{"id":344,"date":"2023-05-18T00:30:08","date_gmt":"2023-05-18T05:30:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dojoscore.com\/?p=344"},"modified":"2023-05-18T00:30:08","modified_gmt":"2023-05-18T05:30:08","slug":"what-is-japanese-karate-called","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dojoscore.com\/what-is-japanese-karate-called\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Japanese Karate called?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Karate, the <strong>martial art that originated in<\/strong> Okinawa, Japan, has gained immense popularity worldwide. Its popularity is such that people often refer to it as &#8220;Japanese Karate.&#8221; But is that what it&#8217;s actually called? In this essay, we&#8217;ll explore the answer to that question.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Japanese Karate Words &amp; Phrases\uff5cPronunciation &amp; Definition Included\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YbNNXeGhRY0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p>Japanese Karate is a popular <strong>martial art that originated in<\/strong> Japan and has gained worldwide recognition. It is a form of self-defense that includes both physical and mental conditioning. One question that often arises among those interested in the martial art is, what is Japanese Karate called? In this response, we will provide an answer to that question.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dojoscore.com\/what-is-japanese-karate-called\/#The_Origins_of_Karate\" title=\"The Origins of Karate\">The Origins of Karate<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dojoscore.com\/what-is-japanese-karate-called\/#The_Evolution_of_Karate\" title=\"The Evolution of Karate\">The Evolution of Karate<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dojoscore.com\/what-is-japanese-karate-called\/#Japanese_Karate\" title=\"Japanese Karate\">Japanese Karate<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dojoscore.com\/what-is-japanese-karate-called\/#Shotokan_Karate\" title=\"Shotokan Karate\">Shotokan Karate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dojoscore.com\/what-is-japanese-karate-called\/#Other_Styles_of_Japanese_Karate\" title=\"Other Styles of Japanese Karate\">Other Styles of Japanese Karate<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dojoscore.com\/what-is-japanese-karate-called\/#FAQs_What_is_Japanese_Karate_called\" title=\"FAQs: What is Japanese Karate called?\">FAQs: What is Japanese Karate called?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dojoscore.com\/what-is-japanese-karate-called\/#What_is_Karate\" title=\"What is Karate?\">What is Karate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dojoscore.com\/what-is-japanese-karate-called\/#What_is_the_Japanese_name_for_Karate\" title=\"What is the Japanese name for Karate?\">What is the Japanese name for Karate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dojoscore.com\/what-is-japanese-karate-called\/#What_are_the_different_styles_of_karate\" title=\"What are the different styles of karate?\">What are the different styles of karate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dojoscore.com\/what-is-japanese-karate-called\/#What_is_Shotokan_Karate\" title=\"What is Shotokan Karate?\">What is Shotokan Karate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dojoscore.com\/what-is-japanese-karate-called\/#What_are_the_benefits_of_practicing_karate\" title=\"What are the benefits of practicing karate?\">What are the benefits of practicing karate?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Origins_of_Karate\"><\/span>The Origins of Karate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To understand the answer, we first need to delve into the origins of Karate. Karate is believed to have originated in Okinawa, a small island in Japan, where it was initially developed as a form of self-defense. In the early days, Karate was primarily practiced by the Okinawan nobility and was known as &#8220;Te,&#8221; which means &#8220;hand.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Evolution_of_Karate\"><\/span>The Evolution of Karate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Over time, &#8220;Te&#8221; evolved and developed into different forms, each with its unique techniques and styles. These different styles of Karate were influenced by various factors, including the region in which they were developed, the teacher who taught them, and the philosophy behind the art.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Japanese_Karate\"><\/span>Japanese Karate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now that we have a basic understanding of the origins of Karate let&#8217;s take a look at the answer to our question: What is Japanese Karate called?<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shotokan_Karate\"><\/span>Shotokan Karate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Shotokan <strong>is one of the most<\/strong> popular forms of Karate in the world, and it is the style that most people refer to when they talk about &#8220;Japanese Karate.&#8221; Shotokan Karate was developed by Gichin Funakoshi, a legendary Karate master, who is widely considered as the father of modern Karate. Shotokan Karate emphasizes strong stances, powerful strikes, and fluid movement, and it has become a popular sport worldwide.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Styles_of_Japanese_Karate\"><\/span>Other Styles of Japanese Karate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While Shotokan Karate is the most popular style of Karate in Japan, it is not the only one. Other styles of Karate that originated in Japan include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Goju-Ryu Karate<\/li>\n<li>Shito-Ryu Karate<\/li>\n<li>Wado-Ryu Karate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each of these styles has its unique techniques and philosophy, and they are all widely practiced in Japan.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_What_is_Japanese_Karate_called\"><\/span>FAQs: What is Japanese Karate called?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Karate\"><\/span>What is Karate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Karate is a popular Japanese martial art that originated from Okinawa. The word &#8220;Karate&#8221; comes from the Japanese characters &#8220;kara&#8221; and &#8220;te,&#8221; which mean &#8220;empty&#8221; and &#8220;hand,&#8221; respectively. Karate is an unarmed combat art that primarily involves striking, punching, kicking, knee and elbow strikes, and open-hand techniques.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Japanese_name_for_Karate\"><\/span>What is the Japanese name for Karate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Japanese name for Karate is &#8220;karate-do,&#8221; which literally means &#8220;the way of the empty hand&#8221;. Karate-do emphasizes the development of a practitioner&#8217;s character and mind, in addition to physical training. It is not just a martial art but also a way of life that involves moral and ethical values, discipline, and self-improvement.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_different_styles_of_karate\"><\/span>What are the different styles of karate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are several styles of Karate, including Shotokan, Goju-ryu, Shito-ryu, Wado-ryu, Kyokushin, and more. Each style has its unique characteristics, techniques, and philosophy. However, all styles of Karate share the same basic principles of respect, discipline, and self-control.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Shotokan_Karate\"><\/span>What is Shotokan Karate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Shotokan Karate <strong>is one of the most<\/strong> popular styles of Karate. It was founded by Gichin Funakoshi in the early 20th century and is named after the pen name he used for his poetry. Shotokan Karate emphasizes strong stances, powerful strikes, and fluid movements. It also emphasizes the development of the character, humility, and respect for others.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_benefits_of_practicing_karate\"><\/span>What are the benefits of practicing karate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Practicing Karate has many benefits, ranging from physical, mental, to spiritual. Physically, Karate can improve flexibility, strength, endurance, agility, and coordination. Mentally, Karate can help practitioners develop focus, discipline, self-confidence, and determination. Spiritually, Karate can foster the development of peace of mind, compassion, and a deeper understanding of oneself and others.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Karate, the martial art that originated in Okinawa, Japan, has gained immense popularity worldwide. Its popularity is such that people often refer to it as &#8220;Japanese Karate.&#8221; But is that what it&#8217;s actually called? In this essay, we&#8217;ll explore the answer to that question. 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