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Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen

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Sōkon “Bushi” Matsumura

Matsumura Sōkon, also known as Sōkon “Bushi” Matsumura, was a revered martial artist from Okinawa who made significant contributions to the development and preservation of traditional Okinawan martial arts. Matsumura ...

The history of the black belt

The history of martial arts belts, particularly the black belt and the introduction of colored belts, encompasses various stories and influences that have shaped the ranking system we know today ...

Kobudo

In recent years, traditional weapon training, known as Kobudo, has witnessed a remarkable resurgence. It has seamlessly integrated into various martial arts schools and systems, often becoming an indispensable component ...