To celebrate the 25th European Jodo Championship, we would like to include one historical page for every participating country. This page will be presented alongside the page introducing your current team for the 2027 Championship.
Please provide material that can be edited into a maximum of one A4 page. You do not need to answer every question. Select the information and memories that best tell the story of Jodo in your country. The organising committee may edit or shorten the contribution to create a consistent publication.
History and milestones
- When was Jodo first practised in your country
- When did your country first participate in the European Jodo Championship?
- What has been an important milestone in the development of Jodo in your country?
People
- Is there a non-Japanese person who has played a particularly important role in the development of Jodo in your country? Please provide the person’s name, rank if applicable, and a explanation (Max. 100 words).
Memories and archive material
- Do you have a memorable story or special recollection from a previous European Jodo Championship?
- What is the oldest European Championship memory, photograph or document that your federation or community still possesses?
- Please provide one historical photograph with a short caption.
Memories and archive material
- Do you have a memorable story or special recollection from a previous European Jodo Championship?
- What is the oldest European Championship memory, photograph or document that your federation or community still possesses?
- Please provide one historical photograph with a short caption.
Reflection and the future
- What message would you like to pass on to future generations of European Jodoka?
- When the 50th European Jodo Championship is celebrated, what do you hope people will say about the contribution of your country and your generation?
Photograph and rights information
- For each photograph, please include the year, event, names of the people shown where known, and the photographer or source.
- Please confirm that the photograph and text may be used in the official Championship booklet and in the social media campaign for the 2027 European Jodo Championship.
- If possible, provide photographs as separate high-resolution image files rather than embedded in a document.
Optional follow-up interview
The organising committee may contact your delegation about a short interview with a person whose story is particularly relevant to the history of European Jodo.Interview material may be used in the booklet and/or the social media campaign, subject to agreement with the interviewee.