Rest in Peace Shihan Koyama
On behalf of the Koyama family, JKA WF America, Mr. Afkahmi, Nagatomo Sensei, and myself, we sincerely thank everyone who attended Master Koyama’s Zoom memorial service. A special thank you…
Read MoreBe a Humble Leader
By Shojiro Koyama: Martial Arts typically brings to mind technical development, and this is how many operate. But the Japanese traditional culture of “Bushido” or “Budo” follows two (2) paths:…
Read MoreThank You Naka Sensei for the Phenomenal Seminar!
JKA WF America would like to thank all those that participated in the Sensei Naka seminar this past Saturday. A special thank you to Sensei Naka for providing a fantastic…
Read MoreWhat is Karate? By: Shojiro Koyama
WHAT IS KARATE By: Shojiro Koyama Translated by J. Ondrusek One grandparent of karate originates in the life-or-death environment of the front line of warfare. It was a systematized collection…
Read MoreThe Concept of Japanese Karate
By: Shojiro Koyama In 1922 Karate was introduced in Tokyo by Gichin Funakoshi of Okinawa. Funakoshi’s Karate inherits the spirit of “Mind and Technique” embodied in other martial arts which…
Read More2004 Interview with Master Koyama
A Brief Interview with Master Shojiro Koyama, Chairman Western States Karate Championship Association Q: What are the most important points of your teaching philosophy? A: For me, karate is a…
Read MoreNow Offering Outside Karate Classes for Kids
We are proud to announce that we are now offering outdoor karate classes for kids! Classes are throughout February & March on Wednesdays. Beginner’s classes start at 4:30pm and Advanced…
Read More2nd JKA WF America Virtual Kata Championships
Results for the 2nd JKA•WF AMERICA Virtual Kata Championships held November 21, 2020. Congratulations to all the competitors, staff, instructors for supporting this outstanding event.
Read MoreOutside Saturday Morning Karate Class
Outstanding Spirit & Great Turnout Today! JKA of Arizona Outside Saturday Class at 6:30 AM • Youth & Adults. Oss…Chuck Coburn In the covered parking lot, train 8ft plus apart,…
Read MoreJapan Karate Association Logo / Emblem
JKA Logo – Inyo Japan Karate Association emblem or logo is called “Inyo”. The white and red circles represent the Japanese Yin-Yan.
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