2023/09/26

The Okinawa Karatedo Kobudo Distinguished Service Award is being presented by the Ryukyu Shimpo in recognition of outstanding dedication to the preservation and advancement of Okinawa’s esteemed traditional karate.

The 7th Okinawa Karatedo Kobudo Distinguished Service Award recipients are as follows:

1. Asato Nobuhide
– Hanshi 10-dan
– Urasoe Dojo, Uechi-ryu Okinawa Karatedo Kyokai
– Website:  https://www.uechiryu.jp/home.htm

2. Kakazu Yoshimasa 
– Hanshi 10-dan
– President of Okinawa Shorin Ryu Kenshi-Kai Sohonbu
– Website: https://okinawa-karate-navi.com/dojo/detail/97/

3. Shimabukuro Haruyoshi 
– Kyoshi 8-dan
– Vice President of Uechi-ryu Karate-do Kyokai
– Website: https://uechiryukarate.wixsite.com/nahaminami-syubukan

4. Shinjo Kiyohide
– Hanshi 10-dan
– President of Uechi-ryu Karatedo Kenyukai
– Website: https://ukk.okinawa/

5. Taira Sadayuki 
– Kyoshi 8-dan
– President of Okinawa Karatedo Goju-ryukai
– Website: https://okinawa-karate-navi.com/dojo/detail/103/

These esteemed individuals have made significant contributions to ensure the enduring tradition of Okinawan traditional karate for future generations.

Okinawa Traditional Karate will persist in its journey toward achieving its ideal state.