Thursday
Jul092009
Karate My Way - Gichin Funakoshi
Thursday, July 9, 2009 at 10:28AM 
Shotokan Karate is one of the most widely practiced forms of karate in the world today, and one of the most traditional. Introduced to Japan from Okinawa by Master Funakoshi Gichin, Shotokan puts heavy focus on Kihon (basic techniques), Kata (forms), and Kumite (sparring) to develop a range of powerful and dynamic techniques. The designation "Shotokan" derives from "Shoto," which was the pen name of Master Funakoshi used when writing poetry.


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In what year did he live?
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