Numerous changes happened to the original Okinawan Karate when it came to mainland Japan. Jundokan is the most famous Goju-Ryu Dojo in Okinawa. I will share on this website information related to Karate, Martial Arts, Self-Defense, Health, Spirituality and more! But the original kokutsu dachi (back stance) was neko ashi dachi (cat stances) and Zenkutsu dachi (front stance) was much hifher and shorter, than the stance we have today in Shotokan . Good day Jesse-san. wikiHow is a wiki, similar to Wikipedia, which means that many of our articles are co-written by multiple authors. www.gojuryukenkyukai.com www.kenkyukai.com.au Fantastic Article. Rather than face MMA, I guess you and this gentleman should face off and resolve the strong feelings.. Because if youre weak and frail, you simply cannot defend yourself optimally! We specialize in teaching *adults* and *families *traditional There's difference in method, approach. (Read more: Chinkuchi Another Exotic Okinawan Karate Word). Great article! I teach portuguese language, so I have understood what you said in terms of the difference between "to describe" and "to define". In my experience, small classes would benefit the Shotokan student in much the same way as in other disciplines whether physical or academic. Okinawan Karate masters alwayspromotephysical conditioning. We teach several applications with the idea to always think "What could I do with this technique, how many applications are there or is there a limit. He was born in Shuri and started practicing Shuri-te at the age of 12. Kanryo Higaonna, the founder of Goju Ryu, was one of the noblest people of Naha and the pioneer of the Naha-te fighting style. Now, Im not saying Okinawan Karate is an art with weapons. Awesome experience, we did our own training at the Budokan. WADO RYU & MMA Goju Ryu 2. It's a little American (English) flavor mixed into the Okinawan style training. The stances of Okinawan Karate are meant to bepractical when applied in self-defense, sincethey can be quickly and effortlessly reached from your everyday stance. 5. If you look at the old photos of Funakoshi from his books, the kokutsu-dachi you see there is done in some Okinawan styles, to this day. I'm thinking when I'm training/teaching the kata, bringing more of a Japanese style to it, but keeping the bunkai at a more trapping/close range having being influenced from kung-fu and watching a LOT of Sensei Iain Abernethy. After completing the move put your fists back at your waist. You cannot build a house on a weak foundation. The easy thing to do is look @ a karate style, here Shotokan, and point out something that seems lacking. It would be nice to know what they look like and a bit of history. Got questions? They are ancientterms of the Okinawan language. You said that in Okinawan Karate, they explain the meaning behind the techniques where in Japan it's more about the how rather than the why. Like you I have studied karate in Okinawa when my parents were stationed there many years ago. A good example can be seen in Kusanku with the drop after the one-legged turn (or jump, in some styles), but there is another drop into a low stance in some versions. Really? I've been praticing Shotokan Karate for a long time now and I really appreciate all you're articles. document.write('' + emailE + '') Kobudo refers to the weapons used in Okinawan Karate. To me, the traditional karate practitioner, the real question is, " how do I make my karate effective?" Seipai, 6. (Related reading: 2 Forgotten (But Deadly) Techniques of Okinawan Karate). 3. Keep both legs are about shoulder width apart, your rear foot is at a 65 angle. The correct relationship between the feet and floor. The roots have been traced back as far as ancient persia and egypt. You might spar people taller than you, faster than you, shorter than you, stronger than you, heavier than you, lighter than you, etc. Sorry, you need to enable JavaScript to visit this website. i think that Yoshitaka (Giko) had changed a lot his father's karateit revolutioned to a more athletic fighting art,..long zenkutsu dachis e.g. This iswhy Okinawan Karate is hard toteach a big group of people at once you simplycannot give adequate individual attention toa group of 50 students or more! Shuri-te and Naha-te. Kewa Mabuni studied the Okinawan Shuri Ryu Karate in-depth and developed this art form. those taught this changed kata should be aware that Stances and focus of the Seiyo Shorin-Ryu Karate system should allow a karate practitioner to gain enough focus over time to generate one punch knock out power. This was a good read. One of my opinions is that traditional karate is very sophisticated. If youre a karate enthusiast, theres nothing like too much information. Kenwa Mabuni 3. Back then face punches were allowed in kyokushin tournaments and Gary Alexander used boxing, judo, jujitsu, aikido, aikijitsu, elements of shotokan, etc. Thank you for this brilliant article, helps me a lot on a decision I have to make. My sensei's sensei was Japanese, but his sensei was from Okinawa (Seikichi Touguchi). I'm really interested in how you're balancing the two training styles. 