Kiyan Toru Sensei is a prominent Okinawa Kenpo instructor training and teaching in Okinawa. He is a longtime student of Kina Toshimitsu...
Wherever the Path Leads
Interested in learning about the Vietnam conflict and the early days of karate in the USA and Okinawa from someone who was there? I...
Upcoming Book: Wherever the Path Leads
I'd like to thank everyone for their patience over the past few months. Posting on IkigaiWay has been less steady than usual. The main...
Okinawa Part 5 – Modern Bases and Karate Meetings
As an average civilian, I don't know much about military bases. Sure, I've seen "Stripes", but that only gets you so far. When I found out...
Quick Look: The Bubishi, 2016 Edition
When it comes to martial arts books, you'll often hear phrases like "must-read" and "any serious martial artist should buy_____". Often...
Okinawa Part 4 – First Echoes of Island Steps
Naha Airport was quaint compared to Incheon and JFK, which was fine by me. Giant, sprawling airports are impressive but its nice to know...
Preparing for my Maiden Voyage to Okinawa
If you run in traditional karate circles you are going to eventually hear how important it is for you to visit Okinawa. The people,...
Story: A Karate Man Would Not
This is a fictional story and not intended to slight any specific individual. The genders used are male, but the story fits equally well...
