The 2024 AKF Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships kicked off with an exciting first day of competition in Manila, drawing together the best young karate talent from across Asia. The day was filled with intense matches and impressive displays of skill, with Japan emerging as the dominant force.

Cadet Kata Female: Wakana Ito of Japan Triumphs

Wakana Ito of Japan showcased exceptional poise and precision in the Cadet Kata Female category, defeating Mai Quynh Anh Nguyen of Vietnam with a score of 42.30 to 40.60.

Cadet Kata Male: Takeru Hamazawa Wins for Japan

In the Cadet Kata Male category, Japan's Takeru Hamazawa secured a decisive win over Yaqoub Bu Khawwah of Saudi Arabia. Hamazawa scored 41.40, surpassing Bu Khawwah's 39.40.

Kata Team Cadet and Junior Female: Japan Continues Its Winning Streak

Japan's dominance continued in the Kata Team Cadet and Junior Female category. The Japanese team delivered a flawless performance, scoring 43.00 to defeat Vietnam, who scored 40.80.

Kata Team Cadet and Junior Male: Another Win for Japan

In the Kata Team Cadet and Junior Male category, Japan once again took the gold. The Japanese team defeated Saudi Arabia with a score of 41.90 to 38.70, continuing their sweep of the kata events.

Cadet Kumite Male -52 kg: Abdulrahman Arafat Takes Gold for Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia found success in the Cadet Kumite Male -52 kg category, where Abdulrahman Arafat secured a commanding 6-0 victory over Mohammad Alhaddad of Kuwait.

Cadet Kumite Female -47 kg: Iran’s Dahneh Sari Parmis Alipour Shines

Iran's Dahneh Sari Parmis Alipour delivered a stunning performance in the Cadet Kumite Female -47 kg category, defeating Nurinissa Dairkhan of Kazakhstan 8-0.

Cadet Kumite Male -57 kg: Jordan’s Hatem Alharasees Prevails

Hatem Alharasees of Jordan emerged victorious in the Cadet Kumite Male -57 kg category, winning 2-0 against Tsz Pui Lam of Hong Kong.

Cadet Kumite Female -54 kg: Wakana Karikomi Adds to Japan’s Medal Count

Japan’s Wakana Karikomi added another gold to Japan’s tally in the Cadet Kumite Female -54 kg category. She defeated Ailec Rei Cervan of the Philippines 4-1 in a closely fought match.

Cadet Kumite Male -63 kg: Amirali Teymouri Khalilabad Dominates for Iran

Iran's Amirali Teymouri Khalilabad delivered a dominant performance in the Cadet Kumite Male -63 kg category, winning 8-0 against Ahmed Alsauod of Jordan.

Cadet Kumite Female -61 kg: Iran’s Saghar Jandaghi Edges Out the Competition

In the Cadet Kumite Female -61 kg category, Saghar Jandaghi of Iran claimed victory with a 1-1 win over Perizat Aldabergen of Kazakhstan, with the decision going in her favor.

Cadet Kumite Male -70 kg: Japan’s Takeru Ogawa Wins by a Narrow Margin

Japan’s Takeru Ogawa clinched the gold in the Cadet Kumite Male -70 kg category with a close 4-3 victory over Aksultan Omirzak of Kazakhstan.

Cadet Kumite Female 61+ kg: Mariam Bsharat of Palestine Takes Gold

Mariam Bsharat of Palestine emerged victorious in the Cadet Kumite Female 61+ kg category, defeating Deria Daian of Kyrgyzstan 7-6.

Cadet Kumite Male 70+ kg: Arashi Chiba Wins Another for Japan

Rounding off Japan's successful day, Arashi Chiba won the Cadet Kumite Male 70+ kg category with a 4-3 victory over Amro Albargawi of Saudi Arabia.

The 2024 AKF Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships continue to showcase the incredible talent and competitive spirit of young karatekas across Asia.

2024 AKF CADET, JUNIOR & U21 CHAMPIONSHIPS