According to the Kodokan Judo Academy in Tokyo, Jigoro Kano, (1860-1938). the founder of Judo started the use of colored belts for different grades or ability levels
Kano Sensei, in his youth, studied Kito-Ryu jujutsu. Later, by absorbing techniques from other schools such as Yoshin Ryu, he created Judo (柔道) as a physical activity for all people, from Yawara, the ancient samurai method of violently subduing an armed enemy.
When Kano was a jujutsu student, instructors wore strong jackets decorated with diagonal lines of stitching similar to a modern kendo jacket. The color and sometimes the degree of elaboration of the stitching would distinguish the instructor’s rank and experience.
Kano’s idea was to create an art that everyone could practice regardless of income, social status, or gender. Buying expensive new training jackets at every promotion was beyond most people, so he substituted a colored belt instead to denote the wearer’s ability.
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The new “Dojo” brand from Meijin is a competitively priced uniform in 100% cotton that is by no means “cheap” when it comes to quality. Famous for their fit and comfort, each Meijin uniform design is identical except for the fabric used. In other words, if you wear a size 5 Tropical, a size 5 Pro will fit you just as well.
•Optional FREE white belt included with every Dojo uniform if requested when ordering.
•Classic Meijin quality, cut, and fit that is so much appreciated by experienced karateka.
•Same underarm gussets with embroidered ventilation holes as all other Meijin Uniforms.
•100% cotton comfort, easy wash and wear twill.
•Sizes 0, 1 & 2 with high quality elasticated waistband, larger sizes have traditional draw strings with three full loops.
•FREE JAPANESE EMBROIDERY. We will custom embroider your name or style* FREE. (Subject to availability)
Custom embroidered belts, uniforms and garments from which we have removed the manufacturer’s label at the customer’s request, are not returnable.
