Takamasa Anai


Takamasa Anai 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.