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| Also known as | Taijitsu |
|---|---|
| Focus | Hybrid,grappling,striking |
| Country of origin |  Japan |
| Parenthood | Judo,aikido,karate,kenpō |
| Olympic sport | No |
Taijutsu (体術; literally "body technique" or "body skill") is a Japanese martial art blanket term for anycombat skill, technique, or system of martial art using body movements that are described as an empty-hand combat skill or system.[1] Taijutsu is a synonym forjujutsu (method of close combat either unarmed or with minor weapons), and the words jujutsu, taijutsu, and yawara can be used interchangeably. The term is commonly used when referring to traditional Japanesemartial arts but has also been used in the naming of modern martial arts such asBujinkanBudo Taijutsu. Taijutsu is similar tokarate but is more focused on the body techniques. More specific names than taijutsu are typically used when describing a martial art:judo (focusing on throwing, taking of balance and grappling),aikido (focusing on harmonizing, throwing, andjoint locks) as well askarate andkenpō (focusing through striking).[2]
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