What is JKF Wado Kai?

 

JKF Wado Kai is the name of the Japanese organisation which practice and promotes Wadoryu karate-do. It traces its foundation back to 1934. The full name is "Japan Karate-do Federation Wado Kai". JKF is the Japanese national sports body for karate (although some karate exists outside of JKF too).    

  

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JKF Wadokai seminar: Shimura sensei and Katsube sensei demonstrating throwing technique. Wado karate includes some throwing techniques which come from its jujutsu heritage.