Category Archives: Karate and Kobudo

10/25 Karate Day

Posted on October 27, 2011 by oceanpears

Ryukyu traditions of Okinawa-te (沖縄手) or Kara-te (唐手） were officially recognized as Karate（空手） in October 25th, 1936.October 25th became the designated ” Karate Day” to pray for the expansion of traditional Karate, world peace and happiness since 2005. This year, … Continue reading →

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Okinawan Karate and Kobudo

Posted on February 22, 2007 by artbobo

Okinawa is known as the birthplace of Karate. While karate means "empty hand", kobudo is the practice of using classical weapons such as bo (staff), sai (short trident), tonfa (handled club), kama (sickle), and nunchaku. Th lineage of Okinawa Karate … Continue reading →

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All Okinawa Karate Kobudo event

Posted on February 21, 2007 by artbobo

Photos of this event are now posted in the Photo Gallery. March 4, 2007 22nd Okinawa Prefecture Karatedo Kobudo Youth Demonstration at the Okinawa Prefecture Hall of Martial Arts in Naha sponsored by the Okinawa Prefecture Karatedo Federation. While karate … Continue reading →

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