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Paipuren – A modern karate-ized form

There is a phase in one’s karate-life when you get extremely confused about kata and their origin. Naturally, you want to believe your karate is very authentic and old. However, without special skills and experience, even for world champions or … Continue reading

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Free printout version of the “Eight Poems of Boxing”

Miyagi Chōjun’s disciple, the late Shinzato Jin’an, participated in a karate demonstration at  Meiji Shrine in 1930. When at this occasion he was asked about his styles name, he had problems to answer the question and later reported the incident … Continue reading

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