Karate in Kobe

Karate in Kobe

Karate in Kobe is not only an important Kobe Sport but is also a part of the city's culture. Karate as a form of Martial Art had evolved in Okinawa and in Japan. Before graduating to a popular sporting activity, Karate was actually developed as a form of self-protection but without the use of any weapons. It is a combat done by the use of only hands and feet. This is evident from the Literal interpretation of the Japanese word ‘Karate', which means ‘empty hands'

Being such an important national sport, karate in Kobe is practiced with a lot of zest and enthusiasm. The conventional techniques of Karate prevalent all over Japan are Shotokan, Shito Ryu, Goju Ryu, and Wado Ryu, along with some other forms whose origins can be linked back to Okinawa. Among these the most widespread method of Karate in Kobe is the Shukokai.

The root of Shukokai as a form of Martial Art can be traced back directly to the Shito Ryu style . It was after the World War II that Shukokai was initiated by Chojiro Tani who resided in Kobe. Tani studied the art and technicalities of Karate for a long time before making this style as flawless as possible. Then in 1948 he founded the Shukokai School of Karate in Kobe. Shukokai can be distinguished from the other methods by its vibrancy and energy level. To practice this form of popular Kobe karate one has to be extremely lively and alert. Though this form has a complex concept behind it, it can be perfected with lots of hard work, dedication and concentration.

At present this form of Karate in Kobe has become renowned worldwide. One of the most important Karate Institution in Kobe teaching the Shukokai is Kobe Osaka International.

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