Chinto
History, Transmission, and Technical Identity of the Classical Okinawan Kata Chinto Chinto is one of the most distinctive and technically demanding kata in Okinawan karate. Its unusual movement patterns, focus ...
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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Bubishi – Part 2
Bubishi - The classic manual of combat. Fighting techniques mentioned in the Bubishi. While it doesn't provide an exhaustive list, it covers a wide range of techniques and principles. Here ...
New photograph of Itosu Ankō
Re-examination of the Itosu Ankō photo Only a few karate masters have had as much influence on karate development as Itosu Ankō (Itosu Yasutsune). He was born in Gibo Village ...
Yoshitaka Funakoshi’s Shotokan
Yoshitaka "Gigo" Funakoshi was born in Okinawa in 1906. Already from childhood, he was diagnosed with tuberculosis, which was also the cause of his death in 1945. Yoshitaka began his ...