Kobudo
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or Ko-budō, a Japanese term meaning "old martial way", may refer to:
- KoryūKoryuis a Japanese word that is used in association with the ancient Japanese martial arts. This word literally translates as "old school" or "traditional school"...
: in contrast to budōBudois a Japanese term describing martial arts. In English, it is used almost exclusively in reference to Japanese martial arts.-Etymology:Budō is a compound of the root bu , meaning war or martial; and dō , meaning path or way. Specifically, dō is derived from the Buddhist Sanskrit mārga...
, which has become more competitive, a type of martial artMartial artsMartial arts are extensive systems of codified practices and traditions of combat, practiced for a variety of reasons, including self-defense, competition, physical health and fitness, as well as mental and spiritual development....
which has kept its ancient mode of training and has been preserved and handed down from generation to generation (originating prior to 1886). - Okinawan kobudōOkinawan kobudoOkinawan kobudō is a Japanese term that can be translated as "old martial way of Okinawa"...
: the martial arts weaponry systems originating on the island of Okinawa.