Goju-ryu Karate

A branch of Okinawan martial arts developed in Naha during the Ryukyu Kingdom era. Heavily influenced by southern Chinese kung fu, it emphasizes powerful, stable leg techniques and core body usage. As a major source alongside Shuri-te, it embodies many ancient martial art techniques and philosophies. Forms the foundation of modern Goju-ryu karate.

A karate style founded in 1927 by Kenwa Mabuni, integrating Shuri-te and Naha-te techniques. Known for balancing kata and sparring practice, Shito-ryu emphasizes systematic technical development. It became one of the mainstream karate styles through international promotion and formalization.

A karate style originating from Okinawa, characterized by light, swift movements influenced by Naha-te and Shuri-te traditions. Shorin-ryu features a unique system blending Okinawan ancient martial arts with Chinese kung fu techniques. Widely practiced in dojos today, it maintains high historical significance and international recognition for its distinctive technical approach.

A striking martial art originating from Okinawa's tode during the Ryukyu Kingdom. Centered around four major styles—Shotokan, Goju-ryu, Shito-ryu, and Wado-ryu—it is practiced by approximately 100 million people in over 200 countries. Included as an official Olympic sport at the 2021 Tokyo Games, its philosophy emphasizes self-defense and character development.

The largest faction of karate, which originated in Okinawa. Founded by Gichin Funakoshi, the founder of Shotokan. Known for powerful punches and kicks, emphasizing forms and sparring training. Adopted as an Olympic sport, it is the most widely practiced karate style globally. Recognized internationally as a representative Japanese martial art.

Karate, a traditional martial art originating in Okinawa, was officially adopted as an Olympic sport for the first time at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Through standardization by the World Karate Federation, it achieved fusion of traditional martial art and modern sport. This has accelerated karate's global expansion among youth, increasing its cultural and sporting significance worldwide.

A karate style founded in Okinawa by Kanryo Higaonna, influenced by Chinese martial arts. Based on the harmony of hardness (go) and softness (ju), it features a distinctive training system emphasizing breathing techniques. Developed primarily in Naha where Shuri Castle stands, characterized by strict practice of the kata Sanchin. Now practiced worldwide as one of modern karate's mainstream styles.