Kobudo Archives | KARATE by Jesse

Everyone knows Karate means “empty hand” in Japanese. But did you also know the old masters practi...

It’s time again! My popular webshow “Karate Nerd in Okinawa” is back. After your amazing fee...

Have you ever been nervous before a Karate event? You are not alone! Sleepless nights, extra training sessions...

Boom! After 1 month in Okinawa, I’m finally home again. Although I’ve been to the birthplace of Ka...

Finally… The selection is done! After receiving numerous applications from all over the world, the 2017...

Question: Do you know the difference between Okinawan Karate & Japanese Karate? I didn’t. Until I v...

I know, I know… You probably think I write these articles lying naked on a bearskin rug, feather pen and...

Okinawa… This “mythical” island southwest of Japan, where Karate was born. Wouldn’t it...

When it comes to legendary martial arts masters, there’s not too many to choose from these days. Either ...

BOOM! I woke up with a bang. “OMFG, what’s the time?!” Checking my mobile phone. 5:20. AM. I...

There are many things I still don’t understand when it comes to Okinawan Karate. One being their facili...