Tag Archives: Association for the Preservation and Promotion of Ryukyu Kobudo

1964: An Entry about Kenshin-ryū, ancient martial art of Okinawa

Posted on August 7, 2023 by Andreas Quast

[The following is a translation of a short entry from 1964 about the Kenshin-ryū school of kobudō established by Hayashi Teruo] Born in Kumejima, Okinawa Prefecture, [Mr. Taira Shinken] trained karate under Funakoshi Gichin Sensei and kobudō under Yabiku Mōden … Continue reading →

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Example of Examination Regulations in Okinawa

Posted on August 6, 2023 by Andreas Quast

Previously I presented an Example of Association Rules in Okinawa. It describes the exact rules and how Okinawan karate kobudo associations are organized. From it, it can also be seen what distinguishes Okinawan associations from associations in other countries. Over … Continue reading →

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