The history of Koryu Budo (古流武道), or traditional Japanese martial arts, spans several centuries, evolving from combat techniques developed on the battlefield to refined practices focusing on self-improvement and spiritual discipline. Koryu Budo encompasses a wide range of martial disciplines, including Kenjutsu (剣術, swordsmanship), Sojutsu (槍術, spear fighting), Kyujutsu (弓術, archery), Iaijutsu (居合術, the art of drawing the sword), Jujutsu (柔術, grappling), Naginatajutsu (薙刀術, halberd fighting), and Bojutsu (棒術, staff fighting), among others.