


Official JKA Judges Manual – Video Format
The following 3 videos clearly explain the judging methodology expected from judges at JKA Karate tournaments.

The Dojo Kun
一、人格 完成に 努める ことHitotsu! Jinkaku kansei ni tsutomeru kotoFirst! Strive for the perfection of character. 一、誠の道を守ることHitotsu! Makoto no michi wo mamoru kotoFirst! Protect the way

A Brief History of the Japan Karate Association
Originally, the martial art Te (“Hand”) developed in Okinawa as a system of self-defense. Due to Okinawa’s frequent contact and exchange with China, it is