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A paradise for swimmers, the large island of Okinawa is a Japanese island located in the south of the country. It is no coincidence that this island, with its emerald sea and white sandy beaches, is home to the highest number of healthy people, as well as being the birthplace of karate. Karate is an ancient Japanese martial art, effective both for stress management and combat. Over the years, karate has spread worldwide and has successfully become part of the exclusive circle of Olympic disciplines.
The origins of this art are uncertain, as techniques were traditionally passed down orally rather than in writing. Over time, these techniques were developed and refined by various masters in Okinawa’s dojos. Surrounded by legends, this martial art is an integral part of the identity of the paradisiacal Okinawa archipelago.
The origins of this art are uncertain, as techniques were traditionally passed down orally rather than in writing. Over time, these techniques were developed and refined by various masters in Okinawa’s dojos. Surrounded by legends, this martial art is an integral part of the identity of the paradisiacal Okinawa archipelago.
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02:30Here in the city of Nishihara, the dojo of the great master of karate, Sensei Hokama, welcomes his students, children and adults alike,
03:00Sensei Hokama's school teaches karate in a fun and sporty way.
03:05For this lover of the sport and its history, it was important to convey the values he has learned more than just pure technique.
03:13This great master of karate sees his students as member of his own family, and it shows in his teaching.
03:19Here, everyone can work at their own pace.
03:38My name is Tetsugiro Hokkama and Gojiro-style karate.
04:08And my grandfather, my mother's father, Tokuyama, he is a shirite.
04:14Shirite is a very old style, my teacher.
04:17Myself is eight years' start, now 71 years.
04:21Next month is my 72.
04:24Here, although students live under the gaze of the master, they are fairly autonomous.
04:44Everyone knows what he has to do according to their level and knows how to move.
04:54Now, let's go.
05:24and the Okinawan karate the first is that you know Mesopotamia the Iran Iraqi and come to India
05:44India come to China China come to Okinawa one line another line is the same and India
05:53China and Indonesia and Malaysia and come Okinawa two lines karate origin at the
06:09dojo of master hokama all the fighting techniques are taught either together or
06:14with weapons such as nanshukas
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07:04inside okinawa 300 dojos but on karate boss teaching about 25 or 14% no sports karate traditional karate both mixed
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08:24Kata are codified movements universal in learning karate, and the handling of weapons is learned
08:36much less, especially in Europe today.
08:40From an early age, children begin karate instruction.
08:541, 2, 3, 4, 2, 3, 4, 2, 3, 4, 1, 2, 3, 4, 1, 2, 3, 4, 1, 2, 3, 4, 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10...
09:22Okay, let's do it.
09:26Let's do it.
09:28Yes!
09:38Okay, let's do it.
09:42Why do you want to do it?
09:44Why do you want to do it?
09:46Why do you want to do it?
09:48It's so good.
09:50It's so good.
09:56Go!
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10:22Shinto Shrine
10:45The photos in the dojo are taken essentially in front of the Kamidana, a mini Shinto shrine.
10:51In the Shinto tradition, the act of installing a Kamidana will indeed protect the dojo.
11:21Shinto Shrine
11:31Shinto Shrine
11:37Shinto Shrine
11:39Shinto Shrine
11:45Shinto Shrine
11:47Shinto Shrine
11:57Shinto Shrine
12:01Shinto Shrine
12:04Shrine
12:05Shrine
12:08Shobi
12:10Shipe
12:11Sh boots
12:1214th century is located in the hills east of the city center and overlooks the harbor of about 130
12:19meters it was destroyed by fire four times and rebuilt each time but at the end of the war in
12:281945 the castle underwent its last major destruction and was rebuilt in 1992. it is classified a world
12:37heritage site by unesco with other gusuku another name for castles or fortresses of that time
12:46today the castle and all that surrounds it is called shuri castle park
12:50it is also known for its large shurimian door the entrance ceremony of the castle
12:58each year more than one million visitors travel to the park and its buildings to enjoy the stunning view
13:08there are models of the castle where some scenes of life at the time of the lords are represented
13:14we also discovered the throne chinese influences including dragons depicted on the pillars or
13:20statues or the crown worn by the lord and his seal
13:33so
13:40it is
14:14The castle is part of Ketsuren-Gusuku sites
14:42of the world heritage of UNESCO.
