Gi / Keikogi

稽古着

Traditional uniform worn for training in Japanese martial arts.

Quick Facts

CategoryClothing

Pronunciation/[gee] / [kay-koh-gee]/

Alternative NamesKimono, Dogi, Judogi, Karategi

Definition

Keikogi is the formal term for the training uniform consisting of a jacket (uwagi), trousers (zubon), and belt (obi). Although frequently misnamed as a kimono in Western culture, a true kimono is formal traditional attire. Fabric weight and stitching strength vary based on the discipline. A Judo uniform features heavy reinforced cotton for grappling, whereas a Karate uniform uses lighter cotton for rapid movements.

Related Terms

Obi帯

Belt used to secure the training jacket and indicate technical rank.

Dobok도복

Traditional uniform worn in Korean martial arts.

Tatami畳

Traditional and modern impact-absorbing mat forming the floor of a dojo.

Associated Martial Arts

Takamura Shindo Yoshin-ryu Tenjin Shin-ryu Jujutsu Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Jikishin-ryu Jujutsu Kosen Judo Yoshinkan Aikido Byakuren Kaikan Asayama Ichiden-ryu Tenjin Shin'yo-ryu Jujutsu Shotokan Kyushin-ryu Jujutsu Takagi-ryu Jujutsu Chokushin-ryu Jujutsu Shindo Yoshin-ryu Jujutsu Unkei-ryu Jujutsu Seidokaikan Karate Sekiguchi-ryu Jujutsu Hontai Yoshin-ryu Jujutsu Jundokan Goju-ryu Shinno Shinto-ryu Jujutsu Kyokushin Budokai Shibukawa-ryu Jujutsu