Biography
Started: She took up judo at age 13. She switched to Para judo after entering university. (sports.nhk.or.jp, 13 Aug 2021; Athlete, 01 Apr 2016)
Reason: Her brother influenced her to try the sport. (Athlete, 01 Apr 2016)
Additional Info: CHANGE OF WEIGHT CATEGORY
After competing in the -52kg category at the 2012 Paralympic Games in London, she decided to switch to the -48kg class. "I decided to compete in the -48kg class with the goal of becoming number one in the world, as I don't have the muscle power, but I am confident about my endurance ability." (Nippon Challenged Athlete Radio, 01 May 2023)
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Personal Details
GenderFemale
Birth DateJuly 23, 1988
Place of ResidenceIWAKI
OccupationAthlete, Office Worker
EducationTsukuba University of Technology, Ibaraki, JPN
Languages SpokenJapanese
CoachYuko Isodaki
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralympic Games | ||||
| 5 | Women's 48kg | 2020 | Tokyo, JPN | |
| 5 | Women's 48kg | 2016 | Rio de Janeiro, BRA | |
| 7 | Women's 52kg | 2012 | London, GBR | |
| World Championships | ||||
| 7 | Women's 48kg | 2010 | Antalya, TUR | |
| 9 | Women's 48kg | 2014 | Colorado Springs, CO, USA | |
| Asian Para Games | ||||
| 2 | -48 kg J1 | 2022 | Hangzhou, CHN | |
