Yasunori Ogura (Ogura Yasunori, 21 January 1958) is a Japanese master of Shotokan karate.[1] He has won the JKA All-Japan championships for kumite.[1] He is currently the Acting Executive Director of the Japan Karate Association.[2]
| Yasunori Ogura | |
|---|---|
| Born | 21 January 1958 Hokkaido, Japan |
| Style | Shotokan Karate |
| Teacher(s) | Masatoshi Nakayama |
| Rank | 8th Dan karate (JKA) |
Biography edit
Yasunori Ogura was born in Hokkaido, Japan on 21 January 1958. He studied at Taisho University. His karate training began during his 1st year of high school.[1]
Competition edit
Yasunori Ogura has had considerable success in karate competition.[1]
Major Tournament Success edit
- 3rd Shoto World Cup Karate Championship Tournament - 1st Place Group Kata
- 29th JKA All Japan Karate Championship (1986) - 1st Place Kumite
- 28th JKA All Japan Karate Championship (1985) - 2nd Place Kumite
- 27th JKA All Japan Karate Championship (1984) - 3rd Place Kumite
References edit
- ^ a b c d JKA: Instructor profiles – Sensei Yasunori Ogura 8th Dan Retrieved on November 25th 2019.
- ^ JKA Organizational Structure Retrieved on November 25th 2019.
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