Judo, Jujutsu, and Karate : Dai Nippon Butoku Kai on Martial Arts In Japanese History

Dive into the fascinating history of the Dai Nippon Butoku Kai, a cornerstone of Japanese martial arts from 1895 to 1946.
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Founded in Kyoto with imperial endorsement, this organization unified diverse martial arts, including kendo, judo, and karate, under a national framework. It played a pivotal role in promoting martial virtues and education, aligning with Japan's modernization efforts during the Meiji era.

Discover how leaders like Prince Komatsu Akihito and Jigoro Kano shaped its legacy and how its dissolution post-WWII impacted martial arts globally. Learn how Judo differs from Jujutsu (jiujutsu / jujitsu) and why the original names for karate and jujutsu were changed. This video explores the profound influence of the Butoku Kai on both traditional and modern martial arts practices.

Prefer reading about it? Take a look at our blog post about it!

The Dai Nippon Butokukai
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dai Nippon Butoku Kai - Founding and Early Goals
00:30 Core Martial Arts Promoted
01:12 Historical Context: Japan's Military and Economic Focus - The backdrop of Fukoku Kyohei and its influence on martial arts.
02:06 Leadership and Key Figures - Roles of Prince Komatsu Akihito, Watanabe Chikao, and others.
02:26 Membership Structure and Regional Branches - Organization of branches and leadership appointments.
03:00 Jigoro Kano's Influence on Judo - The role of Kano in establishing rules and practices.
03:30 The Evolution of Martial Arts Terminology - Transition from jujutsu to judo, kenjutsu to kendo, etc.
04:13 Karate's Integration into Japanese Martial Arts - The influence of Miyagi Chōjun and the recognition of karate.
05:10 Establishment of the Teacher Training Institute - Training instructors for martial arts education in schools.
05:40 Reorganization During WWII - Changes in leadership and structure during wartime.
06:30 Dissolution of Dai Nippon Butoku Kai - Impact of SCAP orders on martial arts organizations.
07:09 The Hanbukan Dojo's Role Post-War - Preservation of karate during restrictions.
09:30 Kyokushin Karate History
10:23 Karate is a Chinese Martial Arts - it used to be called "Chinese Hand"
12:19 Changes in Judo After WWII - The establishment of the All Japan Judo Federation and rule changes.
12:49 Trip to the first Kodokan Dojo in Tokyo
14:15 Visit to the Kodokan Building in Tokyo
14:47 The Legacy of Judo and Jujutsu Techniques - How traditional techniques influenced modern practices.
16:19 The Rise of MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - The resurgence of interest in traditional techniques.
18:58 Conclusion


Keywords
Evolution of Japanese martial arts history
Dai Nippon Butoku Kai influence on judo
Traditional Japanese martial arts unification
Japanese martial arts history
Dai Nippon Butoku Kai
Influence of Jigoro Kano