In 1935, Mikinosuke Kawaishi began teaching Judo in Paris.
⭐ Before belts, many traditional Japanese arts used formal scrolls (Menkyo) to certify a student’s level. 2481x2592 The Origin of the Color Belt Scheme i...
Kano took inspiration from Japanese high school swim teams that used colored ribbons to distinguish skill levels. 🌈 Mikinosuke Kawaishi and the Rainbow In 1935, Mikinosuke Kawaishi began teaching Judo in Paris
Originally, there were only two: White (beginners) and Black (advanced). 2481x2592 The Origin of the Color Belt Scheme i...
He introduced the intermediate colors (yellow, orange, green, blue, brown) we see today to mark incremental progress. 📌 Why It Matters