Dojo Kun

The dojo rules were laid down by the Okinawan Master of Karate, Sakugawa Shungo  in order to remind the students that they should have a strong humble character, both within the dojo, and away from it. He based them on the Chinese dojo kun, which dates back to the time of the monk Bodhidharma.

Hitotsu. Jinkaku kansei ni tsutomeru koto

Seek perfection of character

 

Hitotsu. Makoto no michi o mamoru koto

Be faithful

 

Hitotsu. Doryoku no seishin o yashinau koto

Endeavor to excel

Hitotsu. Reigi o omonjiru koto

Respect others

 

Hitotsu. Kekki no yuu o imashimeru koto

Refrain from violent behavior