With Okinawa Invitational 3 Around the Corner, Let’s Look Back at What Made the Last One Special
Okinawa Invitational 2 brought together twelve high‑level no‑gi athletes from Japan, the United States, and Brazil for a night of technical grappling and competitive intensity. The event showcased both established talent and emerging standouts, highlighted by Marlon Barbosa Godoy’s championship run and Ibuki Arimatsu’s breakout performance that saw him defeat three black belts on his way to a remarkable second‑place finish.
No-Gi Seminar at Pacific Grappler Dojo: Anaconda series with Ibuki Arimatsu
Upcoming Seminar: Ibuki Arimatsu at Pacific Grappler Dojo
Join us August 23 at 10:00 AM for a no-gi seminar on the anaconda choke, taught by elite grappler
Ibuki Arimatsu- Okinawa Invitational 2 silver medalist, 2025 All Japan No-Gi double gold winner, and 3-time JBJJF champion.
Entry: $20 / ¥3000
All proceeds go toward Heath Pedigo’s eye surgery fund.
Let’s train, learn, and support—together.

