Columbus DOJO - 沖縄五首館空手 全米本部道場

As descendants of the Chibana Choshin lineage, this footage is a rare find. Thank you to Walt Young for sharing the work of the late Angel Lemus.
All credit to Angel Lemus and Walt Young for sharing this discovery.
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Nakamoto Tokushin Story The story of Nakamoto Tokushin (1924 - 2010), who was a first generation Uchina Hawaiian and also a student of Higa Yuchoku and Chibana Choshin Sensei. His ...

We are OPEN for regular classes today!

SNOW DAY!
The dojo remains closed due to icy road conditions, but here are some great pix submitted by our members!

Classes are canceled this evening due to icy roads; please stay safe and warm!

PART 2: Thank you to all that participated in yesterday's Kagami Biraki and mochitsuki celebration!
Here are some training photos:

PART 1: Thank you to all that participated in yesterday's Kagami Biraki and mochitsuki celebration!
Here are some photos:

Today at 12:00 p.m. our annual tradition of 'kagami biraki' (opening the mirror)is combined with 'hatsu geiko' (First training)
We combine several traditions at our dojo and today we will also be making mochi the traditional way!

Both are auspicious events in Japan and to a lesser degree, Okinawa.
These ceremonies signify new beginnings and opportunities and are held throughout Japan and Okinawa in Dojo in January, and auspicious occasions throughout the year.

https://www.toki.tokyo/blogt/2023/8/9/the-joyous-tradition-of-kagami-biraki-celebrating-lifes-milestones-in-japan #:~:text=At%20its%20core%2C%20Kagami%20Biraki,fostering%20unity%20within%20a%20community.

The Joyous Tradition of Kagami Biraki: Celebrating Life's Milestones in Japan — TOKI In the heart of Japan's vibrant party culture lies a cherished tradition that encapsulates the essence of celebration and camaraderie. Kagami Biraki, a time-honored practice, weaves together the dynamic and lively nature of Japanese festivities, reflecting the profound significance of communal gathe

This Saturday at 12:00 after training, is our annual mochitsuki!
We pound rice into mochi the traditional way and have plenty to share.
Bring your family and friends!

2025 Training and Events Calendar.

Happy New Year 2025!
We are open and ready to rock!
Get in the dojo and train!

More on Goshukan-Ryu Kobudo.

While our lineage is Taira Shinken's Ryukyu Kobudo, we do not follow the curriculum of a specific kobudo organization; instead the Goshukan-Ryu practices a curated collection of fundamental kata with accompanying applications and kumi series of partner drills.
There are many kata and weapons (both Okinawan and Chinese) that are practiced in addition to core curriculum, but are not required for advancement.

Goshukan-Ryu Kobudo:

• Shushi no Kon Sho
• Maezato no Tekko
• Maezato no Nunchaku
• Hamahiga no Tonfa
• Shushi no Kon Dai
• Hamahiga no Sai
• Sakugawa no Kon
• Chatan Yara no Sai
• Shokawa no k**a
• Tawada no Sai
• Kanigawa no Tinbe

Beginning January 2025!

Kobudo Classes every 1st and 3rd Thursday at 7:00 p.m. for 6-kyu green belt and higher.

Sensei G is staffing the front counter!
Dojo Christmas Party on Friday!