Judo term
Kodokan: Judo Meaning
- Pronunciation
- koh-doh-kahn
- Meaning
- The original Judo school
In Judo
The Kodokan is the Judo school founded by Kanō Jigorō in Tokyo in 1882, a central institution in Judo's early history.
How to recognize it
Recognize Kodokan in history lessons as the named school connected to the founding of Judo, not as a general word for any dojo.
Quick check
What school did Kanō Jigorō found in 1882?
Reveal answer
The Kodokan.
Keep it distinct
Named school versus training place
The is the historic school founded by . A is the general word for a training place.