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Why did the Samurai refuse to attack Yoshioka when he fell?
Why did the Samurai refuse to attack Yoshioka when he fell?
- Because he was tired and didn't want to fight anymore
- Because he wanted to give Yoshioka a chance to surrender
- Because he was scared of Yoshioka's skills
- Because he knew about Yoshioka's Tsubamegoeshi technique (correct)
What does 'Karate Ni Sente Nashi' mean?
What does 'Karate Ni Sente Nashi' mean?
- To never back down from a fight
- To never attack first, mentally or physically (correct)
- To always attack first
- To only attack with physical force
What is the meaning of 'Shinitai' in Karate?
What is the meaning of 'Shinitai' in Karate?
- Dead Body (correct)
- Karate etiquette
- Deadly technique
- Karate training
What is 'Kime' in Karate?
What is 'Kime' in Karate?
What is 'Bunkai' in Karate?
What is 'Bunkai' in Karate?
Why did the Samurai cut at Yoshioka the moment he stood up?
Why did the Samurai cut at Yoshioka the moment he stood up?
What is the requirement to understand 'Karate Ni Sente Nashi' fully?
What is the requirement to understand 'Karate Ni Sente Nashi' fully?
What is the result of correct Karate training and dojo etiquette?
What is the result of correct Karate training and dojo etiquette?
What is the Japanese term for the number one?
What is the Japanese term for the number one?
What is the term used to describe the empty mind state in Zen Buddhism?
What is the term used to describe the empty mind state in Zen Buddhism?
What is the Japanese term for the fifth degree black belt?
What is the Japanese term for the fifth degree black belt?
What is the term used to describe the application of kata techniques in real-life self-defense situations?
What is the term used to describe the application of kata techniques in real-life self-defense situations?
What is the Japanese term for the number twenty-one?
What is the Japanese term for the number twenty-one?
What is Mokuso in the context of martial arts?
What is Mokuso in the context of martial arts?
What is the term used to describe the first degree black belt?
What is the term used to describe the first degree black belt?
What is the goal of Mokuso?
What is the goal of Mokuso?
What is the origin of the name of the Shito School?
What is the origin of the name of the Shito School?
What is the meaning of the name Wado School?
What is the meaning of the name Wado School?
What is the purpose of Kiai in martial arts?
What is the purpose of Kiai in martial arts?
How should a Kiai be shouted?
How should a Kiai be shouted?
What is the concept of Fudoshin?
What is the concept of Fudoshin?
What is the result of a person having Fudoshin?
What is the result of a person having Fudoshin?
What is the name of the founder of the Shotokan School?
What is the name of the founder of the Shotokan School?
What is Kiai-Jitsu?
What is Kiai-Jitsu?
What is the name of the concept that means 'Body like a Rock'?
What is the name of the concept that means 'Body like a Rock'?
What is similar to Fudoshin according to the text?
What is similar to Fudoshin according to the text?
What is the final skill a Martial Artist must have according to Yagyu Seikisshusai?
What is the final skill a Martial Artist must have according to Yagyu Seikisshusai?
What is the name of the Kendo style with very hard training mentioned in the text?
What is the name of the Kendo style with very hard training mentioned in the text?
What was the young Kendo student's reaction when someone asked him why he was completely different in the Dojo?
What was the young Kendo student's reaction when someone asked him why he was completely different in the Dojo?
What did the Japanese General do when the dog tried to bite his hand?
What did the Japanese General do when the dog tried to bite his hand?
Who expressed the concept of Iwa-No-Mi?
Who expressed the concept of Iwa-No-Mi?
What did the young Kendo student imagine when he fought in the Dojo?
What did the young Kendo student imagine when he fought in the Dojo?
What is the name of the outward circular elbow strike in Karate?
What is the name of the outward circular elbow strike in Karate?
Which type of kick is also known as a 'Snapping Kick'?
Which type of kick is also known as a 'Snapping Kick'?
What is the name of the blocking technique that uses the palm of the hand?
What is the name of the blocking technique that uses the palm of the hand?
Which type of kick is performed using the edge of the foot?
Which type of kick is performed using the edge of the foot?
What is the name of the knee kick that uses a roundhouse motion?
What is the name of the knee kick that uses a roundhouse motion?
What is the name of the jumping side kick in Karate?
What is the name of the jumping side kick in Karate?
What is the name of the blocking technique that uses a knife-hand?
What is the name of the blocking technique that uses a knife-hand?
What is the name of the double level kick in Karate?
What is the name of the double level kick in Karate?
Study Notes
Karate Schools
- Shito School: founded by Kenwa Mabuni, named after instructors Itosu and Higaonna
- Goju School: founded by Chojun Miyagi, named after the Japanese words "Goken" (strong fist) and "Juken" (soft fist)
- Shotokan School: founded by Gichin Funakoshi, named after the term "Shoto" used by Funakoshi for calligraphy
- Wado School: founded by Hironori Ohstuka, based on the philosophy that Budo is the way of peace and harmony
Kiai
- Kiai-Jitsu: an old Japanese martial art that allows experts to break a glass with a loud shout
- Uses of Kiai:
- Before fighting to frighten or distract the opponent and to make one's spirit strong
- Immediately before an opponent attacks, to surprise or shock them and stop their attack
- When attacking, to disorientate and confuse the opponent
- When punching or kicking, to generate more power by focusing energy on the strike or kick
Mental Concepts
Fudoshin (Immovable Mind)
- A state of mind that remains calm and imperturbable in all circumstances, unaffected by external factors
- Developed by Takuan and Miyamoto Musashi, also known as "Iwa-No-Mi" or "Body like a Rock"
Heijo-Shin (Tranquil Spirit)
- A state of mind that remains calm and relaxed, without fear or worry
- Similar to Fudoshin, but with a focus on keeping normal feelings and not being afraid or worried
Yu-Nitsuite (Brave Heart)
- A state of mind that requires a brave heart, as technical skill alone is not enough to win a fight
- A famous Kendo master, Yagyu Seikisshusai, emphasized the importance of Yu-Nitsuite
Karate Ni Sente Nashi
- The concept that a Karateka must never attack first, mentally or physically
- Requires years of correct training to fully understand and maintain good manners and etiquette
Shinitai
- Means "Dead Body," referring to the importance of always being able to recover and move easily
- In Ohyo Gumite, one should never place their instep flat on the floor when thrown
Kime
- The focus of all physical and psychological forces at one point, resulting in pure effectiveness
Bunkai
- The concept of explaining and demonstrating the application of Karate moves to real-life situations
- Particularly important with Katas, but may have multiple Bunkai for each move
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Get to know the different schools of Karate, including Shito, Goju, Shotokan, and Wado, as well as the ancient Japanese martial art of Kiai-Jitsu. Test your knowledge of these fighting styles!
