History of the black belt

The history of martial arts belts, particularly the black belt and the introduction of colored ...

Kung fu styles

Kung Fu is a vast and diverse martial arts system that encompasses a wide range ...

Effect of yelling

Screaming and vocalization play a significant role in various sports, including martial arts. In disciplines ...

Shurijo Castle, Ryukyuan History and Cultural Heritage

Shurijo Castle, located in Naha, the capital city of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, stands as a ...

History of the karate-gi

The development of the judogi can be attributed to Grandmaster Jigoro Kano, the founder of ...

Ancient Origins and Evolution of Karate

Karate, a martial art that has captured the imaginations of millions worldwide, has a rich ...

Glima, Iceland’s martial arts

Unveiling Iceland's Viking Legacy. Glima, a martial art deeply rooted in Icelandic heritage, stands as ...

Kōsaku Matsumora

Kōsaku Matsumora was a respected practitioner of Tomari-te, a style of Okinawan martial arts that ...

Sōkon “Bushi” Matsumura

Matsumura Sōkon, also known as Sōkon “Bushi” Matsumura, was a revered martial artist from Okinawa ...

Kanga “Tode” Sakugawa

Sakugawa Kanga, also known as Tōdī Sakugawa or Tōde Sakugawa, was a renowned martial arts ...