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  1. Karate - Wikipedia

    Karate (空手) (/ kəˈrɑːti /; Japanese pronunciation: [kaɾate] ⓘ; Okinawan pronunciation: [kaɾati]), also karate-do (空手道, Karate-dō), is a martial art developed in the Ryukyu Kingdom.

  2. Karate | Origin, Description, & History | Britannica

    Dec 2, 2025 · Karate, unarmed martial-arts discipline employing kicking, striking, and defensive blocking with arms and legs, with an emphasis on concentrating as much of the body’s power …

  3. What is Karate? - Karate of Stanford

    Shotokan Karate is a weaponless martial art developed in Okinawa and Japan that emphasizes power and efficiency in combat. Training is based on the Shotokan trinity: kihon (basics), kata …

  4. How to Understand Basic Karate - wikiHow

    Dec 11, 2025 · Karate is an ancient martial art built around self-defense that originates from Japan and China. It has become extremely popular worldwide, and has many variations. …

  5. Shotokan Karate of America – The original nonprofit organization ...

    Karate practice strengthens the mind, develops composure, a clearer thought process, deeper insight into one’s mental capabilities, and more self-confidence. It strengthens the entire body, …

  6. World Karate Federation - WKF

    The World Karate Federation aims to promote karate as a sport and to inform about everything related to this activity

  7. Karate | AAU

    Jul 9, 2025 · The AAU was founded in 1888 to establish standards and uniformity in amateur sports. During its early years, the AAU served as a leader in international sport representing …

  8. 13 Main Karate Styles and Their Differences - The Karate Blog

    Sep 9, 2023 · Even the basic Karate style that Gichin Funakoshi brought from Okinawa to Japan has morphed into something new. Now, not even 100 years later, various different types of …

  9. A beginner's guide to Karate: What to expect - HeyDojo

    Karate, a renowned martial art that originated in Okinawa, Japan, has captured the interest of millions worldwide. For beginners stepping into the dojo, the journey ahead is both thrilling and …

  10. Karate: History and Origins - Martial Arts History Museum

    Karate is characterized by linear kicking, blocking and punching techniques executed by strong stances. It is an artform that uses powerful movements. The historical origin of martial arts …