Jujutsu

An ancient Japanese martial art originating from battlefield grappling. It encompasses a comprehensive system of practical techniques including throws, joint locks, chokes, and strikes. As the source of both judo and Brazilian jiu-jitsu, it has been globally reappraised as 'jujitsu' amid the rise of MMA (mixed martial arts).

A Japanese martial art using bamboo swords and armor, originating from samurai swordsmanship. Emphasizing the unity of spirit, sword, and body, it values etiquette and spirituality alongside technique. The 'ippon' scoring requires beautiful strikes, embodying a uniquely Japanese martial art culture aimed at character development beyond mere winning.

Traditional Japanese archery using the wabumi bow. Using the world's longest bow (approximately 2.2 meters), movements following the 'eight stages of shooting' constitute a spiritual discipline akin to Zen. The goal is not merely hitting the target—the philosophy of 'seisha hicchu' (correct shooting always hits) encapsulates Japanese martial arts philosophy.

A martial art systematizing the art of drawing the Japanese sword. Practitioners train through kata—a series of movements from drawing, cutting, and blood-shaking to resheathing the sword. Based on solo practice against imaginary opponents, the spirituality of concealing combat within the scabbard symbolizes the depth of Japanese martial arts culture.

The traditional Japanese art of writing characters with brush and ink. Pursuing the beauty of kanji and the elegance of kana, the writer's spirit is revealed in every stroke. Required in education and deeply rooted in Japanese life through New Year kakizome and nengajo. Modern calligraphy performances have gained popularity among young people.

A collective term for traditional Japanese martial arts established before the Edo period. Encompassing diverse techniques including swordsmanship, spearmanship, archery, horsemanship, and swimming, each school has transmitted techniques through oral tradition and kata. As the source of modern martial arts, it attracts attention from domestic and international researchers as the crystallization of bushido spirit and combat technique.