Dojo Kun

Dojo Kun written by Nakayama Sensei of the JKA

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DOJO  KUN

 

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Jinkaku kansei ni tsutomuru koto

Seek perfection of character

This is the ultimate goal of karate. We seek perfection of character from the inside out at every moment of every day of our lives.

Makoto no michi o mamoru koto

Be faithful

o be faithful means to be sincere in everything you do all the time, in whatever you do.

Doryoku no seishin o yashinau koto

Endeavor

Try hard at everything you do and give it one hundred percent.

Reigi o omonzuru koto

Respect others

Showing respect is a sign of humility and always learn something from every person you meet.

Keki no yu o imashimuru koto

Refrain from violent behavior

Control yourself at all times, from within. With an inner calmness and with peace of mind only you can defend yourself.