5. [bow], What a great article on these two similar but different approaches to karate training. If you can, pick up a copy of the Bubishi (aka the karate "bible") and you'll be amazed by the rich history of Okinawan Karate. A few words on Shotokan. In the 53 years since I started karate training, I have trained with both Okinawan and Japanese instructors, and found both systems to be beneficial and useful. Each time I pick up something I missed last time. Keep the front foot flat on the floor, and the ball and toes of the . Okinawan styles make great use of the closed hand, and the delivery of the fist centers mainly on the straight thrust method. Likewise, if you want to be effective at self-defense or fighting, you must practice it in a realistic way. Good luck in your life sear sensei oss warm greeting fars karate association . 3. After reading this article i can really see that Okinawan Karate has such a different 'mindset' than Japanese Karate does. 2. Shorin Ryu comes from the word Shaolin of Chinese origin. It can be used to block, stab, trap or strike. hi Jesse-san! Thanks! I enjoyed your article on Okinawan & Japanese karate. There is a difference in the way that Tekki Shodan and Naihanchi are executed, however. (5) Just as certainly, I don't see the punching to a point as the only way to project power into the target. Okinawans definitely know about their rich Chinese influenced heritage. |, What is Kime? The facts are correct, but I think this is mainly true in Shotokan and some related styles. To me, club or style is good if the bunkai practiced meets the objective, and the objective should be towards effective defense against aggression on the street like the old masters said. it is not the original form, but part of a deliberate I have trained in Okinawan Karate (Isshinryu) and most of our kicks were always below the waist. I hope I can get back soon. Basic Techniques and Terminology in Okinawan Karate Japanese Numbers: 1 - ICHI 6 - ROKU 2 - NI 7 - SHICHI / NANA 3 - SAN 8 - HACHI 4 - SHI / YON 9 - KU 5 - GO 10 - JU Glossary of Terms Age (ah-gey)- rising. Do some work, it takes some work, to interpret bunkai this way. Kyokushin, being a tournament style, is popular in all of Japan (including Okinawa). The Okinawan karate stances are meant to be practical for self-defense by being natural and quick. Okinawan Karate has a lot of high stances. Shorin () -ryuis one of the major Okinawan Karate styles. Thank you Jesse-San Hai!!! Make sure to also wear clothing that is comfortable and flexible. I've seen the same approach with senior Okinawans that I've had the pleasure of training with. Fighting stances like han zenkutsu dachi . I teach this way too. IMHO, you are faulting my knowledge of MMA rather than responding to my statement. Even though your article may be true to many styles, schools, dojos and teachers, the article is not true as a whole. In fact, the average Okinawan dojo has room for like 10-15 people. Try to use full force when executing each maneuver. Imagine you are striking someone in the chest area with the blade of your arm. Last Updated: December 30, 2021 in India people is not much aware of your ebsite and your tremendous knowledge in martial arts. Therefore, the concept of tuidiis not as important in Japanese Karate. Robust discussion is best. The comparisons articles of this kind, degrading one style or another are not to be expected of true Budoka at least out of respect. Thanks for sharing. Okinawan systems put more emphasis on pressure point strikes. Sanchin, 2. When is the next article :). AD, and later by S *Soke Hausel, Shorin-Ryu karate, Gilbert, AZ* Whoever decided to remove weapons from Shotokan should be given a stern rebuke. Now try explaining that to a mainland Japanese who thinks Kyokushin is the be all or end all of karate. *ancient monk Boddhidarma, possibly Finger lock applied with hanbo*Jujutsu *is a combat art developed by I switched over pretty much immediately because it just made more sense and felt right. While Japanese Karate approaches combatfrom a long distance range, Okinawan Karate prefers a close range. Especially a dojo. He is one of the pioneers who made karate a part of the modern Okinawan school curriculum. In Japanese Karate, the verbal command Osu! (pronounced Oss!)is used sometimes. An interchange of ideas provokes a learning environment. Jesse, As the author points out, so are the Okinawan. Personally, I try to mix the best of both. Glad you found what works best for you :-). Feet are about two shoulder widths apart, toes are facing forward (parallel). In Japanese Karate, the concept of kime is super important. The fact that posters go into specifics with analysis leads to competence, IMO. Keep up the good work on the blog and with the Seishin Gi business. My cousin is still over there as we speak. Put on an interpretation, usage that is practical. "effective" at what? It depends on what skills fit you, and how you want to fight. The American-style karate called itself "Okinawan", and claimed to be based on Okinawan styles, but the instructors there would spend about 80% of their focus on teaching HOW, and only going into the WHY sparingly. The stances are mostly high, such as the pigeon toe stance (rather than long and deep as some Japanese styles). Shorin-Ryu, in general, does not have Sanchin-dachi, while Goju-Ryu does, but they do it differently than Uechi-Ryu. * Naihanchi (; also known as Naifanchi): this was the original name for the three Tekki kata, but was changed by Funakoshi . fighting? Hey Jesse Sensei! I only have a