Bunasawa Kai Judo & Jukkendo

Bunasawa Kai Judo & Jukkendo offers Judo classes for Kinder, Juniors, Parents, Kids, and Juniors All Levels, plus Jukkendo for Juniors and Seniors All Levels. Classes are offered on Tuesday and Friday evenings, and on Monday and Wednesday evenings.

Programs

• JUDO: Kinder/Juniors/Parents — Tuesday, Friday, 4:45 - 6:00 PM
• JUKKENDO: Juniors/Seniors All Levels — Tuesday, Friday, 6:25 - 7:00 PM
• JUDO: Seniors Technical — Tuesday, Friday, 7:00 - 8:15 PM
• JUDO: Open Mats — Tuesday, Friday, 8:15 - 9:15 PM
• JUDO: Kids, Juniors All Levels — Monday, Wednesday, 5:30 - 6:45 PM
• JUDO: Juniors/Seniors All Levels — Monday, Wednesday, 6:45 - 8:15 PM

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• General schedule: Classes are offered Tuesday and Friday evenings in Costa Mesa, and Monday and Wednesday evenings in Temecula.

About the provider

The program was founded in 1972 by Nori Bunasawa, who is a Kodokan judo 9th-dan and the founder of Jukkendo. Sensei Bunasawa has over 45 years of teaching experience and is a former all Japan weight limit judo champion and 1975 U.S. world team coach. The program’s mission is to educate, transform and develop successful judokas in and out of the dojo.

Bunasawa kai dojo is a friendly environment that is open to all age groups. Testimonials state that Sensei will tailor the program to a child's ability and ambition.

What families say

“This is by far the best judo club in the Orange County area. The kids program is top notch and highly recommended. Bunasawa Kai is extremely friendly to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu players looking to work on their stand-up judo game. Sensei Bunasawa was a direct training partner and student of the legendary Kimura and is the founder of Jukkendo, Maeda style Judo/Jiu Jitsu/MMA.” — Allen W

Last updated October 8, 2026.