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3. Modermization of Baduk in Korea
 
※ Emergence of Modern Baduk
 
Until the end of the Chosun period, Sunjang Baduk exclusively was played in Korea. Around the beginning of 20th century, the international rules of Baduk became just as popular. The Japanese improvements leading to modern Baduk were readily accepted. During the early decades of the 20th century, both styles were played with equal support. Modern Baduk gradually took the limelight, backed by public perceptions of the superiority of 'modern' cultures.
This phase saw: the first private Kiwon (Baduk club) at Min Young-whe' s country mansion Sanjung- byeoljang; the first Chosun Baduk Championship, which was sponsored by the Maeil Sinbo (Daily News); and the launch of the Baduk magazine Sinjung Kibo.
Cho Nam-cheol 9 dan'Pioneer and Father' of Modern Korean Baduk.
 
Having returned from studies in Japan, the pioneer Cho Nam-cheol became the catalyst of modern Baduk. He privately formed the Hansung Kiwon in 1945, which was the mother organization of the KBA (Hanguk Kiwon), via the intermediate Chosun Kiwon and Daehan Kiwon. This can be considered the birth of modern Korean Baduk.
Under the auspices of the Daehan Kiwon, a major tournament was held in 1950. From this and successive regular tournaments a professional grading structure emerged.
' Immortal Kuksu'
Kim In 9 dan
 
 

 

 

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