Abstract
This study aimed to clarify the characteristics of Japanese athletes by analyzing the techniques and tactics observed at the 18th All Japan Taekwondo Championships (East Japan Regional Competition) and the 18th All Japan Student Championships. The findings revealed that athletes tend to favor techniques that are relatively easy to execute and have high success rates, such as front kicks and side kicks. In contrast, although high-difficulty techniques are used less frequently, they have demonstrated significant scoring potential, indicating their strategic value in competitive settings. Defensive tactics were shown to be highly efficient for scoring, with counterattacking tactics also proving effective in specific scenarios. Moreover, athletes who achieved victory demonstrated superior continuity in their techniques, but a lack of striking power was highlighted as an area for improvement. It was also noted that mid-level techniques were frequently used but had a relatively low success rate. In contrast, highlevel techniques, particularly the downward heel kick, demonstrated notable scoring effectiveness, suggesting a potential tactical advantage. Based on these observations, this study suggests that enhancing the use of highdifficulty techniques and defensive tactics, along with improving technique continuity and striking power, should be emphasized in future training.