14:46Located in Ketsuren on the island of Okinawa,
14:49only ruins remain of this castle
14:50whose origins date back to the 7th century
14:53during its golden age
14:54and runs from the mid-14th century
14:57to the first half of the 15th century.
15:03Indeed, it was the castle of the Lord Awamari
15:06in the 15th century
15:08who jeopardized the royal power
15:09by his revolts and military conquests.
15:12It offers a splendid view of the central region
15:16and the Pacific Ocean
15:18on both sides of the Ketsuren Peninsula,
15:20also known as Gusuku Ocean.
15:24The central region known as the Shempuru
15:26means mixed.
15:28This name comes from the many U.S. military bases
15:31that give this region a bicultural,
15:33Okinawan and American aspect.
15:35Here we go.
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15:56In Okinawa, fishermen are called Uminchu, which literally means people of the sea.
16:21With its coral reefs and the water temperature of the stable sea all year round, it's a perfect place for fishermen.
16:28There are well over 1,000 species of fish, from small, colorful tropical ones to very large ones that can be found in the shallows.
16:37This gives way to many opportunities to experience different kinds of fishing.
16:51The only agriculture is where it is used to because we have water and ice-free.
16:56We have water and water.
17:00The water is on the surface of the sea in the ocean.
17:03The water is in first place, so you can't get it from now.
17:07The water is in shore with water doesn't start to get water from the ocean, which is as much as water.
17:12The Okinawa Prefecture is a modern and authentic blend stemming from a unique history.
17:42One particular story found in Shisas is derived from lion's guards, which were imported from China in the 14th century.
17:52More than a symbol, they have become icons of the Okinawa Archipelago.
17:57As proof, they took shape, significance and a unique importance in Asia.
18:05The Shisas always go in pairs.
18:08A male, who always keeps his mouth open to ward off evil spirits,
18:12and a female, whose mouth stays closed so that happiness does not leave the home.
18:19The Okinawa Shisas resemble a cross between a dog and a lion,
18:23and are positioned on either side of the doors of the houses or on rooftops.
18:30Since very recently, you will see Shisas of shapes, colors and less traditional expressions,
18:36but are rather reserved for the interior of homes.
18:51Japanese ceramics emerged in the 13th century thanks to a craftsman named Keito Shirozman,
18:56who brought Chinese techniques to Japan.
18:59But it was later in the 16th century that this art had developed significantly
19:03with the increasing popularity of the tea ceremony.
19:08There are many pottery workshops in Japan with all its peculiarities.
19:13Their ceramics are often known for their qualities of refinement and subtlety.
19:31The Okinawa is a large natural park where flora and fauna impress with their species and varieties.
19:38With the many historical sites on the big island of Okinawa,
19:42it is not uncommon to come across ancient roads or ancient remains of great warriors and nobles of the time.
19:48The
20:13Northeast of Naha is a cemetery known by some in the Okinawan Karate,
20:17karate to be the cemetery of the shurite masters. The master Matsumura, Iyutsu, and Hanashiro
20:25are buried there.
20:31My serok is sometimes outside. My serok is a museum, not inside, outside. For example,
20:39the master's and tomb, a monument, invite. My occupation, only karate, no. Karate, history,
20:49calligraphy, archaeology, and Okinawan history.
21:09For Master Hokama, touring the cemetery of the great masters is a mandatory passage in student
21:32learning at his dojo. It is important for the students to discover their heritage, but also
21:38teach them to have respect towards those great masters, even if they are no longer part
21:42of this world.
22:08So, when you have a house, you can't eat your own. The Lord knows how to sit and eat
22:13so that you don't have to eat the treasure.
