Tokumine No Kon Kata based on extreme drinking and drunk combat. A long rod is used to jab at, block, or disarm opponents. Chatan Yara no Sai This kata incorporates the use of Sai, a three-pronged weapon used in martial arts for the purpose of blocking or trapping enemy attacks. The hilt is sometimes …
Master Tatsuo Shimabuku was a martial artist from a Japan born on September 19, 1908. Tatsuo Shimabuku founded the isshinryu (One heart style) of karate. His original name was Shinkichu, but he later changed to Tatsuo, which means the “Dragon man.” Tatsuo Shimabuku began training karate with his uncle at the age of 12, and …
Acupuncture is used by marital artists to help stay in top shape and to manage injuries. Acupuncture has been used in Japan and China for thousands of years for good health and best performance in martial arts. Acupuncture points are used in more advanced training for more effective strikes. Acupuncture can be used to both …
Master Shimabuku, when formed the Isshinryu, he blended the best techniques from Shorin-Ryu and Goju-Ryu. In addition, he also employed techniques which were new and unique in their own designs. His knowledge from what he had learned before in other styles and his philosophy of the required ultimate fighting art has helped him create the …
