One of the most systematic, difficult and challenging arts to learn and pursue is martial arts. As it is both physically and mentally demanding, the people who pursue and learn it are seen with a lot of respect and recognition. When a person is spotted in a martial arts clothing he is automatically considered fitter than the rest of the crowd. People tend to take notice of it.

There are different types of karate that one can learn. Different cultures have different forms as their contribution to the world of martial arts. Some examples are kung fu, judo, kick boxing and mixed ones.

It is not true that these sports are meant only for attack and violence. It is most popularly used to stop violence and also for self-defence purposes. It is also a good exercise and helps people in making sure that they are fit. Regular practice also increases the endurance and the stamina levels of a person.

All in all, the teaching, learning and display of martial arts is very attractive. The costume that is worn by the people who perform this sport, is one of the most attractive parts of it. Everyone who owns an authentic and certified costume takes pride in it. Many even flaunt it among their family and friends. The traditional karate uniform is one with the white robe and white trousers. Most importantly, the belt. The belt that is worn at the waist is the mark of the level that the person has reached in the art. Different colors mark different levels.

Different costumes are used for different types of karate forms. For instance, Judo founder Kano Jigro founded the costume for judo and the other martial arts forms that come from Japan. He called it Keikogi. This name was given to the costume because Keiko means to practice and Gi means dress, it means- practice dress. The upper body potion of this costume is called the Uwagi and the lower portion is called the Shitabaki.

This costume was developed keeping in mind the climatic conditions of Japan. This design is manufactured in four different clothing materials. The first one is the single weave, this costume is made of lighter and thinner mater that is instrumental for use in summer. The double weave is the one that is a very thick material and is normally used during winters.

Then comes the gold weave that ranges somewhere in between the two mentioned above. Finally there is a platinum weave that is a material thicker than the single weave but thinner than the gold weave. They are all meant to be used in the different seasons that the country sees.

The costume was made with the traditional plain white fabric, but now people have innovated upon the traditional martial arts clothing and added the spin of fashion to it. It is very important for the students and professionals to maintain the costume well so that the dignity of the costume and the honour of the art is maintained.