Tag: Aikido

The jō (杖 – wooden staff, usually 50”) in Aikidō is fascinating because it’s not just a weapon — it’s a bridge between kenjutsu (sword schools), jōjutsu (staff schools), and Morihei Ueshiba’s own adaptations. Here’s a breakdown of the sources…

Aikidō (合気道) is a Japanese martial art focused on blending with an attacker’s force instead of meeting it with force. Instead of trying to overpower someone, you redirect their energy while controlling their balance and neutralizing them through joint locks…