Tape
Two pieces of tape, one blue and one white, appear on the middle of the contest area.
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The mat
The competition area in judo is comprised of vinyl-covered foam mats, or tatami.
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Uniforms
The judoka wear loose-fitting judo uniforms called judogi, consisting of pants, a jacket and a belt tied at the waist.
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(BOCOG)