Jiu Jitsu was created by samurai warriors in feudal Japan as a practical method of self-defense when weapons were unavailable or ineffective. Since samurai often fought in armor and could lose their swords during battle, they developed techniques using throws, joint locks, chokes, and grappling to control opponents at close range. The principles of traditional Japanese Jujutsu later influenced modern martial arts, including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and Judo. Understanding why samurai created Jiu Jitsu helps martial artists appreciate the roots of one of the world’s most effective self-defense systems and its lasting impact on combat sports today.
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