Jujitsu schools, classes, dojos, in Japan - About Jujitsu:
No one knows exactly where Jujitsu started. Although it has its origins in ancient Japan, it is also thought to be of an antiquated Chinese origin. Jujitsu was influenced by many fighting styles, incorporating parts of all of them. The weaponless styles of Jujitsu were integrated into the training of the Samurai, from the eighth to the sixteenth centuries. In 1603, Tokugawa Leysu united Japan under the control of the Tokugawa government, and so began the era that bears their name. During this time, as Japan was united, there was less and less armed warfare, and so the weaponless style of Jujitsu became more and more prominent. In the mid 19th century, the Samurai class was formally disbanded, and many schools died out. It was at this time that Jigoro Kano, a master of the Tenshin Shin'Yo ryu Ju-Jitsu developed Judo, would be be more accepted by the populace. By the mid twenty century, with the Meji restoration, the ban on Jujitsu in Japan had lifted, allowing the free practicing of the art.
October 14, 2008 Posted by
Dojo-Japan staff
Tokugawa Jujutsu Dojo:
If you are interested in learning a traditional system of self defense then this is the place! Classic Japanese Jujutsu is being taught 6 days a week, incorporating the ryu-Karate, Judo, Aikido, Kenpo, Kendo. They also have a branch in California.
Website: http://www.bushidoindustries.com/
Email: admin@bushidoindustries.com
Location: 204 5-18-5 Ueno Daito-ku Tokyo 110-0005 Japan
October 22, 2008Posted by
Dojo-Japan staff
KEISATSU JUJUTSU DOJO:
The dojo classes are traditional, operated as none-profit and interested persons must make an appointment since class sizes are limited. Although classes are traditional, some modern adaptations are used in the YSR dojo. The mudansha mokuroku has been divided into colour belt (white through brown) rank system. Colour belts wear a keikogi. Dan ranks are used up to and including yondan. Hakama and uwagi or keikogi may be worn by yudansha. The highest ranking in YSR jujutsu is Saiko Shihan and is held by the head of the system in this case Michio Yamanaka.
Website: http://www.freewebs.com/shindoryu
Email: sobukan.sensei@gmail.com
October 22, 2008Posted by
Dojo-Japan staff
