Jujutsu is an ancient Japanese martial art that is still practiced today. It focuses on armed and unarmed combat techniques and is sometimes referred to as “Japanese jujutsu” to distinguish it from its Brazilian derivative. It was developed by the samurai of medieval Japan, with each family or clan having their own particular style. Today, jujutsu offers a wide variety of arts such as Judo, Aikido, and many others. Westerners only had access to the study of jujutsu after World War II. This martial art is still a popular practice today and is an effective way to defend oneself.