Unshu (雲手), literally “cloud hands”, It contains many intricate hand techniques, such as the Ippon Nukite (one finger strike) in the opening sequence. Unshu was created by Seisho Aragaki sometime around 1860-1870. Aragaki was a Japanese and Chinese language interpreter to the Shuri court, and a master of monk fist and white crane styles. It is somewhat a condensation of other katas (e.g., Bassai, Kosokun, Jion, Wanshu, Jitte, Chinto and Niseishi), hence it is essential to have mastered these before practicing Unshu.
 
 
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Between your isometric and isotonic training, perform parts of your kata at the spot. Train your mind and body together. Build control, timing, tension, relaxation, and awareness through movement.

Think Dynamic. Be Dynamic. Train Dynamic.


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“The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra.”

One more repetition.
One more correction.
One more round.
One more effort when others stop.

That small extra changes everything.

Think Dynamic. Be Dynamic. Train Dynamic.

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Persistence transforms failure into achievement. True success belongs to those who refuse to stop.

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SÉMINAIRE INTERNATIONAL DE SHITORYU KARATE DO
ABIDJAN, CÔTE D’IVOIRE - 1er au 2 Août 2026

Kaicho
Genzo IWATA
Président de la Fédération Mondiale de Karatédo Shitoryu et du All Japan Shitokai

Kyoshi
ALLEN TANZADEH
Vice-Président de la Fédération Mondiale de Karatedo Shitoryu (WSKF) et Secrétaire Général de la PSKF

Pour plus d’informations: shitoryuafrica@gmail.com

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黙想
Mokusō

Mokuso is the quiet moment before and after karate training. Many people think it is only sitting with closed eyes, but Mokuso has a deeper purpose. It helps you calm your mind, control your emotions, and leave outside stress behind. During Mokuso, you focus on your breathing and prepare yourself mentally for training. In simple words, it is the bridge between your daily life and your karate practice.

In karate, a strong body without a focused mind has little value. Mokuso teaches patience, discipline, and self-control. It reminds you that karate is not only about punching and kicking. It is also about building character, respect, and inner balance. A few quiet moments of Mokuso before training often improve concentration, reaction, and the quality of your training.

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Mark Your Calendars and Save the Date.

20th Pan-American Shitoryu Karatedo Festival

International Open Tournament, Technical Seminars, International WSKF Dan, Shidosha, and Shogo Examinations, Pan-American Congress and Meetings.

Dominican Republic, October 29 to November 2, 2027.

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Kihon and Kata are built through repetition.
Every correct movement repeated with focus builds stronger technique, better timing, and deeper understanding.
Do not rush the process. Precision comes from consistent practice.

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Shinzui 真髄

“The true essence” or “the deepest core.”

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忍, Shinobu, means to endure with patience, stay calm under pressure, control the heart, and keep going without giving up. In Karate, this teaches students to stay composed when training becomes hard, control anger and fear, accept correction with humility, and repeat the basics with patience.
A true karateka does not quit when progress feels slow. A true karateka learns to endure, adjust, and continue. Through 忍, students build a strong mind with a strong body and turn difficulty into discipline.

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“You will never always be motivated. You have to learn to be disciplined”

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BREAKING NEWS AND COMING ATTRACTION:
Tanzadeh Shitokai Kyoshi and Tanzadeh Kyoshi will be returning to the HOUSE OF KATA. The Cayman Islands National Karate-Do Association. Global Kata Advisor will be returning for "A DYNAMIC ELITE KATA PERFORMANCE SEMINAR." The content will be "From Technical Excellence To World Stage Success. The Science Of High Performance Karate.
GO TEAM CAYMAN !!!!!!!
In Harmony, Shihan Greg

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Shitoryu Karate Renzoku Kihon

Step forward into Hachiji Dachi, then switch sides and repeat the same movement.

During the entire movement, keep both feet flat on the floor.

When executing and finishing the kime on Gedan Barai and Chūdan Zuki in Hachiji Dachi, do not lift the heel. Do not let the foot disconnect from the floor.

Keep the heel down. Keep the feet stable. Connect the technique to the floor.

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Wanshū (ワンシュー, also 汪輯)

The name Wanshū (汪輯) means "Wang's Series (or Form)" and refers to the diplomat Wang (1621 – 1689). Wang was the leader of a large ambassadorial mission from China, sent by the Qing government in 1683 to the village of Tomari.

The Wanshū kata was either created by Wang or composed by his students and named in tribute to him. There are two major versions of Wanshū kata: one taught by Master Ankō Itosu and one practiced and introduced in the Tomari region.

The Wanshū kata shown in this video is considered an Itosu-kei kata, meaning it was either created or primarily passed down by Ankō Itosu, although its origins are in Tomari-te.

Wanshū is also translated as "Oar in Deep Water," which may refer to the movements in which the karate-ka lunges in for an attack and quickly leaps away, like an oar plunged deep into the water and quickly emerging as the stroke is completed.

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Ananko Kata and Sukui Dome application -

The Essence and Core (Shinzui) of Shito-ryu Karate - deep understanding of the true nature, technical precision, meaningful application, and more…

Hosted by Shitokai Italia, Budojima - Italy - September 6-7, 2025


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Wa (和) is often translated as harmony, peace, and balance. It is a way of movement and mindset.
It reveals itself in the ability to move in sync with the opponent, to use minimal force for maximum effect, and to remain calm, precise, and adaptable under pressure. Rather than clashing, one blends; rather than resisting, one adjusts; rather than forcing, one refines. True technique is not domination; it is integration.

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水稽古 (Mizu Keiko), training in water, builds strength through resistance, sharpens technique by slowing every movement, and deepens breathing control while calming the mind. It is a practice that forges both body and spirit.

水稽古は技を鍛え、心を鎮める。
Mizu Keiko wa waza o kitae, kokoro o shizumeru.
“Water training forges technique and calms the mind.”

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Kime-geiko (決め稽古) literally means training that emphasizes decisive focus and finishing power, combining both mental and physical concentration at the moment of impact.
決め (kime) = focus, decisive finish, concentration of power.

稽古 (keiko) = training or practice.

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