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Origin and Meaning of "Martial" The word "martial" comes from the Latin word "Mārtiālis," meaning ...

What Are Pressure Points? Many people associate pressure points with acupuncture and meridian lines, as ...

Today, the word "Karate" is thrown around so loosely that it barely means anything anymore ...

Ishidatami Michi (石畳道) - Stone-Paved Road in Kinjo-cho, Shuri The Shuri Kinjo-cho Stone-Paved Path is ...

How to Adapt Classic Karate Techniques to Realistic Self-Defense Situations Karate, a martial art with ...

Historical Background Fukushuen Garden was built in 1992 to mark two events: the 70th anniversary ...

Kihon is the foundation of Karate. It builds technique, power, and control. However, if kihon ...

A Life in Martial Arts While visiting Okinawa, I had the honor of meeting Tetsuhiro ...

The Okinawa Karate Kaikan in Tomigusuku, near Naha Airport, is a large facility dedicated to ...

The Okinawa Prefecture Karate Museum, founded by Tetsuhiro Hokama (Hanshi 10th Dan), is located in ...