History of Incense Shop Boxing
The Shaolin Temple, located in Henan Province, China, is famous for its deep-rooted history in martial arts. It served as a sanctuary for Buddhist monks who sought refuge and engaged ...
Practical Kata Applications
Explore the rich realm of Okinawan kata with these captivating books. They offer comprehensive insights into the execution of the individual techniques within the kata and suggestions for their practical application for self-defense (bunkai), along with a collection of thought-provoking articles. These books provide an essential journey for martial arts enthusiasts into the world of Okinawan kata.
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Realistic Kihon
Kihon is the foundation of Karate. It builds technique, power, and control. However, if kihon is practiced in a rigid and unrealistic way, it becomes useless in real combat. To ...
Dojo Kun
The creator of Dojo Kun. While it is difficult to say for certain who the creator of the Dojo Kun principles was, it is widely accepted that the Dojo Kun ...
Ten Precepts of Karate
In October 1908, Anko Itosu (1831-1915) wrote a letter, "Ten Precepts of Karate," to draw the attention of the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of War in Japan. This ...