Daiju Takase, a seasoned mixed martial artist, competed with a record of 12-15-2, primarily in the welterweight division at 170 lbs. Throughout his career, he demonstrated an average striking rate of 0.49 significant strikes per minute, while maintaining a striking accuracy of 30%. However, he absorbed a considerable number of strikes, with an average of 1.64 strikes per minute, and his strike defense was at 47%. In terms of grappling, Takase attempted an average of 1.2 submissions per 15 minutes and managed to land takedowns at a rate of 0.84 per fight. His takedown accuracy was relatively low at 17%. Takase's career highlights are marked by his encounters with notable opponents. In the late 90s, he faced Jeremy Horn, Kenichi Yamamoto, and Fabiano Iha in the UFC. Unfortunately, he suffered losses against all three, with defeats via knockout/technical knockout (elbows, punches) in his last three fights, which took place in 1999 and 2000.