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Judo term

Kodokan

Pronunciation
koh-doh-kahn
Meaning
The original Judo school

In Judo

The Kodokan is the Judo school founded by Kano Jigoro in Tokyo in 1882.

Lessons that teach this

  • Judo HistoryLearn a compact timeline of Judo's development.
  • ReviewReview Judo's roots, Kodokan, and modern international development.

Core Concepts

The big ideas that define Judo.

Quick check

What school did Kanō Jigorō found in 1882?

Reveal answer

The Kodokan.

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