At just 20 years old, Alu Hyodo is already one of the most exciting names to watch in Japanese combat sports. Born and raised in Manoa, Hawaii, Alu stepped onto the mats for the first time at age 8 — and never looked back. What started as a childhood introduction to jiu jitsu has grown into a full-fledged career as a professional MMA fighter and elite jiu jitsu competitor.
Driven, focused, and fiercely competitive, Alu is chasing one goal above all: becoming Shooto Atomweight Champion. With a growing list of titles across both MMA and jiu jitsu, she's proving every day that she has the skill and heart to get there.

Achievements

2025 All Japan Amateur Shooto Atomweight Champion
2025 Shooto Cup Jiu-Jitsu Championship — 1st Place, Blue Belt, Light Featherweight
2025 ASJJF Tokyo International Spring Championship — 1st Place, Blue Belt, Light Featherweight (Gi & No-Gi)
2025 East Japan International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship — 1st Place, Blue Belt, Light Featherweight (Gi & No-Gi)
2026 All Japan Open JBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship — 1st Place, Purple Belt, Light Featherweight