Is Japanese Jujitsu practical for real self-defense, or is it mostly traditional/ceremonial?

Japanese Jujitsu was originally developed for battlefield and civilian self-defense — practicality is its core DNA. The techniques address common real-world situations: grabs, chokes, wrist control, ground defense, and weapon threats. At Red River, the curriculum is taught with real application in mind. While the art maintains traditional forms and etiquette, the techniques are trained with aliveness and functionality, not just as kata demonstration.