description Kosen Judo Overview
Kosen Judo originated as a specialized judo style developed in early 20th century Japan’s technical colleges. It distinguishes itself through significantly longer periods spent in *newaza* (grappling) techniques, particularly emphasizing extensive groundwork and guard pulling strategies. This system was primarily utilized by collegiate judokas and remains relevant for those studying historical judo or seeking a deeper understanding of grappling strategy within the sport's foundations.
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How does Kosen Judo differ from standard Judo?
Kosen Judo distinguishes itself by emphasizing *newaza* (grappling) techniques, particularly extensive groundwork and guard pulling. Standard Judo tends to focus more heavily on standing throws and less time is allowed on the ground.
Where did Kosen Judo originate?
It originated as a specialized judo style developed in early 20th century Japan’s technical colleges. The ruleset was created for the Kosen tournament system, which allowed students to specialize in ground fighting.
Does Kosen Judo allow leg grabs and submissions that standard Judo forbids?
Yes, the Kosen ruleset allows for direct guard pulls and extensive use of leg submissions, such as heel hooks, which are illegal in standard Olympic Judo. This makes it much closer to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in terms of ground strategy.
How is Kosen Judo related to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)?
Kosen Judo is one of the direct ancestors of modern Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. When Mitsuyo Maeda taught Judo to Carlos Gracie, the ground-fighting aspects of Judo heavily influenced the development of BJJ.
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