few questions about their acceptance towards foreigners. The Okinawa Shotokan Karate Academy in Kent. Okinawan karate uses higher stances and practices a bit more mobility moving in various directions to achieve tai sabaki or superior positioning. You simply have more classes. Wanna know more about karate styles, check out this article: 13 Main Karate Styles and Their Differences. All rights reserved. Single karate techniques as well as the low stances and rigid footwork, which allows for quick and flexible movement, can be fairly effective in a real fight or for self-defense. I have trained under an Okinawan 'programme' to green belt (from Martin Rice). I first learned the 'how' before I learned the 'why'. serious in their karate, to understand these differences.. Keep a distance of approximately one and a half shoulder width between your feet. The opponent has essentially no options in the position he is in. 1. They were considered a way of living as they developed ones mind and body. (2)I made some comments based on my understanding of Okinawan vs. Japanese karate. Yes Shotokan suffered with bad bunkai being passed down which confused the contexts of close-in street defense and long distance sports-kumite type attacks, and also tried to make everything block-kick-punch thereby missing out 90% of possible applications. As Gene Foster mentioned, there is a general misunderstanding of Japanese Karate, and looks like on part of Jesse's as well. A growing bamboodoes not compete with the bamboonext to it. Karate is a striking art using punching, kicking, knee and elbow strikes, and open-handed techniques such as knife-hands. You are right again. Wow, great article! by the* It's not hard to describe nature, but try TO DEFINE it. Pfft. Keep up your way! (I think I didnt reach to ten, ha!) I have heard and read that there are hundreds of Karate dojos in Okinawa. I will not comment on those because I have no knowledge of these so I must hold my comments and just restrict them to Wado Ryu. The most famous Okinawan Karate masters of all time were: Kanryo Higaonna was the founder of the Naha-te fighting styles. Yes, it includes the comparatively few dojos of Japanese styles like Shotokan and Kyokushin. It is natural that curious people would probe things relative to one another and then locate those things on a continuum from worst to best. I am an Okinawan Practitioner for over 22 years. With my best regards, M.R, great article, i love your website. You learn more combat style training. I loved your article. There are around 130 million people globally who are karate practitioners and fans, so this art form is extremely popular. Thank you for this analysis. My belief is that all styles should be amalgamated into one, so that Karate may orderly progress into mans future. This is why I thought of sharing it with all the karate champs through my blog. Thanks for the wisdom. As far as I'm concerned all styles of Karate are "valid". Herschask them if they will sell you a new gi a piece at a timemaybe get the sleeves , then the rest of the jacket,and then the pants one leg at a time! (6) IMHO, The value of the author's article is that it presents a forum to flesh out & develop these concepts, explore the meaning. Shimabukuro OSensei was very big on the why and used "osu" when leading Kihon Kandan and drills. The Sai are found in both Okinawan and other oriental martial arts schools. Lower and longer stances are taught @JKA not merely to strengthen legs and stamina but to add to the power of a technique. Doumo arigatou gozaimasu! Maybe I was a little over the top. Okinawa Karate Stances 8430 reads register to post comments Yes, sort of. I practice Shotokan-ryu but I'm enamored with Okinawan Karate because of my short stature, hehehe. Lastly, heres something you might have noticed throughout the article: Many Okinawan Karate terms Ive mentioned so far like chinkuchi and tuidi are not Japanese words. In Okinawan karate-do it is ryo-hanchin dachi nor zenkutsu dachi. The fact that differing karate styles have conventions that some may take issue with, either out of lack of understanding, or alternatively out of better understanding as the case may be, is not patently degrading to the one having a difference of opinion. Maximum vertical compression of the legs adds power by making the hips more stable and energy less disspated to the extremities via vibration, etc. | Jujutsu was the unarmed defense of the Samurai and there are many movements in Jujutsu that come from sword movements. Like you said in Okinawan Karate you won't see a spinning hook kick. Despite balancing the two styles, do you find yourself having a tendency to prefer Japanese to Okinawan, or Okinawan to Japanese? And, SMALL groups in the class. The main difference between the Higashionna and Itosu karate styles is the kata used. In Japanese style, the karateka is more focused on the perfection and completion of actions. Neko-ashi-dachi is, in my view, both a traditional stance and an evolution of kokutsu-dachi. But in Okinawan Karate its still being practiced. I just wanted to set the record straight not just give an opinion. No. Distribute your body weight equally on both legs. That happens sometimes in Okinawan karate, as well. In the past, the Higashionna style had more popularity in Okinawa than the Itosu style. If style mattered then in the mess of combat karate and kung-fu could never be made to work. Very clarifying article, thank you. I've noticed differences in the length of zenkutsu dachi between different branches of karate, but shiko dachi, kiba dachi, and Sanchin dachi were not significantly different. They also have tuishou which means push hands in Chinese(Basically a close range training exercise to teach sensitivity if arms ever meet). 