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Asian Art Museum

August 15 - August 15, 2013

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200 Larkin Street San Francisco, CA 94102
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Thursday, Aug. 15, 2013 Film screening: 7–8 p.m. Panel and demonstration: 8-9 p.m. Samsung Hall Asian Art Museum 200 Larkin Street San Francisco, Ca 94102 Free with museum admission Mrs. Judo: Be Strong, Be Gentle, Be Beautiful is a film that documents the journey of Keiko Fukuda’s decision to defy tradition, choose her own path and make judo history by being the only woman to attain the pinnacle 10th degree. Join the filmmaker Yuriko Gamo Romer and panelists after the screening to discuss topics presented in the film. After the screening, there will be a demonstration of Fukuda's signature Ju-no-kata, a set of forms designed to teach the fundamental principles of judo.