Okinawa
Culture of Okinawa Takeaways: What we can Learn from the Ryukyu Kingdom
Karate is not the only good thing to come from the culture of Okinawa. Many positive values and cultural norms spring from that same place.
Read MoreWhat is East Valley Martial Arts all about?
These are just a few of the things that make East Valley Martial Arts a special, unique karate training program.
Read MoreMeal Blessings for a Healthier, Happier Okinawan, Japanese Meal
When we made our big trip to Okinawa, Japan, we learned some beautiful, important cultural traditions regarding meal blessings.
Read MoreA Peaceful and Free World: An Okinawan Ideal
This Guiding Principle contains some of the most powerful words in Nakamura Sensei’s instructional document. Especially considering the tumultuous struggles of Ryukyu history. Even after all of the turbulence, Nakamura O Sensei still held high the ideal of a peaceful and free world. In fact, he instructed his students (and by extension, traditional martial artists in current times) to build such a world.
Read MoreNinja Energy Food for Vigor and Cunning
Are you ready to eat for ninja energy? Here is a hyorogan recipe reconstructed from the lost annals of history, with two different cooking preparation technique options.
Read MoreHow do I Love Karate? Let me Count the Ways
Here, I share my passion for traditional Okinawan karate! After over two decades of karate training, here is my countdown list of the things that I love.
Read MoreBenefits of Private Karate Training
There are benefits to both the instructor and the student in private martial arts training. Here are the top five benefits of private karate training.
Read MorePerseverance Picture Revealed
This is a picture of perseverance. Despite many varied obstacles and constraints, it was time for this kyu rank to test. So she tested, and she passed.
Read MoreHow to Introduce Young Kids to Karate
The younger the student, the more they need their parents’ support and help in getting the most out of training. Here are some ways that parents can help young kids who are not sure about starting karate.
Read MoreOkinawa Shuri Castle Photo a Favorite
This photo at Shuri Castle is one of my favorite group photos and general karate pictures. For me it symbolizes Ryukyu no shin – the heart of the Ryukyu Kingdom, or the heart of karate from Okinawa in current times.
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