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Hajime Kazumi – The Tactical Genius of full-contact Kyokushin Karate and a practitioner of Taikiken. In the world of full-contact karate, few names evoke the same level of reverence and admiration as Hajime Kazumi. Known for his devastatingly precise low kicks, strategic brilliance, and iron-clad composure, Kazumi carved out a legacy that places him among his generation's most elite martial artists. More than just a champion, he was a thinking fighter, a tactician who elevated Kyokushin karate beyond brute strength and into the realm of calculated mastery. At his peak, some considered him the best full-contact fighter in the world — and with good reason. Kazumi’s rise to prominence began in the early 1990s when he started dominating the Kyokushin karate tournament scene. Unlike many of his peers who relied heavily on explosive power or relentless aggression, Kazumi approached each match with an analytical mind. He studied his opponents, anticipated their movements, and struck with precision. It was this intelligent approach that helped him consistently reach the finals of virtually every tournament he entered for over a decade — a feat almost unheard of in the unforgiving world of full-contact karate. One of the most distinctive aspects of Kazumi’s fighting style was his mastery of the low kick. While many fighters incorporated low kicks into their arsenal, Kazumi’s were different — faster, sharper, and strategically lethal. He didn't just throw low kicks; he placed them. Often targeting the thigh or knee, Kazumi’s kicks would break down even the most durable opponents, compromising their movement and draining their energy. It was not uncommon for fighters to crumble after absorbing just a few of these crushing blows. His ability to dismantle opponents from the ground up was nothing short of surgical. But there was more to Kazumi than just his Kyokushin prowess. A lesser-known but equally significant aspect of his martial journey is his deep study of Taikiken, a Chinese-influenced internal martial art. Taikiken emphasizes internal energy (or ki), rooted stances, and relaxed but explosive movement. It is not flashy, but it’s incredibly effective when integrated correctly. Kazumi seamlessly blended the subtle, almost meditative movements of Taikiken with the hard-hitting realism of Kyokushin, creating a unique hybrid style that set him apart from his contemporaries. His footwork became more fluid, his balance impeccable, and his strikes even more efficient. This internal-external harmony made him a difficult puzzle to solve for even the most experienced fighters. Kazumi’s accomplishments speak volumes. He was the All Japan Champion, a frequent finalist and runner-up in the World Open Tournaments, and earned his spot in the upper echelon of full-contact karate legends. Perhaps more impressively, he achieved this consistency not by overpowering his way through brackets but by outsmarting and outmaneuvering everyone in his path. One of the most iconic moments in his career came in the 1999 World Open Karate Tournament. By then, he had already become a veteran in the sport, with younger, hungrier fighters gunning for him. Yet, Kazumi once again reached the finals, showcasing not only his undiminished skill but also his remarkable longevity. Though he placed second, his performance solidified what many already believed — that Hajime Kazumi was one of the greatest fighters in the history of Kyokushin karate. In the years since retiring from active competition, Kazumi has continued to contribute to martial arts through teaching and mentoring. His deep understanding of both physical technique and internal development makes him a treasured resource in the martial arts world. He has also evolved his personal style into what some refer to as the Kazumi Do, a blend of Kyokushin roots with internal arts and spiritual philosophy — a testament to his lifelong commitment to growth.
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Karate Chronicles: From The Dojo to Success - Unleashing The Warrior Wit...
