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The text explains why terminology matters: shared nomenclature supports foundational learning, cognitive clarity, and future innovation in the sport. It also warns against overreliance on social-media arguments, emphasizing functional execution over label mastery. 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However, I do speak Judo.  \nHere are some reasons you should learn Japanese terminology in judo.  \n1-When human beings place a value on something, they give it a name. For example, you don’t call your children “Child One” or“Child Two.” Each has her or her own name.  \n2-Japanese is the international language of judo. Every discipline, field of study or activity has its own nomenclature or language. I was once coaching at a training camp in Sweden and I didn’t speak Swedish, but I did speak judo. When I said “Tai Otoshi” everyone on the mat knew what to expect and we all connected. Latin is used in the legal and medical professions; English is used by airline pilots. If an established language is not used, then the people doing the activity invent their own language. Baseball has the “homerun,” American football has the “touchdown.” Chess has “checkmate.”  \n3-Jigoro Kano renamed many jujutsu techniques, stripping most of them from their flowery or colloquial names (some names survive such as Tani Otoshi and Yama Arashi, but for the most part this isn’t the case) . In the place of these colloquial names, he named the various principles, movement and techniques of judo with more descriptive names. These descriptive names and terminology establish a baseline of cognitive thought that lends itself to teaching foundationally sound skills and movement. It also lends itself to innovative thought and action. There has to be a foundation of nomenclature that is accepted by everyone in the activity or discipline if there can be any future innovation or development of that activity or discipline. If we all want to be on the same page on any subject, we first must know how to read what’s on that page.  \n4-By learning and knowing the names of the principles/concepts, movement and techniques of judo, we have a better understanding and appreciation on why, how and when these things work. There’s a reason why Seoi Nage is called what it is. If you learn what Seoi Nage means, you will then be better able to understand how it works and how to make it work best for you.  \nHowever, all this being said, it’s important to not go overboard on the use of Japanese terminology in judo. People on social media sites argue frequently on the proper terminology for any given technique. While it’s important to know the Japanese term for a technique, it’s more important to be able to functionally perform that technique. Don’t be a master ofKuchi Waza. Unfortunately, there are quite a few of them out there.“Kuchi Waza” translates to “Mouth Technique.” In other words, this describes someone who talks a good game but in reality, doesn’t have a good game.  \nThe best way for students to learn Japanese terminology is for the coach to continually and commonly use it (but don’t force the issue) . When teaching a technique, tell the students the English and Japanese name for it. Use the English name from time to time, but for the most part, use the Japanese term. And the coach should make sure that the term that is being used is the correct one. Again, it should be stressed that someone doesn’t have to speak Japanese to be skillful at judo, but that person’s skill, understanding and appreciation of judo will certainly increase if he or she can communicate with others in the commonly used and accepted use of Japanese terminology. If, as a coach, you choose not to use Japanese terminology and instead make up your own terminology, remember that if a student moves out of your area and goes to another club, you are hindering his or her future development. The odds are quite good that the new club where the student trains will use Japanese terminology.  \nAlso realize that some names of techniques such as “Mune Gatame” are not recognized by the Kodokan. Mune Gatame translates to“Chest Hold” and accurately describes the pin, but it’s not a recognized name by the Kodokan. 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