Kyokushin Karate

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.

A Japanese martial art system established in 1947, blending Chinese Shaolin Temple boxing techniques with yoga philosophy. It emphasizes both sparring and kata training to develop character and physical strength. With branches worldwide, it has become a major representative of Eastern martial culture through international expansion and competitive recognition.

A combat sport developed in the 1960s by blending Muay Thai, boxing, and Japanese martial traditions. Characterized by sophisticated combinations of leg and hand techniques, it became an established fixture in Japanese martial culture. Evolved into a globally recognized competition sport with distinctive styles, training methods, and a comprehensive instructional system.

An ancient combat tradition originating in Okinawa, continuing from the Ryukyu Kingdom period. Characterized by throwing techniques and body contact in unarmed combat, it stands alongside Okinawan karate as a regional martial heritage. Still practiced today during local festivals and ceremonies, it represents an important component of Ryukyuan culture and exemplifies the diversity of East Asian martial traditions.

A stand-up fighting sport uniquely developed in Japan during the 1960s, fusing Thai Muay Thai, boxing, and Japanese karate. Heavily promoted through television broadcasting, it became central to Japan's martial arts boom in the 1970s-80s. Through events like RIZIN and K-1, it is recognized as a foundational source of contemporary MMA, bridging traditional martial arts and modern sport fighting.

A karate style derived from Kyokushin, founded in the 1970s by a student of Mas Oyama. Features a unique technical system based on circular movements with distinctive kata evolved from Sanchin stance. Known for practical sparring and logical, theory-based approach, it explores karate's potential as contemporary combat sport.

Founded by Hironori Ohtsuka in 1934, this style integrates elements of judo and jujutsu, emphasizing flexible techniques that utilize an opponent's force. Based on 'wa' (harmony) philosophy, it balances defensive and offensive efficiency. One of the major styles recognized by the World Karate Federation.

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.

Founded in 1956 by Mas Oyama, Kyokushin pursues 'the strongest karate' emphasizing full-contact striking over light contact. Its full-contact sparring format and rigorous training established it as practical fighting art. It has spread to over 100 countries worldwide.

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.

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.

A martial art originating in Okinawa, using bare-handed fighting featuring kicks, strikes, and thrusts. Developing under Ryukyuan cultural influence, it spread globally after the 1960s. Now practiced across five continents, it was first adopted as an official Olympic sport in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.