j0rge Posted February 2, 2004 Share Posted February 2, 2004 Hello, I was wondering if there are significant differences in the way a kata is performed between Shotokan and Kyokushin Kai styles. Ossu... Just as it is the clear mirror that reflects without distortion, or the quiet valley that echoes a sound, so must one who would study Karate-do purge himself of selfish and evil thoughts, for only with a clear mind and conscience can he understand that which he receives Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockdown Posted February 3, 2004 Share Posted February 3, 2004 yes although the same root kata they will look different. visit your local Kyokushin dojo and watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sho-ju Posted February 3, 2004 Share Posted February 3, 2004 They are most different in kumite, a little in stance and yes, the kata are different. Both have merits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karateka_latino Posted February 4, 2004 Share Posted February 4, 2004 Since Mas Oyama trained in shotokan and Goju Ryu there are Katas from Both karate styles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockdown Posted February 4, 2004 Share Posted February 4, 2004 Since Mas Oyama trained in shotokan and Goju Ryu there are Katas from Both karate styles. this is true. howeer he modified all of them and they do not look quite the same as the origanals. Seipai for example is barely recognizable, while others are more similar. He also made up a couple of his own such as Garyu "Reclining dragon" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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