Japanese Martial Arts
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Jujutsu
Jujutsu: The Ancient Art of Japanese Grappling
Martial Arts: Jujutsu (柔術), meaning “the gentle art,” is a traditional Japanese martial art that focuses on grappling, joint locks, throws,…
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Others
Judo: The Evolution of a Modern Martial Art
Martial Arts: Judo (柔道), meaning “the gentle way,” is a modern martial art and Olympic sport founded by Jigoro Kano…
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Others
Kendo: The Way of the Sword
Martial Arts: Kendo (剣道), meaning “The Way of the Sword,” is a modern Japanese martial art that evolved from traditional samurai…
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Experts
Mitsuyo Maeda: The Man Who Brought Jiu-Jitsu to Brazil
Experts: Mitsuyo Maeda (前田 光世, Maeda Mitsuyo), also known as “Conde Koma” (The Count of Combat), was born on November 18,…
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Karate
The Chinese Connection: How Fujian Martial Arts Shaped Okinawan Karate
Karate: Okinawan Karate, widely recognized as one of the most influential martial arts in the world, has deep roots in…
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Karate
Karate, From Self-Defense to Modern Sport
Martial Arts: Karate, a martial art with roots in the Ryukyu Kingdom (modern-day Okinawa, Japan), has evolved from a traditional self-defense…
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Karate
The History of Kyokushin Karate
Martial Arts: Kyokushin Karate is a full-contact martial art founded by Masutatsu Oyama in 1964. Known for its rigorous training, powerful…
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