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Root category
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Key topics
Judo: An unarmed combat sport of Japanese origin in which a contestant uses holds and leverage to unbalance their opponent. [e]- Karate: From the Japanese word meaning "empty hand", a form of unarmed combat in which hands and feet are used to deliver and block blows. In competition, all blows must fall short. [e]
- Taekwondo: Korean martial art similar to karate. [e]
- Thai boxing: Martial art and combat sport characterised by its concentration on stand-up and clinch striking. [e]
- Buddhist Lion's Roar (martial art): A Tibetan martial arts system reaching the days of ancient India (2500 BC) [e]
- Okinawan Kempo: A karate-like martial art originating in Okinawa with stances narrower and deeper than other styles, emphasizing Kata, and sparring during training done without protective gear. [e]
Nyingbulam (jujutsu): A form of Jujutsu set upon a Buddhist ethics foundation as developed by Nyingbu Wangdue.sensei (Jason W. Carter) in 2001 as a family Ryu in Ontario, Canada. [e]
Proposed articles
This list is not exhaustive but it must be limited to high priority articles which will broaden essential coverage of the subject to enhance the reader's understanding.