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Cover Story Throwback: Hirokazu Kanazawa
Black Belt Magazine showcased Hirokazu Kanazawa on the cover of the May 1987 issue. Widely regarded as one of the greatest fighters in...
Black Belt Team
Mar 27, 2025
Cover Story Throwback: Kenneth Funakoshi
Is the Reverse Punch the Most Lethal Move in Shotokan karate? Master Kenneth Funakoshi demonstrates the perfect reverse punch in this...
Black Belt Team
Jan 16, 2025
Karate for Kids: The Ultimate Guide to Introducing Your Child to Shotokan Karate with a Perfect Blend of Fun and Discipline!
Karate is not just a martial art; it's a way of life that instills discipline, respect, and self-confidence in children..
Black Belt Team
Sep 13, 2024
Combat Shotokan: Reviving Karate’s Self-Defense Roots in a Sport-Focused Era
Like most martial arts, karate originated as a system that was designed for hand-to-hand combat.
Emil Farkas
Sep 10, 2024
Shotokan from the Source: Kyle Funakoshi Karate Master from Indisputable Lineage
If there’s such a thing as karate DNA, the Funakoshi family must have it in spades..
Robert Young
Aug 7, 2024
Kyle Funakoshi on Shotokan Karate’s Proven Strategies for Faking Punches and Kicks
“In shotokan, we start off the beginners just standing up and making sure their feet are in the correct position so they get the proper...
John T. Bingham
Jul 2, 2024
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