Students had long complained that Mifune would get carried away with lectures, and he was "feared more than loved." On May 25, 1945, he was promoted to judan (10th dan), the fourth of 15 judoka to ever be so honored.
Students had long complained that Mifune would go too far with his lectures and was "fearful more than beloved." On May 25, 1945, he received a promotion to judan (10th dan), the fourth of fifteen judoka ever so honored.