Judo in Japanese
"judo" is written as one word in Japanese. No single kanji carries the meaning on its own.
The characters below are the ones most often used to write "judo" and related ideas.
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tender, weakness, gentleness, softness
Reading: juu
9 strokes · peaceful
Where it comes from
Composed of spear and tree. Tree bending like spear.
What it carries
Judo, flexible, soft. Represents suppleness.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for judo?
The most common kanji for "judo" is 柔, read as juu. It means tender, weakness, gentleness. Related kanji: 道 (judo).
How many strokes does 柔 have?
柔 has 9 strokes.