Following the dissolution of the samurai class during the Meiji Restoration (1868–1912), traditional martial arts lost their practical military purpose. To preserve this vital part of their cultural heritage, the Japanese transformed these deadly combat techniques into educational sports for modern citizens.
| Koryō Budō (created < 1868) | Gendai Budō (created >= 1868) |
|---|---|
| Kyūjutsu (Art of the bow) | Kyūdō (Way of the bow) 1 |
| Kenjutsu (Art of the sword) | Kendō (Way of the sword) 1 |
| Jūjutsu (Art of yielding) | Jūdō (Way of yielding) 2 |
1 Dai Nippon Butoku Kai renamed Kyūjutsu/Kenjutsu to Kyūdō/Kendō in 1920.
2 Kanō Jigorō created Jūdō in 1882.