Funakoshi Gichin Sensei’s nephew, Giso, recalled a
conversation with his uncle from 1942 during which he explained the reason for
choosing the nom de plume of “Shoto” on reaching maturity. He explained that
during frequent visits to the island of Onoyama, during his childhood, he had
been captivated by the movement of the many pine trees growing there as they
moved gracefully under the influence of the wind. As they swayed back and forth
they seemed to emulate the waves of the ocean, so he chose this for his pen
name, the name 松濤
(“Shoto”, literally ‘Pine Waves’). In regards, please note the extension of
Shotokan kata in the likes of 浪手
(Roshu ‘Wave hands’), 青柳
(Seiryu ‘Blue willow’), 落葉
(Rakuyo ‘Falling leaves’) and others.
My seniors here in Japan, some who have passed and many who
are now elderly have stressed that we (IKS) not only retain the old style of
Shotokan as Budo/Bujutsu, but also embrace and preserve Asai Tetsuhiko Sensei’s
karate in this process. In sum, to make a full unbroken circle back to
Funakoshi Sensei’s “Shotokan” in both philosophy, technique and practical
application.
押忍,
André
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| Concluding my daily 'dojo review practice': October 21st, 2023. |
© André Bertel. Oita City, Japan (2023).
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