The Essence and Core of Shito-ryu Karate - deep understanding of the true nature, technical precision, meaningful application, and more…

Hosted by Shitokai Italia, Budojima

Italy - September 6-7, 2025


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Shitoryu Karate

Pt. 1

Shito-ryu Karate carries the legacy of two masters. Founded in 1931 by Kenwa Mabuni, it blends the core of Okinawan Karate. Mabuni trained under two great teachers and honored them in the style’s name: Shi from Ankō Itosu, who refined powerful kata and spread Karate through education, and Tō from Kanryō Higaonna, the Naha-te master known for strong stances, circular motion, and controlled breathing.

Shitoryu Karate

Pt. 2

Mabuni preserved centuries of tradition while uniting Itosu’s speed and precision with Higaonna’s strength and flow. From the Shuri-te lineage it inherits quick linear techniques and mobile stances. From the Naha-te lineage it gains rooted stances, heavy power, and deep breathing methods. He also drew influence from Master Go Kenki of the White Crane system and from the Tomari-te tradition. The result is a balanced art: speed with power, fluidity with stability.

Shitoryu Karate

Pt. 3

Shito-ryu is famous for its breadth. With more than 50 kata, it serves as a living encyclopedia of Okinawan Karate. Its stances range from low and grounded to high and natural, allowing smooth adaptation for both kata and kumite.

Shitoryu Karate

Pt. 4

Mabuni’s vision continued through his son Kenei Mabuni and masters such as Manzo Iwata, carried forward by Shitokai and the World Shito-ryu Karate Federation. Recognized as one of the four major styles by the Japan Karate-do Federation, Shito-ryu thrives across Europe, the Asia-Pacific, Eurasia, Africa, and the Americas. Its champions excel in both kata and kumite, proving the style’s mix of speed, power, and precision.

Shitoryu Karate

Pt. 5

Breathing in Shito-ryu is more than inhaling and exhaling. Ibuki and Nagare breathing build focus and power, linking mind and body to every technique. Shito-ryu remains a true fusion of Shuri-te and Naha-te, with added influence from White Crane and Tomari-te, keeping Kenwa Mabuni’s legacy alive in traditional, budo, and sport karate worldwide.

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Shitoryu Karate Canada & Shitoryu Karate Quebec present:

Annual Gasshuku, Technical Seminars, Dan & Shidoin Examinations, Dinner Banquet, and SKC National Award Ceremony

May 30–31, 2026
Gatineau, Quebec

Hosted and organized by Shitoryu Karate Quebec, Shihan Larouche

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