Martial Arts Physical Fitness Badges/武道章

These badges /patches/ were introduced on January 25, 1944 by Ministry of Health and Welfare Notice No. 7 in three grades.

Badges were awarded to students who have passed the martial arts exam.

Original official description of the badges.

 

Elementary Level Martial Arts Badge /初級武道章/

Intermediate Level Martial Arts Badge /中級武道章/

Advanced Level Martial Arts Badge /上級武道章/