Jigoro Kano's wife was Sumako Kano, who was an important figure in the development of judo alongside her husband. Sumako supported Kano in his judo endeavors and played a key role in promoting the art.
Jigoro Kano was born on October 28, 1860.
Jigoro Kano has written: 'Kodokan judo' -- subject(s): Judo
Jigoro Kano invented Judo in the late 19th century
The 'inventor' of Judo
Jigoro Kano was Twenty-Two when he adapted Judo from the also popular sport Jujitsu
Dr. Jigoro Kano
Japan, by Jigoro Kano
Judo was invented in 1882 by Dr. Jigoro Kano.
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Judo originated from Samurai Jujutsu. Jigoro Kano replaced the striking and weapons from jujutsu, as well as many of the techniques that relied on physical strength. He instead chose to refine the techniques such as throws, holds, joint-locks.
Judo is the name that Jigoro Kano gave the sport. Judo means gentle way.
Judo began in Japan. It was created from Jujutsu in 1882. Jigoro Kano created it to be an international sport.