What is the name for Japanese martial arts?

Answer 1

In Japanese, the general term for Martial Art is "Budo."

The first part of "Bu" is translated as Military or Martial (pertaining to combat itself or the life of a warrior). The term "do" is derived from the Chinese "Tao" and refers to a philosophy of life that includes both harmony and balance based on "ideal action" of the mind, body, and spirit. The "do" of Asian philosophy can be defined as the art of appreciating life, the way of harmony through ideal action, and the path of right behavior by following a moral code of conduct.

Another related term in Japanese is "Bushido," which is a philosophy specifically applied to the life of a warrior (often associated with the Samurai). It denotes a unique blend of deadly military skills with a balance of an appreciation for the value of all life, and the beauty of the finer arts (music, poetry, calligraphy, etc.). Bushido embodies a strict warrior's code pertaining to duty, honor, courage, and an ethical application of deadly skills.

There are many "systems" or "variations" for teaching the Martial Art in Japan (and other countries), each with individual names that either describe the techniques used, the fighting strategy, or the philosophy of its founder. Some Japanese systems include Sumo, Jujutsu, Judo, Okinawa-te, and Karate-do. Many of these systems have distinct schools with their own modified curriculum, and individual names, often labeling a "ryu" (school).

Answer 2

"Budo" would translate to "way of the warrior".

Answer 3

Karate , Kendo , jujitsu , Judo , many kinds.

Answer 4

The word used is Budo, or way of the warrior.

Answer 5

Bujutsu