22:15The Lord knows what you have to do.
22:17Stopping at the burial site of Master Sokon Matsumura
22:46is an opportunity for students to learn more about the man who was called Master by Excellence.
22:54Sokon Matsumura was an undisputed and unquestionable master who had never been defeated.
23:00His incredible fighting qualities enabled him at 19 years of age to become an instructor
23:06and head of the Shuri Palace Guard and the King's Personal Guard.
23:10It was said that he could kill a bull with a single punch.
23:14Sokon Matsumura
23:16Are you want to go to the hospital?
23:18No, I don't want to go to the hospital.
23:20No, I don't want to go to the hospital.
23:24No, I don't want to go to the hospital.
23:28What's the hospital?
23:30今、若い時に、そこからまた52分。
23:35写真届出ましたか?
23:40先生、写真届出ました。
23:43はい、どうした?
23:45よろしくお願いします。
23:50let's do it.
24:02As a history buff and founder of the only museum of Okinawan karate,
24:06Master Hōkuma spends part of his time looking for objects
24:09to expand an already extensive collection.
24:13Weapons, uniforms, books, or even photos,
24:17Everything is there to satisfy the curiosity of the youngest and recollecting memories to the oldest.
24:25Over time, the museum has become a place of pilgrimage for Karatika and all karate lovers alike.
24:47This museum, 1987, is an establishment.
25:05This museum, 1987, is an establishment in the world's first time.
25:19But in the world, nothing.
25:21Okinawa karate is now the birthplace, Mecca.
25:25But nothing is a museum.
25:29This is very important.
25:32Then myself is about 1987, January 11, establishment in the world's first time.
25:39Because it's very important, but nothing.
25:43Then myself is a gather collection.
25:47Then this is now a very small museum.
26:02My grandfather, and my friend, and my karate teacher, and another guy, some presents.
26:09And some is a buy, some is a pay money, some presents.
26:24And some is a many jazza.
26:25Then, and very old, but new.
26:31But old is much better in museum.
26:33Because traditional, and traditional, and karate, kobudo, itch, hoto, and nunchaku, also
26:40ball, sai, kama, etc.
26:42It's very important.
26:43Then, plus, and grand masters, and grand masters, hoto.
27:04The main street in Naha, Kokusai Street, with 1.6 kilometers of shops, souvenir shops,
27:14cafes, hotels and restaurants, makes for a very lively street.
27:19It is also one of the most popular tourist destinations of Okinawa.
27:24Every Sunday, the street becomes a pedestrian area from noon to 6 p.m., leaving only the passageway
27:30for a special bus.
28:00It is so warm that you put in Korean to 1.6 kilometers of town
28:22to take these totorts, then the door- Heto.
28:27One means of transport in Naha is its monorail, known as Wee Rail.
28:55It departs from Naha Airport and runs to the terminus Shuri, which provides access to the castle grounds.
29:02It takes 30 minutes and 15 stations to go to the airport terminal, and of course, Kokusai Street also has its own station.
29:25Wee Rail
29:31Wee Rail
29:35India is a very
30:05serious practice. Karate is a very important in India. Next, Russia. Russia is many, many strong, very strong. Two countries are very strong. And Canada, USA, also Cuba, another country, everything.
30:22French is a very high-ranking kicker. French karate is very smart because they are very high, is attached to a very high-ranking kick.
30:34Gojo-ryu karate is one that uses capture techniques, projection, key or vital attack points. Sensei Hokama places much importance on flexibility and building muscle during training.
30:51It offers bodybuilding work based on specific weight instruments, but also on techniques he developed for years.
30:58It is important that the karateka reaches a great physical shape and a hardened body.
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35:52Ace!
36:22The greeting is done on the knees in the beginning and end of the course.
36:51One might think that they are done in the same way, but there is a small difference.
36:56Early in the course, the greeting is directed to the master and to the appointed professors or assistant senpai if they are black belts.
