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Dojo Kun

Zen Karate follows the Dojo Kun created by Shotokan Karate-Do Founder and Father of Modern Karate, Gichin Funakoshi (it may have been originated from Sakugawa, an Okinawan Karate enthusiastic during 18th century). This Dojo Kun is recited in every class session.  

 
(in Japanese transliteration

and English Translation)

Hitotsu!Jinkaku kansei ni tsutomuro koto!

Seek Perfection of Character!

Hitotsu! Makoto no michi o mamoru koto! 

Be Faithful!

Hitotsu! Doryuku no seichin o yashinau koto!Endeavor!

Hitotsu! Regi o omonzuru koto!

Respect Others!

Hitotsu! Kekki no yu o imashimuru koto!

Refrain from Violent Behavior!

 

Calligraphy by Master Teruyuki Okazaki

Courtesy:Courtesy of the JKA homepage