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Spice Up the Beat #mastershawarma #cartoon #karatemaster #spicymoves
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It is all about Practice! #karate #karatequote #quotes #instaquote #kyokushin #masoyama #karatemaster #shotokan #gojuryu #shitoryu #mindset #fontana #fontanaca #fontanacalifornia #fontanakarate #fontanamartialarts #fontanadojo #fontanashotokan #claycombkarate (at CLAYCOMB ACADEMY OF MARTIAL ARTS - FONTANA KARATE CLUB) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bn8STT6jRT_/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1h55mt4a62buz
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Souvenir received by shihan bashir butt #karatelover #karatetokyo2020 #karatefight #karatecombat #karate #karatê #karaté #karatesamen #karatekid #karatedo #karatelife #karatetraining #karatetraining #karatelove #karategirl #karateshotokan #karatetradicional #karatemaster #karatebrasil #karatetechniques #wskf #wkfkarate https://www.instagram.com/p/CbjepNbP8qf/?utm_medium=tumblr
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Ossss!!!🥋Think of everyday life as Karate training☀️ Francesco Bellissimo’s Basic Karate lesson in Shibuya with Mrs.International friends😂押忍!精神と身体を鍛えましょう👍 Fantastica lezione di karate per principianti. Grazie a tutte le partecipanti❤️🙏 #ベリッシモ #料理研究家 #francescobellissimo #karate #karatemaster #karatedastrada #空手 #空手家 #空手道 #空手術 #武道 #格闘技 #mma #artoffighting #護身術 #ミセスインターナショナル #ミスインターナショナル #美人 #美女 #芸能人 #blackbelt #selfdefense #美ボディ空手 #ダイエット #女子力 #女子力アップ #渋谷 #shibuya #karatedojo #japanesegirl (at Shibuya, Tokyo) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRLu6yzsfqN/?utm_medium=tumblr
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“You must not fight too often with one enemy, or you will teach him all your art of war” Napoleon Bonaparte. #karate #karatekid #karategirl #karateokinawa #karatekicks #karatetraining #karatetrainingcamp #karatelife #instakarate #karatelove #karatemaster #karateworld @achieveandcherish http://www.achieveandcherish.com/ (at Achieve and Cherish) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0BnuXrn6nP/?igshid=1e1rv2o6gu6i0
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The Battles of Kyokushin Masutatsu Oyama, Yasuda Eiji, Kenichi Sawai Taikiken, a Hidden Path of Budo
A story I never heard in person, but it is worth sharing! In the golden age of martial arts, long before the spotlight of YouTube and highlight reels, there lived warriors whose fists were legends and whose discipline shaped the very meaning of "Budo." This is not just a tale of karate and combat—it is the story of the path, the pain, the precision, and the philosophy that forged men like Masutatsu Oyama, Yasuda Eiji, and Kenichi Sawai. We often hear about modern matches—flashy kicks, cage knockouts, spinning heel kicks, viral reels. But hidden beneath those fleeting moments is something deeper: the true essence of martial mastery. What made Mas Oyama punch through bulls and break bones with a calm breath? What made Yasuda Eiji’s encounters feel like fate itself was intervening? What made Sawai Kenichi’s Taikiken—a form of internal martial strength—unshakable even before the strike? These men didn’t chase fame. They didn’t fight for likes. They walked the quiet, relentless path of Budo—the Way of the Warrior. Masutatsu Oyama—the founder of Kyokushin Karate—trained in the mountains, his hands becoming weapons through years of isolation, smashing rocks and forging spirit. He once said, “The mind is the most powerful weapon.” His mythical 100-man Kumite wasn’t just physical endurance—it was spiritual purification. He fought not for dominance, but for truth. Yasuda Eiji, though less known, carried the soul of the warrior. His battles weren’t always in rings but in the way he lived—walking with a calm ferocity, rooted in traditional Bushido but infused with modern insight. He reminded us that power without presence is nothing. And then there's Kenichi Sawai, the bridge between Chinese internal martial arts and Japanese spirit. A student of Wang Xiang Zhai and creator of Taikiken, Sawai taught that true power does not scream—it whispers. It moves when nothing moves. He influenced Oyama, mentored quietly, and lived in the shadows of giants while being one himself. What unites them all? Simplicity. Timing. Resolve. Simplicity: Not in technique, but in intention. A straight punch, when delivered with pure will and perfect form, can end any fight. Timing: Not reacting fast—but responding right. Waiting, breathing, striking with the universe’s rhythm. Resolve: To never retreat. To fight when it hurts. To rise when your body fails—because your spirit doesn’t. Lessons from the Path of Budo: Power is not in the fist. It is in the silence before the strike. Victory is not in defeating others. It is in conquering the self. The greatest fights are not on mats—but in the everyday moments, we choose discipline over comfort. This is a tribute to the forgotten truths of martial arts. A call to those who seek more than belts and trophies. If you walk the path—or are called to it—this story is for you. Osu.
#Kyokushin#MasutatsuOyama#KenichiSawai#Taikiken#YasudaEiji#Karate#Budo#MartialArts#TaikiShiseiKenpo#JapaneseMartialArts#Bushido#KarateHistory#MasOyama#KyokushinKarate#InternalMartialArts#WarriorSpirit#KaratePhilosophy#BudoLessons#MartialArtsLegends#FightingSpirit#KarateMasters#Youtube
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It’s time for probably the most unlucky and underrated Pokemon character in existence. This is Kiyo, also known as the Karate Master (or Karate King) of the Fighting Dojo from Saffron City. The character with the saddest story of his life, if you think about it.
He lost his Gym Leader title, smashed by the Psychics from the neigborly Gym. His role in the Pokemon games includes mostly giving out his Pokemon to the player. After the loss to a 10-year-old, he goes to the remote cave of Mt. Mortar to train in solitude, but loses again (with his Pokemon having downleveled somehow). Then, he goes to Kalos, trying to open a Karate school there but nobody cares and he is forced to turn it into a dance school... Kiyo’s story is the story of failure and disappointment.