2. In 1962 Zenryo Shimabukuro built his own Dojo and named it Seibukan, spreading the Okinawan Karate style ofShorin-ryu. So I do not see the point of diminishing Japanese karate over Okinawan karate in this way, as you aim too widely. Japanese Karate, on the other hand, was tailored for huge groups. Pull back your front leg with only the ball of your foot lightly touching the ground. thus kata bunkai have included emphasis on striking // JavaScripts available at https://www.joemaller.com They do not care how many degrees the toes should point somewhere, or how wide or long the stance should be. Gekisai Dai Ichi Before the creation of Gekisai Dai Ichi and Gekisai Dai Ni, new students of Goju Ryu karate were taught Sanchin for years before being introduced to other katas. what a great article, love itthanks do for sharing. It instills in some students the idea that I can only use this technique to defend only this or attack only that. use of long, deep stances and the development of powerful thrusting and snapping strikes. They are usually made by younger practitioners who have got it all figured out. The body mechanics of HOW to kick, punch or strike an opponent are important !! The point of the stance is to reach forward and stab the opponent. The martial art had an evolution separate from I'm assuming the Japanese Karateka are saying it like I said "Oorah" in the Marine Corps, which is just dumb. By far the most popular style, this one is widely known throughout the world. arts nor has as much expertise as our instructors! As a practitioner of Japanese Karate-Do(Kyokushin and JKA-Shotokan) also Iaido for over 35 years, I find these comparisons untrue unless you train at the Karate (karadee) Wannabie dojo. In this article, I will cover the following: Here is the complete list of basic karate stances. I started out in japanese karate and thought that was the one and only karate. However we do not embellish our kata by adding any extra movements what is different is usually the execution. Hope this answers your questions! Should we choose to change style, we still should proceed the same way. Shotokan especially JKA emphasizes building the foundation first hence low and long stances, Kyokushin training structure is similar, that's KIHON basics, the actual combat is another story. Okinawan martial arts refers to Okinawan martial arts such as karate, Megumi, and kobud which have their origins among the indigenous people of Okinawa. Differences between styles, federations, locations etc. We do not believe anyone in Arizona teaches such a wide variety of martial Shito Ryu 3. So when I later started practicing okibawan karate, I already knew how to move, punch and kick, and I didn't have to learn everything from the beginning. at Asato Dojo. Shorin Ryu Okinawan Karate Vs. Japanese Karate - Differences Sports Vs. LifeStyle Natural Stances Why And How Okinawan Karate Weapons - Kobudo Top 2 Okinawan Karate Dojos The Jundokan Shodokan Dojo 4 Famous Masters of Okinawan Karate 1. Ive trained very little in Japan, but did notice that all the Tokyo instructors (SKIF) used "hai" a lot, besides osu. Regards from South Africa. Incredible power can be generated by a martial artist using proper stances with hip rotation and focus. Our Dojos do not let the size of the class become so large we can't give individual attention where it is needed. Could you possibly have been more condescending in your comments. But to say that we change our technique to teach to mass classes is not the case, not for our Dojo anyway. For example, aJapanese sensei will go very deep in details of a kata. wikiHow is a wiki, similar to Wikipedia, which means that many of our articles are co-written by multiple authors. Although these moves are basic Karate moves, they are still only meant to be done in cases of self defense! The body should be squarely forward unless a half-turn han-mi is applied. "Okinawa is approximately 6 miles wide and only about 70 miles long" ("A Brief History of Traditional Karate"). . Hello Stances were very high and light, btw, as shown in #1. Recent initiatives by Okinawa Prefecture and martial arts officials stimulate Okinawan karate's recognition domestically and internationally, underline its cultural importance, and support three main arguments why not to change its traditional form: (i) The principle of never changing kata: Okinawan karate's battle-and street-fight-verified kata concepts were honed to lethal efficiency and . Tensh, 3. Wado Ryu uses natural stances especially during kumite, we are a style that is based on Shinto-Yoshin-Ryu Jujutsu and karate from Funakoshi Gichin Sensei, Motobu Choki Sensei and others that the first Grand Master Otsuka Hironori trained with. The main difference is that Okinawans incorporate a lot of their original Martial Arts (Ti) as well. But in Okinawa, almost every dojo has weapons on the wall. 9. 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