Kobudō

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Kobudō (古武道?) or Ko-budō, a Japanese term meaning "old martial way", may refer to:

  • Koryū: in contrast to budō, which has become more competitive, a type of martial art which has kept its ancient mode of training and has been preserved and handed down from generation to generation (originating prior to 1886).[1]
  • Okinawan kobudō: the martial arts weaponry systems originating on the island of Okinawa.

[edit] Reference

  1. ^ Japanese-English Dictionary of Kendo. All Japan Kendo Federation. 2000. Page 52.
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