passing of Ray Imada, a respected leader, mentor, and lifelong contributor to the art and community of judo in Hawaii. Ray devoted his life to the growth and promotion of judo, leaving a...

Sanix thank-you letter (4)

January 31, 2015 Dear Mrs. Koyama, For the second year in a row, I had the honor of representing the United States of America as part of the Konan Judo Club at the Sanix 2014 International Junior...

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Judo on stamps and coins

Check out the world's largest collection of judo and other martial arts stamps, coins, and phonecards This stamps/coins/phonecards site is unique and comprehensive, cross-referenced, and a great...

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Sanix thank-you letter (3)

Dear Mrs. Julie Koyama and USJF I would like to thank Mrs. Julie Koyama/USJF, Sensei Jim, Saito Sensei, Mr. Fukuda, Konan, and everyone who helped and supported me to go to Japan. Also I would like...

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Sanix thank-you letter (2)

Dear Mrs. Koyama, Thank you very much for giving me the opportunity to attend the 2014 SANIX International Juvenile Judo Camp and Tournament in Fukuoka, Japan last month. It was an opportunity for...

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Sanix thank-you letter

Dear Mrs. Julie Koyama, Hello my name is Michael Ramos and this past December I was given the opportunity to go to Japan and compete in the Sanix judo tournament in Global Arena, I would like to...

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Sanctioned Events

Sanix thank-you letter (4)

January 31, 2015 Dear Mrs. Koyama, For the second year in a row, I had the honor of representing the United States of America as part of the Konan Judo Club at the Sanix 2014 International Junior Judo Tournament in Fukuoka, Japan. I wish to thank the USJF for allowing...

Judo on stamps and coins

Check out the world's largest collection of judo and other martial arts stamps, coins, and phonecards This stamps/coins/phonecards site is unique and comprehensive, cross-referenced, and a great resource for collectors of judo items. Kindly peruse the stamp site. It’s...

Sanix thank-you letter (3)

Dear Mrs. Julie Koyama and USJF I would like to thank Mrs. Julie Koyama/USJF, Sensei Jim, Saito Sensei, Mr. Fukuda, Konan, and everyone who helped and supported me to go to Japan. Also I would like to thank Coach Eldred for advice and direction.  To all the judo...

Sanix thank-you letter (2)

Dear Mrs. Koyama, Thank you very much for giving me the opportunity to attend the 2014 SANIX International Juvenile Judo Camp and Tournament in Fukuoka, Japan last month. It was an opportunity for me to visit the country where my great grandparents were born, where...

Sanix thank-you letter

Dear Mrs. Julie Koyama, Hello my name is Michael Ramos and this past December I was given the opportunity to go to Japan and compete in the Sanix judo tournament in Global Arena, I would like to thank you for the wonderful opportunity to train and compete in Japan. It...

DateEventYudanshakaiContact
Apr 25, 2026Shufu Yudanshaikai BOE, BOD meeting, & Promotional
Beltsville, MD
Shufu✉ Karen Whilden
(703) 622-6861
May 09, 20262026 Takemori Memorial Clinic featuring Katuhiko K
Arlington, VA
ShufuMiki Takemori
(617) 686-6406
May 16, 2026PSJA Judo no Kata & Kime no Kata Clinic
Vista, CA
Pacific Southwest✉ Bruce Knight
(619) 368-9812
Jun 29, 2026Budokan Summer Camp 2026
Seattle, WA
Northwest✉ Krista Steeele
Jul 13, 2026Fresno Judo Club Summer Camp 2026
Clovis, CA
San Joaquin✉ Krista Steele
Aug 23, 2026Konan Promotional Clinic
Northville, MI
Konan