While Taekwondo is a distinctly Korean martial art, its roots are complex. It draws heavily from indigenous Korean fighting styles like and Gwonbeop , but its modern formation was heavily influenced by Japanese Karate (specifically Shotokan) during the Japanese occupation of Korea (1910–1945).
Therefore, Taekwondo translates literally to "The Way of the Foot and Fist." However, the meaning runs deeper than mere combat. It implies a discipline of the mind and body through the vehicle of physical movement. ENCYCLOPEDIA TAEKWONDO AIKIDO full
| Area | TKD Kick | Aikido Joint Lock | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Temple | Hook kick | (Strike before lock) | | Knee | Side kick | – | | Wrist | – | Nikkyo / Sankyo | | Elbow | – | Ikkyo / Kote-hineri | | Floating ribs | Roundhouse | – | | Chin | Front kick | Shihōnage finish | While Taekwondo is a distinctly Korean martial art,