Judo has it's roots in the Japanese Martial Arts, especially in a series of Ju-Jitsu schools. In 1882 it was Dr. Jigoro Kano in Shitaya who combined different forms under the name 'Kodokan Judo'. There's a ranking system in Judo which states one's level. There are student grades (kyu) and master grades (dan). Next to a fully-featured martial art, judo has developed as a sport, even a well established Olympic sport. The focus in judo is on throwing techniqus, with groundwork also a major component. In sports striking techniques such as kicking and punching are forbidden. The International Judo Federation was founded in 1951. For more info see Wikipedia.
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