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Have you heard of the sport of JGSDF Kempo? The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Kempo champion is based at Camp Miyakonojo. It was incredibly impressive! Read the article about this video≫ https://www.umk.co.jp/news/selection/... The 43rd Infantry Regiment Kempo Training Unit at Camp Miyakonojo has 32 members. Equipped with protective gear, the soldiers practice JGSDF Kempo, which utilizes a comprehensive range of striking techniques, throwing techniques, joint locks, and chokeholds. It is practiced by all branches of the SDF, including the Ground, Navy, and Air Force, with the aim of becoming a national sports event. (Instructor Yoshitome Akifumi) Q: What is the purpose? "The Self-Defense Forces have many missions, and one of them is combat ability. What we do is particularly to improve our proficiency in close combat, close-range combat." Approximately 500 Self-Defense Force members from across the country participated in the tournament held in June this year, competing in both team and individual competitions. Miyakonojo Garrison placed 8th in the team competition, and two athletes also placed highly in the individual competition. Kenta Katsuki competed in the 73kg class. Katsuki's agile movements and signature back fist earned him second place. (Kenta Katsuki) Q: What do you think about coming in second place nationally? "While I'm disappointed, I'm also happy that we made it all the way to second place." Q: What is the appeal of Self-Defense Force Kempo? "Although it's an individual sport, I especially like the fact that we can all celebrate together in team competitions." Q: What are your future goals? "No. 1 in the nation." And then there was Sakamoto Renya, who competed in the 90kg class. Sakamoto is an athlete who excels in all aspects of technique, overwhelming his opponents with punches, kicks, and throws! He took home the victory. (Sakamoto Renya) Q: What made you start practicing SDF Kempo? "A former Kempo instructor at the new recruit training center told me I had a 'talent' for it, and that was what prompted me to join." Q: What's the appeal of SDF Kempo? "It trains both your body and your mind at the same time, so that's what's appealing about it." Q: What was the reason you became number one in Japan? "I don't think it was just my own strength, but I think the biggest factor was the support I received from my comrades in my unit." Q: What are your future goals? "My goal is to win two or three consecutive national championships, and eventually become an instructor to repay the kindness of this unit." Following in Sakamoto's footsteps, the Miyakonojo Self-Defense Force members train every day with a strong desire to improve. Next, they aim to reach the top of the team competition. 〇Get the latest information and videos from Miyazaki! UMK Website https://www.umk.co.jp/news/ UMK App https://www.umk.co.jp/app.html YouTube    / @umk_news   Miyazaki News UMK X   / umk_news   UMK Weather Center X   / umk_tenki   #Japan Ground Self-Defense Force #Miyakonojo Garrison #JSDF Kempo