Kodokan Judo Institute

TOKYO CULTURE

写真提供　公益財団法人講道館

The Kodokan Judo Institute is the home of judo, which was founded in 1882 by Jigoro Kano, an educator who is also known as the father of Japanese physical education. It houses a variety of facilities for people involved in judo, including a dojo where many people practice every day. There is also a museum where visitors can learn about the history of dojo, as well as a closed stack library with a collection of about 5,000 judo-related books.
Judo practice at the main dojo and the judo museum and library are open to everyone, free of charge. The Kodokan Judo Institute is the place to experience the culture and spirit of judo.

View scenic routes that include this spot

Experience the Traditions Connecting the Past to the Future in Tokyo and Hokuriku

More Information about Kodokan Judo Institute

Street address: 1-16-30 Kasuga, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-0003
About TOKYO

Access

Route1

1 min. walk from Kasuga Station (Exit A1 or A2) on the Toei Subway Mita Line/Oedo Line

Route2

3 min. walk from Korakuen Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line/Namboku Line

Opening Hours: Main dojo: Monday to Friday (weekdays) 16:00-20:00 *Until 19:30 on Saturdays
Judo Museum & Library: Monday to Friday (weekdays) 11:00-18:00