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Kokorozashi: My Documentary Film Reveals the Japanese Philosophy
When the cameras started rolling for this documentary, I knew we weren't just filming another fighter's story. We were capturing kokorozashi—a Japanese concept that transcends motivation, becoming the soul-deep mission that guides every aspect of my life, from the cage to the classroom, from fatherhood to cultural identity.
XMMA fight announcement
XMMA4
It’s official, XMMA BL4CK MAGIC will take place on April 2nd at the Fillmore in New Orleans! I will be back in a cage on April 2nd for @xmma.tv The event will be broadcast live and take place in New Orleans, Louisiana. Don’t miss this 14 former UFC fighters’ reunion party!
Cage Titans 47
I would like to say “Thank you” to all of the Teknation people. Nobody fights to lose, and I wish every fight ends with victory, but that’s not the nature of what I do. I am so grateful and humbled by the unconditional support you have given to me.
Fight Announcement Cage Titans XLVII
I would like to announce that I am competing at the main event for Cage Titans on January 25th. 2020 marks Cage Titans’ 10th year in business and in celebration, they are kicking off the monumental year in a huge way with arguably its biggest and most stacked event ever.
Fight Announcement CES 57
Keep going! My next fight is going to take place at Twin River Casino in RI again. I am coming back to a cage in this summer. This fight is going to be very exciting for sure and I got another tough guy from NY. Thank you CES for a great opportunity to perform in New England.
Fight Announcement CES 54
I will kick off 2019 with a victory! My next fight is going to take place at Twin River Casino in RI. After fighting in Japan, I came back to New England. This fight is going to be very exciting for sure.
Keep Going
Just want to say “Thank you” for those who support and believe in me in 2018. When I am down and out and nothing is going on my way, I keep going. “Keep going” is message to myself.
Pancrase 297
It was the first time I got TKOed. I haven't been knocked out or tapped out in my professional fight career. Some said the referee was too early to stop, but I have no excuse and have to accept the result. I can't believe what happened to me. I was feeling good, ready, confident, appreciated, excited, sharp, and focused.
Fight Announcement Pancrase 297
Fight Announcement!
I am fighting against Toru Ogawa at Pancrase 297 in Tokyo Japan. This is going to be very exciting fight for me against 5nd ranked contender in Japan.
Shoulder surgery
I will keep my head up and work on what I can do right now. I believe in myself as you guys do. I will keep you guys posted on my rehab life.
Pancrase 285
Tough loss... I can't believe what happened to me. I was feeling good, ready, confident, appreciated, excited, sharp, and focused.
Fight Announcement Pancrase 285
Fight Announcement!
I am fighting against Senzo Ikeda at Pancrase 285 in Tokyo Japan. This is going to be very exciting fight for me against 2nd ranked contender.
Pancrase 280
Thanks for all support from everywhere. I am beyond blessed man in my hometown. Pacrase280 went very well, and I got my hand raised. It was a very good experience as a fighter.
Fight Announcement Pancrase 280
I would love to make a fight statement. On September 11(Japan time), I am fighting against So Tatsuya, Okinawa, Japan. Has been a long time since my last fight.
Traveled a Unique Path to UFC Debut at Fight Night 50
A former competitor on season 14 of The Ultimate Fighter, Boston's Tateki Matsuda will make his UFC debut at Foxwoods in Ledyard, Connecticut on September 5 when he replaces the injured Dustin Kimura in a bantamweight bout against Chris Beal.
