Judo

Judo

Japanese modern martial art created in 1882.

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za-rei

Sports; Judo

This is a kneeling bow that is very formal and is done at the opening or closing of a training session.

referee

Sports; Judo

The referee positions himself in the contest area. If a challenge comes up, a vote is taken and the two judges and the referee make the final ruling, with the majority vote deciding the outcome.

seoi-nage

Sports; Judo

Shoulder throw. This is one of the most used techniques in judo and it is when a combatant will use their back to throw their opponent over their shoulder.