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In Japanese culture it is customary to show respect by bowing; instead of hand shakes, the Japanese generally bow. This permeated all of their activites so was a part of karate even before it was an established activity.
It is the first rule of the Niju Kun, the 20 precepts of Shotokan, however that first rule applies to all styles;
"Karate begins with respect, and ends with respect."
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What kind of rituals are neeeded in karate?
There are no 'rituals' in karate. There is respect and manners, typically indicated by bowing.
What has the author Bruce A Haines written?
Bruce A. Haines has written: 'Karate's history and traditions' -- subject(s): Karate
Where can you get a karate timeline?
That will depend on what it is you are looking for. If there is a specific style of karate, your organization is probably the best bet. If you are looking for karate in general Mark Bishop's book Okinawan Karate is a good source. Haines Karate's History and Tradition is another source.
How many many karate schools in china?
There are not many karate schools in China. The government there promotes Wushu. Karate is Japanese and the history between the two countries is not good.
Who is alex biamonti?
one of the best karate athletes in history.
What does bowing out for life mean?
Bowing out means to leave and bowing out for life means to leave something permanently.
What is bowing percentage in fabric?
how to get the percentage of bowing fabric
What has the author Luana Metil written?
Luana Metil has written: 'The story of karate' -- subject- s -: Hand-to-hand fighting, Oriental, History, Juvenile literature, Karate, Martial arts
What did karate start as?
The history of Karate is full of uncertainty and mythology. It has been suggested that 1,500 years ago a young buddhist monk (Bodhidharma) invented a method of self-defense that was possibly the original form of Karate during the 5th or 6th Century AD.
What is cultural bowing?
bowing culturaly u idiot what else would it be...god ur stupid
What is a bowing fracture?
A bowing fracture is a fracture that only happens in children where the bone bends but does not break.
What martial art is better Kung Fu or karate?
No martial art is the best. Only those who can master it can be better then another person. Even karate history comes from Chinese martial art.
