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Dojo Kun
The following are the general rules of the dojo.
The dojo kun is said to have been created by Master Gichin Funakoshi (father of modern karate), and
some think that it may have been created by the Sakugawa, an 18th century karate enthusiast who lived
in Okinawa. The overall purpose of the dojo kun is to give students a starting point to study
Shotokan karate.
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Hitotsu! Jinkaku kansei ni tsutomuro koto!
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(One! To Strive for the Perfection of Character!)
(Seek Perfection of Character!)
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| Hitotsu! Makoto no michi o mamoru koto!
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(One! To Defend the Paths of Truth!)
(Be Faithful!)
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| Hitotsu! Doryuku no seichin o yashinau koto!
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(One! To Foster the Spirit of Effort!)
(Endeavor!)
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| Hitotsu! Regi o omonzuru koto!
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(One! To Honor the Principles of Etiquette!)
(Respect Others!)
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| Hitotsu! Kekki no yu o imashimuru koto!
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(One! To Guard against Impetuous Courage!)
(Refrain from Violent Behavior!)
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