I'm very pleased to present this interview with Kimo Wall, Kyoshi. After World War II and throughout the Vietnam era a handful of Air...
IkigaiWay New Year Giveaway!
Hello! We've made it to 2013, which is something to be thankful for. To start the year off right I figured we would have a fun little...
Looking Toward 2013
2012 is almost in the books. It was a good year and we covered a lot of topics around here. The site has also grown quite a bit, and I'm...
A Historical Walking Tour of Seisan Kata
Not all styles of karate possess a version of Seisan...but enough do to warrant a rather ubiquitious reputation, causing some...
Interview: Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming, White Crane / Taijiquan / Shaolin Long Fist (Part 2)
This is a continuation of the interview with Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming (part 1 can be found here). Dr. Yang is one of the premiere Chinese...
Interview: Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming, White Crane / Taijiquan / Shaolin Long Fist (Part 1)
I'm very pleased to present this interview with Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming. Dr. Yang is an important figure in the world of Chinese martial...
Free Upcoming Seminar: China’s Impact on the Development of Karate
Hey everyone, quick piece of news here. On November 5th I'll be conducting a seminar in conjunction with the Meiyo-do Southern Kung Fu...
In Honor of Shimabukuro Masayuki (1948-2012)
The martial arts world has lost another luminary. Shimabukuro Masayuki, most well known for his strong leadership in Muso Jikiden Eishin...
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