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  1. Karate - Wikipedia

    Karate (空手) (/ kəˈrɑːti /; Japanese pronunciation: [kaɾate] ⓘ; Okinawan pronunciation: [kaɾati]), also karate-do (空手道, Karate-dō), is a martial art developed in the Ryukyu Kingdom.

  2. Karate | Origin, Description, & History | Britannica

    Dec 2, 2025 · Karate, unarmed martial-arts discipline employing kicking, striking, and defensive blocking with arms and legs, with an emphasis on concentrating as much of the body’s power …

  3. What is Karate? - Karate of Stanford

    Shotokan Karate is a weaponless martial art developed in Okinawa and Japan that emphasizes power and efficiency in combat. Training is based on the Shotokan trinity: kihon (basics), kata …

  4. What is Karate - Traditional Martial Arts World

    What is Karate? Learn about the history, styles, techniques, and benefits of Karate — a traditional Japanese martial art that builds strength, discipline

  5. World Karate Federation - WKF

    The World Karate Federation aims to promote karate as a sport and to inform about everything related to this activity

  6. Karate: origins, principles, styles, rules and techniques

    Nov 1, 2023 · Karate is a Japanese martial art that focuses on the development of the body and mind. It is characterised by techniques performed with the hands and legs, always …

  7. The Untold Karate History: 7 Secrets Every Martial Artist Must …

    Aug 10, 2025 · Karate originated in Okinawa, blending indigenous fighting techniques with Chinese martial arts influences. The term “karate” evolved from “Chinese hand” to “empty …

  8. Karate | AAU

    Jul 9, 2025 · The AAU was founded in 1888 to establish standards and uniformity in amateur sports. During its early years, the AAU served as a leader in international sport representing …

  9. Karate History: Timeline & How it started - SportsFoundation

    Jan 22, 2024 · As Karate continues to evolve, it remains a unifying force for practitioners across borders, reinforcing its cultural importance and historical roots. To explore the origins and the …

  10. Karate - SportsFoundation

    Jun 25, 2024 · ️ Why We Love Karate: Karate holds a magic that is captivating. It’s not just about displaying powerful kicks and punches, but it instills discipline, respect and self-confidence.