Game Freak didn’t even care about him enough to give him a constant name. He is named Kiyo in GSC and HGSS but Koichi in FRLG. And it’s not even a translation error, since his name is inconsistent in Japanese as well (Nobuhiko and Takenori, respectively). I treat “Koichi/Takenori” as an error, but I guess it’s all up to debate.
They basically treat him as an ordinary BlackBelt Trainer, who isn’t important enough to deserve his own personality. Nobody even gives him credit for being a former Gym Leader, as he is omitted from PWT. He just gets referenced here and there...
In order to do him some justice, I’ll list all of Kiyo’s media appearances, in the order matching the pictures shown above:
Pokemon Origins anime appearance (Generation I-based)
Main anime appearance (Generation II-based)
Pokemon Zensho appearance (Generation I-based)
Pokemon 4Koma comics appearance (Generation I-based)
Pocket Monsters (Johto Series) manga appearance (Gen II-based)
Ash & Pikachu manga appearance (anime-based)
Let’s Find Pokemon quiz appearance (Gen II-based)
The problem is that those appearances hardly make him justice, sadly.
In the main anime, he was turned pretty much into a bland “character of the day”, chasing after a troublesome wild Tyrogue. He doesn’t even have any relation to the Fighting Dojo in this canon (in fact, the Saffron Dojo does appear in the anime during the “Kanto Battle Frontier” arc, but has a completely different shihan, named Hamm). In the “Ash & Pikachu” manga, he assumes a similar role.
His PM (aka “The Strange Clefairy”) manga appearance is even more bizarre. In this version, he runs an underground amusement park in the Mt. Mortar but it is completely unsuccessful (yeah, as usual with Kiyo...) as it’s lost competition with a newer, tidier amusement park located in the open air. Red & co. visit his ruined park but have a series of accidents due to its broken infrastructure. Then, Kiyo shows them his aquarium and decides to start... an underwater show, dressed as a mermaid??? Don’t ask, just don’t ask (Bulbapedia also states that the entire scene is an illusion but I think it’s incorrect, I see nothing implying that).
The rest of his appearances are strictly game-based. So yeah, those are all of Kiyo/Koichi’s Pokemon media appearances. Fairly numerous for such a character, I guess. Interesting that despite the number of different media appearances, he never appeared in the PokeSpe manga. I guess Kusaka and Mato/Yamamoto also didn’t care much enough...
So yeah, any Kiyo fans over here?
#pokemon#pokemoncharacter#kiyo#koichi#nobuhiko#takenori#karateking#karatemaster#blackbelt#gymleader#kanto#johto#genI#genII#RGBY#GSC#anime#origins#manga#zensho#4koma#pocketmonsters#ashandpikachu#letsfindpokemon
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IT’S Margarita Monday at the quaint little Mexican joint on Passyunk Ave; who could resist BOTTOMLESS DRINKS? Dee’s barely taken a sip and already she’s laughing. “Wait -- I’m sorry, can you just -- can you just run that by me one more time, you want a WHAT?”
@karatemastered liked this for a starter.
#karatemastered#ⁱ'ᵐ ˢʷᵉᵉᵗ ᵈᵉᵉ ᵃⁿᵈ ᵗʰᵉ ʲᵒᵏᵉ'ˢ ᵒⁿ ᵐᵉ (mainverse)#( i'm taking your thoughts and rolling with them i'm sorry xD )
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OSS . . NEW VIDEO: Wankan – Slow & strong Check it out on YouTube -> Link in Bio . . . . #karate #karatedo #shotokan #howto #learnkarate #karateshotokan #shotokankaratedo #budo #budoka #shotokanmasters #karate1 #kata #dojo #slow #fast #strong #karateka #martialarts #karatefamily #karatemaster #karatelife #karateman #karate4live #karatelove #hangetsu #bunkai #kickpicsllc #kickpics (em Barretos, Sao Paulo) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvuP8xrAfZl/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1q6cns5m07sxu
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A fight of Karate of my son, 8n guidance with his master. #karate #karatekid #karatê #karatemaster #karateislife #karateboxing #martialyoga #martialarts #martialart #martialartslife #mixedmartialarts #martialartsathlete #mindfulyoga #mindfulness #Mindfulliving #mindfulnessmeditation #mindful (at Adwait Yoga & Health Services)
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Kaira gave me a makeover.... I guess I was ugly? Lol #MakeUpArtist #Pilot #Dancer #KarateMaster yup she’s gonna be all of it!!!
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Master of karate. Friendship for everyone. #dayman #karatemaster #cranepose #alingalingwaterfall #bali #indonesia #touristdiego #vsco (at Aling-Aling Waterfall)
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