Shorin-Ryu

Yoshimasa Kakazu Sensei
Hanshi 10th Dan
Shorin-ryu

Kakazu Sensei Sensei was born in Naha and is 75 years old. The Kenshikai headquarters dojo is located in Uema, Naha City and the dojo will celebrate its 40th anniversary this year. In addition to the dojo in Uema, there are 12 dojos with one…

Takeshi Uema Sensei
Hanshi 7th Dan
Shorin-ryu

From a lineage of Chibana Chōshin, Shiroma Makoto Shige, and Ōshiro Chōjo, Takeshi Uema Sensei has many branches worldwide. It is a well-balanced karate dojo that teaches not only Okinawa Karate but also competition style Karate. Dojo info Dojo Name Shubukan Style Shorin-ryu Area Shuri…

Koei Nohara Sensei
Hanshi 10th Dan
Shorin-ryu

Koei Nohara Sensei’s Dojo is Shorin-ryu style（小林流） that is made by Choshin Chibana. Nohara Sensei currently presides over the largest Ryukyu Karate Kobudo Championship in Okinawa. Nohara Sensei has students all over the world and he frequently spends time throughout the year teaching overseas. Dojo…