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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:King_Sho_Shin.jpg|King Sho Shin|thumb]] [[File:Karate_ShuriCastle.jpg|Karate ShuriCastle|thumb|left]] [[File:Karate_in_Naha_before_the_war.jpg|Karate in Naha before the war|thumb|left]] [[File:Funakoshi_Gichin.jpg|Funakoshi Gichin|thumb]] [[Image:Motobu_king1925.jpg|Motobu king1925|thumb]] [[File:Masters_of_Karate.jpg|Masters of Karate|thumb]] '''Karate''' is a [[martial art]] that originated in the [[Ryukyu Kingdom]], which was annexed by [[Japan]] in the 19th century. It developed from the indigenous Ryukyuan martial arts under the influence of [[Kung Fu]], particularly Fujian White Crane. Karate is now predominantly a striking art using punching, kicking, knee strikes, elbow strikes, and open-hand techniques such as knife-hands, spear-hands, and palm-heel strikes. In some styles, grappling, throws, joint locks, restraints, and vital point strikes are also taught.<br />
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== History ==<br />
Karate began as a common fighting system known as ''te'' among the Pechin class of the Ryukyuans. After trade relationships were established with the [[Ming dynasty]] of China in 1372, some forms of Chinese martial arts were introduced to the Ryukyu Islands by the visitors from China, particularly Fujian Province. A large group of Chinese families moved to Okinawa around 1392 for the purpose of cultural exchange, where they established the community of Kumemura and shared their knowledge of a wide variety of Chinese arts and sciences, including the Chinese martial arts.<br />
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The political centralization of Okinawa by King Shō Hashi in 1429 and the policy of banning weapons, implemented by King Shō Shin in 1477, are factors that furthered the development of unarmed combat techniques in Okinawa. These techniques were collectively known as ''Te'', a Ryukyuan term for hand, and over time, ''Te'' became more structured and formalized into what we now know as karate.<br />
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== Styles and Influences ==<br />
Karate can be broadly categorized into four styles: [[Shōtōkan]], [[Wadō-ryū]], [[Shitō-ryū]], and [[Gōjū-ryū]]. Each style has its own emphasis on various techniques and principles, but all share the common goal of self-improvement, discipline, and self-defense.<br />
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=== Shōtōkan ===<br />
Shōtōkan, founded by [[Gichin Funakoshi]], is characterized by deep, long stances and powerful linear movements. It emphasizes form (kata), sparring (kumite), and basics (kihon).<br />
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=== Wadō-ryū ===<br />
Wadō-ryū, founded by [[Hironori Ōtsuka]], is a blend of Shōtōkan and traditional Japanese martial arts. It emphasizes body shifting to avoid attacks and counterattacks rather than meeting force with force.<br />
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=== Shitō-ryū ===<br />
Shitō-ryū, founded by [[Kenwa Mabuni]], is known for its emphasis on a wide variety of kata, incorporating elements from both Shōrin-ryū and Shōrei-ryū, which are the two main branches of Okinawan karate.<br />
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=== Gōjū-ryū ===<br />
Gōjū-ryū, founded by [[Chōjun Miyagi]], focuses on hard (Go) and soft (Ju) techniques. It emphasizes breathing correctly in all of the katas and incorporates both circular and linear movements.<br />
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== Training ==<br />
Karate training is divided into three main sections:<br />
- '''Kihon''' (basics), which includes the fundamental techniques of punching, kicking, and blocking.<br />
- '''Kata''' (forms), which are pre-arranged sequences of movements that simulate combat against multiple opponents.<br />
- '''Kumite''' (sparring), which can range from predetermined drills to free sparring.<br />
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== Karate and the Olympics ==<br />
Karate was featured in the [[2020 Summer Olympics]] in Tokyo, marking a significant milestone in the sport's history. It was included as a demonstration sport, showcasing both kata and kumite events.<br />
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== Cultural Impact ==<br />
Karate has had a significant cultural impact worldwide, not only as a sport and a method of self-defense but also through its influence on popular culture, including films, television, and literature. It promotes values such as perseverance, respect, humility, and discipline.<br />
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