Ikigai — Purpose for Living 生き甲斐
To have a purpose for living is the true measure of a satisfied and rich life; rather than striving for happiness, strive for purpose.
Goju — Hard/Soft 剛柔
The last shodo lecture of 2022 reprises one of the most fundamental concepts in karatedo: the duality of karate, life, and the universe.
Nintai — Indomitable Persistance 忍耐
Indomitable persistence is the engine of karatedo.
Ren ma — Constant Polishing 錬磨
One of the fundamental goals of training in karatedo is to continually improve ourselves.
Gassho — Deep Appreciation 合掌
Deep appreciation is one of the core tenets of karatedo.