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2026.11TATORU is moving to a new dojo in Izumi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto.See the New Dojo

Everything about TATORU
is in this video

November 2026,
a new dojo.

TATORU is moving to Izumi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto. Take an early look at renderings of the new dojo.

The mat area of the new dojo, with the TATORU logo on the front wall
Mat Area (rendering)
Address
〒862-0941
7-56-41 Izumi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto
Morino Bldg 1F
Moving
From Nov 1, 2026
See the New DojoAccess

*Images are renderings. The finished space may differ.

A lounge with a long table
Lounge (rendering)
The mat area seen from the entrance
From the Entrance (rendering)
Wall Display (rendering)

What Is Jiu-Jitsu?

Around the world, more and more adults are taking up Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a hobby they love.

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What Is TATORU?

We want to root Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Kumamoto and share its appeal with as many people as we can.

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Why TATORU

We want everyone who starts to keep going, so every day we work to make TATORU a comfortable place that gives you more than your fees are worth.

  1. A Social Space for Adults, a Third Place

    Go to TATORU and you'll see familiar faces. Many members come because it lets them build relationships outside of work and home.

  2. Lots of Classes

    We're open from morning to night, so you can train before work, after work, or whenever you have free time.

  3. Unlimited Classes, One Flat Fee

    TATORU is set up to be a great deal for people who train a lot.

  4. Easy for Women to Start

    We have a female instructor and plenty of women members already, so you'll never feel out of place.

  5. Come With Nothing

    Gis are bulky, and some people don't want to carry one to work. You can train with our rental gi set.

  6. We Explain Things Properly

    At TATORU, we teach the mechanics of each technique in class. We don't do that mysterious "watch and learn if you want to get strong" style of coaching.

If even one thing here caught your interest,
I think it's worth giving it a try.
See you at the dojo!

TATORU Owner Yosuke Takagame

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Our Classes

Beginners Class

A class for learning the basic techniques of jiu-jitsu. They say jiu-jitsu has thousands of techniques, but the basics are the timeless, classic ones. They include moves you may know from MMA, like the armbar, the triangle choke and the mount position.

All Levels Class

The instructor chooses the best techniques for whoever shows up each time. What we teach at TATORU ranges from cutting-edge world techniques to classical ones, and we adjust the difficulty and focus to match the group.

Grappling Class

When you first start jiu-jitsu, you may wonder what grappling is. Simply put, it's jiu-jitsu without the gi. With no gi to grab, there's less stalling. It's thrilling to do and to watch, and in the US it's actually bigger than gi jiu-jitsu. More people join in the hot summer, and there's less laundry too.

Open Mat (Free Training)

You can't use jiu-jitsu techniques just by learning them in class. You find a partner and keep trying them in drilling and sparring during open mat. Finding a partner may feel intimidating, but don't worry: there are plenty of people who love to teach. Level up here, then try it out in class sparring.

TATORU KIDZ (Junior & Kids Jiu-Jitsu)

It began as a class for the children of TATORU members and has grown into one of the leading teams in Kyushu. It's no exaggeration to say TATORU KIDZ kids have the best athletic ability and self-defense skills in Kumamoto. A parent-and-child class is held once a week.

TATORU KIDZ (Kids Gymnastics Class)

The secret to TATORU KIDZ's strength is alternating gymnastics and jiu-jitsu practice. Interestingly, it's very common for parents to bring their kids to TATORU KIDZ as an after-school activity and then start training themselves.

Schedule from Nov 3, 2026

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6:30–7:30Beginners10:30–11:30Beginners17:15–18:45Juniors17:30–18:30Open Mat19:00–20:00Beginners19:00–20:00Grappling20:30–21:30Beginners
10:30–11:30Beginners17:30–18:30Beginners17:30–18:45Juniors & Youth Open Mat18:45–20:00Kids20:30–21:45All Levels
9:00–10:00Beginners10:30–11:30Beginners17:15–18:45Juniors17:30–18:30Open Mat19:00–20:00Beginners20:30–21:45Grappling
6:30–7:30Beginners10:30–11:30Open Mat17:30–18:30Beginners17:30–18:45Juniors & Youth Open Mat18:45–20:00Kids20:30–21:45All Levels
9:00–10:00Beginners10:30–11:30Beginners17:15–18:30Kids19:00–20:00Beginners20:00–21:00Open Mat20:00–21:15Youth
9:00–10:00Beginners10:30–11:30Beginners15:00–16:15Youth16:30–17:45Juniors18:00–19:00Kids19:00–19:45Intro19:00–19:15Kids Open Mat19:30–20:30Beginners20:30–21:30Open Mat
9:30–11:00Open Mat9:30–11:00Kids, Juniors & Youth Open Mat18:00–19:00Grappling19:30–20:30Beginners

Instructors

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Yosuke Takagame
The only Japanese winner: Best Professor of the Year 2023

Head Instructor

Yosuke Takagame

Black Belt, 3rd Degree

  • Winner of Best Professor of the Year 2023
Natsuki Takamoto

Instructors

Natsuki Takamoto

Black Belt

  • 2025 IBJJF Masters World Championship, Master 1 Black Belt Featherweight: Runner-up
  • 2024 SJJIF World Championship, Adult Black Belt Featherweight: Champion
  • 2024 JBJJF All Japan Jiu-Jitsu Championship, Black Belt Featherweight: Champion

Pricing
(Unlimited Classes)

About the Free Trial

We welcome trial classes every day. Same-day sign-ups are fine! We lend you a gi and belt for free, so feel free to get in touch!

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Regular Members

Full-Time MemberUnlimited classes
16,500yen / month
2x-a-Week MemberTrain 2 days a week (any number of classes per day)
14,300yen / month
1x-a-Week MemberTrain 1 day a week (any number of classes per day)
12,100yen / month

Women Members & University Students

Full-Time MemberUnlimited classes
13,200yen / month
2x-a-Week MemberTrain 2 days a week (any number of classes per day)
11,000yen / month
1x-a-Week MemberTrain 1 day a week (any number of classes per day)
8,800yen / month

Kids, Juniors & Youth

Full-Time MemberUnlimited classes
13,200yen / month
2x-a-Week MemberTrain 2 days a week (any number of classes per day)
11,000yen / month
Registration Fee (first time only)
11,000yen

Prices apply from November 2026. All prices include tax.

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ACCESSGetting to TATORU

From Nov 1, 2026
〒862-0941
Morino Bldg 1F, 7-56-41 Izumi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto
Until Oct 31, 2026
8-5-26 Denakama, Minami-ku, Kumamoto

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Kids classes for ages 4 to 15.
Builds coordination, manners, and confidence.

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