The Monthly Dojo Drop: ALMA Fight Gym Homies
Location
-461-0004 Aichi, Nagoya, Higashi Ward, Aoi, 1 Chome−21−2 松原ビル 1F
-No dedicated parking available on-site but coin parking nearby and a subway as well as bus stop
Lead By
Akira Hosokawa- JBJJF Hall of Famer
Class Attended
Thursday Gi- Regular Class 9:00pm- 10:15pm
Vibe
A very beginner‑friendly and well-structured class. The classes are taught in a very broken down and technically clear manner while not being so formal that you don’t feel comfortable asking questions.
Facilities
Clean, well‑maintained facility with one toilet, men’s and women’s locker rooms, plus showers.
Decent sized mat space that comfortably supports multiple matches at once.
Visitor Notes
Drop‑in fee- 5,000 yen
Rental gi- Available
Reaching out via social media before visiting is recommended.
Staff speaks mostly Japanese but is very accommodating and kind.
Training Style
Technical instruction with plenty of time to drill and apply techniques in live scenarios.
Coaches will intentionally shuffle your training partners during the class to provide opportunities for learning with a variety of people.
Coaches are hands‑on, attentive, and quick to clarify details when needed.
Sparring intensity is self‑paced — competitive but always safe and respectful.
Good For
Grapplers of all skill levels seeking instruction from a JBJJF Hall of Fame member. Whether you’re looking for a home gym or just dropping in to make new friends, this location is highly recommended.
My Experience
ALMA Fight Gym Homies ran by JBJJF Hall of Famer, Akira Hosokawa, is a great team to stop in and train with. His instruction is highly technical and very well explained, no matter how much Japanese you speak. He provides ample time to practice techniques and truly hone in what he is teaching rather than speed running the class. Everyone was very welcoming and eager to train with me and when it was time to spar we had great competitive and technical rounds without anyone going too hard or trying to hurt each other. I look forward to going back to visit this team the next time that I am in Nagoya.
If you want to see more on my trip to Nagoya, check out my YouTube video linked below!
