Japanese Kickboxing - Learning the Art of Fighting with Tai Terada

Tai Terada is the founder of Maji Art of Fight gym in Eindhoven and a European K-1 Champion, widely respected for his deep technical understanding of modern Kickboxing and his ability to teach it clearly to fighters and coaches around the world.

In this unique full-length instructional, Terada presents a complete introduction to the modern Japanese Kickboxing system—a style that has become one of the most effective and fast-evolving approaches in elite striking competition today.

Popularised by fighters such as Takeru Segawa and Yuki Yoza, Japanese Kickboxing blends elements of Kyokushin karate, Dutch-style combinations and modern fight tactics into a highly aggressive, timing-based system built for real competition.

Japanese Kickboxing - Learning the Art of Fighting with Tai Terada

Tai, alongside his brother Takumi, grew up in Kobayashi, Japan.  Their daily life from being young was one of rigorous martial arts training in the hard style of Kyokushin Karate under their father.

This background eventually led to Tai moving into kickboxing.  After competing briefly in Japan as kickboxer, he made the decision to travel West and move to the Netherlands in order to train with some of the world’s leading Dutch fighters at that time.  He then went onto becoming a European K-1 champion with an unbeaten professional record.

His love moved from fighting to coaching, and this saw him retire at an early age from active competition so that he could concentrate on training others in the Japanese style so favoured by him and his brother.  

He is close to the likes of ONE Championship über talent Yuki Yoza and world renowned Team Vasileus coach Masakazu Watanabe, and regularly trains with them and his brother when they visit him for fight camps.

A Modern Striking System Built for Real Fights

This is not traditional kickboxing.

Japanese Kickboxing is defined by:

• Constant pressure and sharp entries
• Devastating calf kicks and unorthodox low kicks
• Unique kicking mechanics rarely seen in Western systems
• Kyokushin-based punching and body attacks
• Creative use of knees, spins and rhythm changes

In this volume, Terada breaks the system down in a way that makes it clear, structured and immediately applicable—whether you’re a kickboxer, Muay Thai fighter or MMA athlete.

What You’ll Learn

Inside this instructional, you’ll develop a deep understanding of the key weapons and tactics that define Japanese Kickboxing:

• Understanding the Range
  Learn how Japanese fighters control distance differently to create openings and dictate exchanges.
• Japanese Calf Kicks
  A modern staple of the sport—delivered with timing and precision to disrupt balance and movement.
• Yoza & Mikazuki Kicks
  Signature techniques of the style, used to break guard, attack the body and create unpredictable angles.
• Unorthodox Low Kicks
  Discover variations that catch opponents off guard and bypass traditional defences.
• The Japanese Knee
  A fast, direct and highly effective weapon used in combination and on entry.
• Kyokushin Punches & Kicks
  Learn how Kyokushin karate influences the punching style—focusing on body damage, durability and forward pressure.
• Back Spin Kick
  A powerful finishing technique used throughout Japanese competition.
• Defending Calf Kicks & Mikazuki Kicks
  Essential knowledge for dealing with one of the most dangerous striking arsenals in modern kickboxing.
• Japanese Combination Drills
  Build fluid, aggressive combinations that reflect how the system is actually used in sparring and competition.
• Bonus Seminar Footage
  Exclusive content from Tai Terada’s recent sold-out UK seminar.

Why This Instructional Is Different

There are very few resources available on Japanese Kickboxing—especially in English.

This is potentially the only full-length instructional available worldwide that:

• Breaks down the modern Japanese Kickboxing system in detail
• Is taught by a Japanese instructor actively coaching elite level fighters in the style
• Is delivered in clear, accessible English for fighters and coaches

For Intermediate to Advanced Strikers

This volume is designed for:

• Kickboxers looking to evolve their style with modern techniques
• Muay Thai fighters wanting to understand new kicking systems and entries
• MMA athletes adapting striking for small gloves and dynamic exchanges
• Coaches seeking to integrate Japanese methods into their programmes