Recently, i discovered that a number of Japanese martial art practitioners (mostly Japanese Knockdown Karate and Judo practitioners) have developed MMA styles that are very "Japanese" in nature.
I figured that what these guys have created must have appeal to a percentage of the MMA community. Some that have come from Japanese styles originally, such as Judo or Karate / or both.
Who want to learn / test out their skills in a more real situation
Some guys who also may be attracted to the effectiveness and reality of MMA, but who are more philosophical and spiritual in nature who may not like the modern attitude that is seen with some of the more aggressive MMA people.
Nonetheless, when I discovered one of the first Japanese Judo / Karate combo's, I was quiet interested.
However, the more I look, the more other styles I find.
The first style I found was Kudo Daido Juku. Then the other day I also discovered Nippon Kempo, which looked similar. After reading one of the bullshido boards, I just found another style that I wasn't aware of called Enshin, which again looks similar to these both.
I was wondering if any one who is experienced in these styles could let me know of any other Japanese styles that also are similar in nature, in that they combine Karate striking with Judo throws and sweeps (and maybe even ne-waza). And also give me an idea as to which is the most popular (so I know which one has the best competitions).
I also wonder what the differences are between safety equipment. I.E. which styles uses what safety kit.
I was also wondering as to whether there are any instructional books / dvd's on these martial arts. As I have not been able to find any online.
I also understand that there are loads of other styles that are not Japanese that are again also similar, such as SanShou and Combat Sambo etc.
Grateful for any help.
Kind regards
Justin
I figured that what these guys have created must have appeal to a percentage of the MMA community. Some that have come from Japanese styles originally, such as Judo or Karate / or both.
Who want to learn / test out their skills in a more real situation
Some guys who also may be attracted to the effectiveness and reality of MMA, but who are more philosophical and spiritual in nature who may not like the modern attitude that is seen with some of the more aggressive MMA people.
Nonetheless, when I discovered one of the first Japanese Judo / Karate combo's, I was quiet interested.
However, the more I look, the more other styles I find.
The first style I found was Kudo Daido Juku. Then the other day I also discovered Nippon Kempo, which looked similar. After reading one of the bullshido boards, I just found another style that I wasn't aware of called Enshin, which again looks similar to these both.
I was wondering if any one who is experienced in these styles could let me know of any other Japanese styles that also are similar in nature, in that they combine Karate striking with Judo throws and sweeps (and maybe even ne-waza). And also give me an idea as to which is the most popular (so I know which one has the best competitions).
I also wonder what the differences are between safety equipment. I.E. which styles uses what safety kit.
I was also wondering as to whether there are any instructional books / dvd's on these martial arts. As I have not been able to find any online.
I also understand that there are loads of other styles that are not Japanese that are again also similar, such as SanShou and Combat Sambo etc.
Grateful for any help.
Kind regards
Justin
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