A Judoka is a practitioner of Judo, a modern martial art that originated in Japan. Judo focuses on throws, pins, and submissions, emphasizing technique and leverage over brute strength. Judokas train to improve their skills, physical fitness, and mental discipline, often participating in competitions to showcase their abilities. In Judo, practitioners wear a uniform called a gi, which consists of a jacket and pants. Judokas are ranked by colored belts, indicating their level of expertise, from white for beginners to black for advanced practitioners. The sport promotes values such as respect, humility, and perseverance, making it popular worldwide.