Judo (柔道, Jūdō) is a popular Japanese martial art and a contested sport in the Olympics. It was created by Kano Jigoro in Japan in 1882. The emphasis of Judo is on the training of one's body and spirit, rather than solely on winning combats. The literal translation of Judo is "the gentle way", aptly describing the martial art whereby technique takes precedence over brute strength.