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Kazuhiro Nakamura

TRAINING: I am very focused on training and I do two training sessions a day and various mental training, such as Yoga.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started MMA in April, 2003. My purpose for fighting is to familiarize Judo to all people in the world. And I would like to let all people know that Judo is NO.1 through my MMA fights.

What ranks and titles have you held? None

Do you have any heroes? Muhammad Ali

What is your favorite technique? Technique is……………..strong mind, strong heart, and soul

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? Destiny

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn?? I graduated The International Budo University in Japan. I learned all kinds of Budo such as History and skill.

What was your job before you started fighting?? I worked at a gas supply company in Japan.