George Kerr awarded Japanese Honour

George Care, a former European judo champion, was honored by Japan with the Order of the Rising Sun for his contributions to sports and fostering UK-Japan relations. The award, equivalent to a CBE, was presented in Edinburgh. Care's achievements include reaching the 10th Dan level in judo. His recognition highlights the significance of judo in promoting mutual understanding between nations. Other notable figures like Sepp Blatter and Clint Eastwood have also received similar honors.

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