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Special facilities are available to overseas members in the International Division, in
which members are divided into four groups: Beginners, Class A, Class B and Special.
International Division instructors have all lived abroad and are familiar with the needs
of foreign students.
JUDO MAGAZINE,
The Kodokan publishes -/ado, a magazine which serves as the o{Iicial organ of the Æl
Japan Judo Federation. Correspondence concerning subscriptions should be sent to
the Kodokan Editorial Department.
ANNUAL EVENTS
The main annual event is Kagami-biraki, which marks the reopening of the dojo
after the New Year's vacation and the start of winter training (kangeiko)'
The National Upper Division Tournament and the Æl Japan Championships are
held in April. Other events include the Spring Red and White Tournament in May,
Midsummer Training in July, the Æl Japan Women's Championships in September
and the Autumn Red and White Tournament held in October. Examinations for
advancement in grade are held monthly.
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