Judo

A martial art originating in Japan, founded by Jigoro Kano in 1882. Based on the principle of 'gentleness controls strength,' it focuses on throwing and grappling techniques and became an official Olympic sport at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. Today it is practiced in over 200 countries worldwide.

A martial art founded in 1882 by Jigoro Kano, who systematized traditional jujutsu. Based on the principle of 'maximum efficiency with minimum effort,' it comprises throwing and grappling techniques. Judo became an official Olympic sport at the 1964 Tokyo Games and is now practiced in over 204 countries. Its educational philosophy of 'mutual welfare and benefit' extends far beyond sport.

A Japanese martial art originating in Okinawa, primarily using strikes and kicks. Rooted in the karate of the Ryukyu Kingdom era, it developed into four major schools—Shotokan, Goju-ryu, Shito-ryu, and Wado-ryu—after spreading to mainland Japan. Adopted as an official sport at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, it has over 100 million practitioners worldwide.

A striking martial art uniquely developed in Okinawa, systematizing punches, kicks, and blocks. Originating from Ryukyu Kingdom-era 'Ti,' it spawned styles including Shotokan, Goju-ryu, Shito-ryu, and Wado-ryu after reaching mainland Japan. Adopted as an official sport at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, it is practiced by over 100 million people worldwide.

Karate, a traditional martial art originating in Okinawa, was officially adopted as an Olympic sport for the first time at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Through standardization by the World Karate Federation, it achieved fusion of traditional martial art and modern sport. This has accelerated karate's global expansion among youth, increasing its cultural and sporting significance worldwide.

Modern judo established by Jigoro Kano in 1882, systematizing classical jujutsu with emphasis on educational value. It evolved into an Olympic sport, now practiced in over 200 countries worldwide. It represents the greatest success in spreading Japanese martial arts globally, fundamentally transforming ancient jujutsu into a modern, internationally recognized discipline.