37:04So at the end of a course, we add a salutation for students.
37:13The end of the course is the opportunity to have a good time over a meal with the great master.
37:19One way to show that this time of life resembles that of a family rather than just a teacher with their students.
37:26A time of sharing is done with respect and good humor.
37:28The gardens of the Ryukyu Archipelago is an amazing mix of Japanese and Chinese architecture like the Royal Garden Shikini Inn.
37:43It is probably one of the best known of Okinawa.
37:50The 4.2 hectare garden includes a forest with a tropical touch.
37:56Built in 1799 as a secondary residence of the Sho Royal Family, it was completely destroyed during the Battle of Okinawa at the end of the Second World War.
38:15Its restoration began in 1975 and lasted 20 years at an estimated cost of 6.3 million euros.
38:28The Fushuku Inn Garden is smaller than Shikini Inn with 8500 square meters of land.
38:35With its typical architecture, one would almost forget the times in which we are living.
38:40All buildings are made of wood.
38:43All the entrances are facing the four cardinal points.
38:46Each door is a different style and is a traditional Chinese structure.
39:16In the Royal Garden of Shikini Inn is a traditional Japanese house construction.
39:45Each element of this house, built entirely out of wood, follows very strict rules.
39:51The floor is made up entirely of traditional tatami, covering every square inch.
39:57This homemade aspect demands much precision and rigor.
40:01They are made with rice straw, uniform, and tied together with a strong rope of 6 centimeters.
40:08The exterior finish is made with a rice straw mat.
40:11As for banks, they are square and the two longest sides are lined with a wide strip of linen or black cotton.
40:18As for banks, they are crushed and autrely
40:19only one cat.
40:21As for banks, they have a wide range of three different films.
40:23The for banks have the house, they are 노래.
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40:48The halls of traditional Japanese houses are covered with parquet.
41:18The rooms are divided by an opaque sliding screen with a shaft called fusuma, not to be confused
41:25with shoji using lighter paper and allowing light to pass through.
41:41Traditional Japanese kitchens are similar and are usually equipped in the same way, with
41:45one or two gas burners, a grill, a microwave and a small refrigerator.
41:52They are easy to meet the
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42:49As all over Japan, the architectural mixture in Okinawa is striking.
43:02One can quickly switch from typical homes, usually on one floor,
43:06to concrete buildings able to withstand many typhoons.
43:19It's important to see the trees that are from the trees.
43:26Now, human beings have roots here, and you should伸ば them to see the trees.
43:31And you should not see the trees that are the roots of trees.
43:36You should be careful about it.
43:41You know what?
43:43Just a little bit.
43:45I'm not going to give up today.
43:47Even among young people, discipline is already present
43:50and is an integral part of their learning style.
43:53It does not prevent attending classes in a relaxed atmosphere.
44:17The most important is mana.
44:29Mana is no good, for example, no good.
44:32Every sport, every life in the world, education is also the same.
44:39If no good is mana, karate or sport is no good,
44:44then we are very important in the first mana.
45:14Children learn strictness, self-help and discipline during their workouts.
45:32And once again, it is possible to see that their learning is done in very pleasant conditions.
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46:06Karate is a discipline that involves concentration, mind, and breath.
46:13This is notably through a fun game that the teachers teach young children.
46:18The drawing allows children to learn and understand while having fun.
46:22Some try to find out what the teacher will draw before finishing.
46:26After the drawing, he gives the explanation.
46:36They still keep the teacher's shoes.
46:42The teacher will be focused on the chair of having fun.
46:45The teacher will be able to continue the training in the classroom.
46:52You will be able to make fun, right?
46:56The teacher will be able to make fun.
46:59After keeping the teacher's shoes together, they will be able to make fun.
47:04But if it's open, it's not going to be broken.
47:11It's hard to remove the body.
47:14If it's right, it's natural to remove the body.
47:20It's not going to be able to remove the body.
47:25It's not going to be able to do it.
47:32I'm so young
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