Meaning of Martial Arts

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

Pressure Points in Martial Arts

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

The worn-out word Karate

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

Ishidatami Michi (Stone-paved Road)

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

Realistic Self-Defense

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

Fukushuen Garden

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

Realistic Kihon

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

Tetsuhiro Hokama

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

Okinawa Karate Kaikan and Museum

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

Okinawa Prefecture Karate Museum and Dojo

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