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Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen

Hi, I’m Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen

Martial Arts Researcher
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Jissen Karate

New photograph of Itosu Ankō

Re-examination of the Itosu Ankō photo Only a few karate masters have had as much influence on karate development as Itosu Ankō (Itosu Yasutsune). He was born in Gibo Village ...

Okinawan Landscapes and Gardens

The Natural Beauty of Okinawa. Okinawa, a group of islands located in the southernmost part of Japan, is renowned for its stunning landscapes and meticulously maintained gardens. These natural wonders ...

Channan

The concept of certain kata being lost to the sands of time is not a new one. However, among these lost forms, none have been remembered and preserved quite like ...