Naha Airport was quaint compared to Incheon and JFK, which was fine by me. Giant, sprawling airports are impressive but its nice to know...
Okinawa Part 3 – One Night in Korea
As I mentioned in my previous post, I made a fairly sizable error on my way to Korea. I had my bags checked to Incheon instead of all the...
Okinawa Part 2 – Do’s (AND DON’TS) of International Travel
One of the most daunting aspects of traveling to Okinawa is actually getting there. My bus dropped us off at JFK Airport in New York after...
Walking with the Shisa (or Why I Went to Okinawa)
February is generally considered a drab, depressing month in Pennsylvania, USA. We try to spruce it up with things like Valentine's Day,...
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...
In Remembrance of Jody Paul, Hanshi, 1942-2015
On December 2nd, 2015, Jody Paul Hanshi passed away. He was a positive influence on many martial artists, including myself, so I'd like to...
Your Bruce Lee Phase (A Giveaway!)
There's something remarkable that happens to most martial artists - they go through a Bruce Lee phase. It may happen right away (an...
In Memoriam: Kiyoko (Miko) Teller, A Treasure of Okinawan Culture and Spirit
Bugeisha Article – How to Evolve with Your Kata
I Just Started Watching Sumo and Here’s What I’ve Learned
A Deep Dive into the StoryTelling and Karate of Cobra Kai
Interview: Pat McGale, Okinawa Kenpo and Kishaba Juku Karatedo