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Chủ Nhật, 12 tháng 1, 2014

Learn More About The Traditional Martial Arts Clothing

By Marissa Velazquez


Physically challenging, mentally demanding and much more, karate is one of the most difficult arts to even pursue. Mastering it is another level altogether. There are many who have been interested and keen on learning it from childhood. These people are considered much more fit and strong in comparison to the amateurs and the ones who do not. One of the most prominent aspect of this sport is the martial arts clothing that anyone who is associated with it wears.

Different countries have different cultures and their own form of kickboxing sport. The various forms that are popular today are nothing but a collection of the contribution of the different cultures to the world for martial arts. Some of the examples that are well known are- kick boxing, judo, MMa and karate. Each of these come from different regions of the world.

The common notion that this sport is meant for fighting purposes is false. Its inclination is towards self-defence and protecting the people from the social evils that have enveloped the planet. It also helps in keeping fit and building stamina and also raising the endurance of the person who practices it.

All in all, the teaching, learning and display of martial arts is very attractive. The costume that is worn by the people who perform this sport, is one of the most attractive parts of it. Everyone who owns an authentic and certified costume takes pride in it. Many even flaunt it among their family and friends. The traditional karate uniform is one with the white robe and white trousers. Most importantly, the belt. The belt that is worn at the waist is the mark of the level that the person has reached in the art. Different colors mark different levels.

The founder of the very popular sport form- Judo, is also the designer of the traditional uniform. His name is Kano Jigro, he called the uniform Keikogi. This name was most apt because it means the dress to practice. The simplicity of the uniform lies in the names of the parts of it, the robe is called Uwagi and the trousers are called Shitabaki. There are just Japanese words for a robe and pants respectively.

This costume was developed keeping in mind the climatic conditions of Japan. This design is manufactured in four different clothing materials. The first one is the single weave, this costume is made of lighter and thinner mater that is instrumental for use in summer. The double weave is the one that is a very thick material and is normally used during winters.

Then comes the third type, the god weave- this is one between the single and double weave. The platinum weave is the one in between the single and the gold weave. These are meant for the not too hot and the not too cold days that Japan faces on a regular basis.

All of these are custom-made for the different climatic conditions that Japan faces. This martial arts clothing is now available in many colors and designs, but was traditionally made with plain white cloth to maintain the dignity of the art. It is important that these costumes are maintained well so that they do not appear to be breaking the discipline of the class.




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