Karate

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 school originating from Okinawa emphasizing harmony between hard and soft techniques, reflected in its name. Emphasizes breathing methods with powerful forms and fluid movements. One of Japan's two major karate styles alongside Shotokan, widely practiced internationally.

An Okinawan karate style founded by Chojun Miyagi in 1930, blending hardness and softness with Chinese martial arts influence. It emphasizes breathing techniques and flexible body movements, characterized by integrated full-body actions. Widely practiced globally with a strong traditional lineage.

A Japanese martial art originating in Okinawa, primarily using strikes and kicks. Rooted in the karate of the Ryukyu Kingdom era, it developed into four major schools—Shotokan, Goju-ryu, Shito-ryu, and Wado-ryu—after spreading to mainland Japan. Adopted as an official sport at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, it has over 100 million practitioners worldwide.

A martial art originating in Okinawa, transmitted to the mainland in the 1920s by Gichin Funakoshi. Shotokan is the most widespread style, characterized by training in forms and sparring. Became an official Olympic sport at Tokyo 2020. Represents traditional Japanese martial culture.