About Wado Ryu

What is Wado-Ryu?

Wado-Ryu ("Way of Peace") was founded in 1934 by Hironori Ōtsuka, blending traditional Okinawan karate with Japanese jujutsu movement.

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Natural Movement

Fluid, relaxed body shifting

Tai Sabaki

Evade & counter – not just block

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Harmony

Win without fighting when possible

"The ultimate aim of karate lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of character."