The culture of “Michi” has been inherited in Japan since ancient times.
In order to pass on the essence of this culture beyond borders
and generations Project “Michi” was launched.
The first project is “Judo”.
We will hold an event where you can feel the spirit of the “Michi”.
10.25 Fri [10:30-11:30]
10.27 Sun [12:30-13:30]
Legendary talk by the coach who leads the Japanese national judo team.
Legendary talks will be held by the Japan Judo National Team Head Coach.
【October 25 (Fri.) 10:30-11:30】
Keiji Suzuki, Hiroyuki Akimoto
【October 27 (Sun.) 12:30-13:30】
Maki Tsukada, Katsuyuki Masuchi
10.27 Sun [13:30-14:20]
Dream performance by medalists and children who bear the future.
Demonstration matches will be held between medalists who have won numerous titles in domestic and international competitions and children (elementary and junior high school students) who aspire to become future medalists.
【October 27 (Sun.) 13:30-14:20】
Takanori Nagase, Miku Takaichi
10.26 Sat [14:20-14:50/15:30-16:30]
Talk program on human development through culture and martial arts.
This is a rare talk session where people who have mastered the “Michi” in their respective fields gather. Based on the theme of this project, they will discuss from various perspectives such as “co-creation with local communities,” “cultural inheritance and innovation,” and “respect for diverse values”.
October 26 (Sat.)
【Part 1: 14:20-14:50】
Kumi Fujisawa, Kiyoko Kondo, Katsuhiro Koyama
【Part 2: 15:30-16:30】
Yoshio Nakamura, Natsumi Tsunoda, Ryunosuke Haga
10.25 Fri [13:40-/15:30-] 
Learn the techniques and spirit of Judo.
This is a kata in which two people work in pairs to master the principles of attack and defense. This time, “Nage-no-Kata” and “Juu-no-Kata” will be performed.
October 25 (Fri.)
13:40- / 15:30-
※The program is scheduled to last 20 minutes for each session.
10.26 Sat [14:00-14:20]
Conversion of traditional culture to modern times.
The spirit of Mitsukoshi in treating customers with sincerity. The spirit of “Dou,” or respect for civility. This project, which began as a result of the resonance between these two elements, will delve deeper into the roots of the project and communicate Japanese traditions, culture, and the path of human development to the world.
October 26 (Sat.)
14:00-14:20
【Speaker】 Kumi Fujisawa
10.26 Sat [11:00-11:40/13:00-13:40]
Fun exercise experience on tatami mats.
Judo civility, and exercise while having fun through movement. The Active Child Program, an exercise program in which children learn movements that are desirable for them to acquire at their stage of development through fun and active play. Children will experience Judo through Ukemi, Throwing and other techniques.
October 26 (Sat.)
11:00-11:40
13:00-13:40
※Advance application has been closed.
10.27 Sun [11:00-11:40]
Fall prevention and health exercises incorporating judo.
By performing exercises on tatami mats that utilize judo movements and the characteristics of ukemi, the program aims to convey the fun and comfort of physical exercise, as well as to prevent falls and maintain physical fitness in daily life.
October 27 (Sun.)
11:00-11:40
Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store, Main Bldg. 1F 〈Central Hall〉
1-4-1 Nihombashi-Muromachi,
Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-8001
2024.10.15
Program information has been updated.
[Organizer]
Project “Michi” Executive Committee
[Organizers]
Isetan Mitsukoshi Ltd.,
STUDIO ALTA CO.,LTD.
[Support]
Chuo City, Chuo City Board of Education
[Special Cooperation]
All Japan Judo Federation