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photographs and contemporary technique demonstrations to reveal shotokan’s deadly intent and propose modern practical
applications of such knowledge. Achieve a new level of theoretical understanding and fighting ability by learning Shotokan’s
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The Bible of Karate Bubishi: No other classic work has had as dramatic an impact on the shaping
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passed from master to student in China and later in Okinawa. Now made available to the world in paperback, incorporate its
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