Literally translated, karate means “empty hand”, which means a majority of the skills we learn are with our hands (and feet). (Karate-D
Karate is a martial art, which is sometimes used as a sport, for self-defense or its principles as a way of life.
04/13/2026
For those who didn't get to see it, here is Nishioka Shihan's celebration of life.
And what a life to celebrate!
Shihan Walter Nishioka's Memorial Service and Video Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
03/20/2026
One of my heroes is gone. Not only was Chuck Norris an incredible martial artist, but also a genuinely decent guy.
The world is a sadder place today.
Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86 Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star, has died in what his family described as a “sudden passing.”
Dear IKL Ohana and friends,
For those who may not have heard, it is with great sadness that I announce the passing of our Shihan, Walter Nishioka. On Sunday, January 11th, he passed peacefully, surrounded by family and friends.
Nishioka Shihan's Celebration of Life is to be held on April 4th, 2026, at the
Hosoi Garden Mortuary, 30 N Kukui St, Honolulu, HI 96817.
Visitation will start at 9:30 AM, and the Service will start at 11:00 AM.
If you would like to send cards or messages of condolence to the Nishioka Family,
Please address them to:
Nadine Nishioka
1363 Hoona St.
Pearl City, HI 96782
If you plan to attend the service, please email Robert your headcount, as there will be food afterward.
Aloha and Mahalo,
Robert Matsush*ta
Administrator, International Karate League,
[email protected]
Dear IKL Ohana and friends,
For those who may not have heard, it is with great sadness that I announce the passing of our Shihan, Walter Nishioka. On Sunday, January 11th, he passed peacefully, surrounded by family and friends.
Nishioka Shihan's Celebration of Life is to be held on April 4th, 2026, at the
Hosoi Garden Mortuary, 30 N Kukui St, Honolulu, HI 96817.
Visitation will start at 9:30 AM, and the Service will start at 11:00 AM.
If you would like to send cards or messages of condolence to the Nishioka Family,
Please address them to:
Nadine Nishioka
1363 Hoona St.
Pearl City, HI 96782
If you plan to attend the service, please email Robert your headcount, as there will be food afterward.
Aloha and Mahalo,
Robert Matsush*ta
Administrator, International Karate League,
To: IKL BOGs, RDs, Dojo Senseis,
Plans are in the making to build the Japanese Cultural Center of Kona. 50 acres have been purchased, located on the Mauka side of highway 11, in Kailua-Kona, across the street from the Mormon Temple that is currently under construction. See attached plans.
Walter Kunitake, of Kona, one of the key organizers in this endeavor, has contacted me and other martial art Senseis, for input on the building of the Dojo (see upper right corner in plans).
Little background: I met Walter over a year ago when he was at a meeting with then Mayor Mitch ROTH, at the Arthur Greenwell Park in Captain Cook. Sensei Jenna and I were teaching Karate at Yano Hall (Captain Cook Dojo) next door and Mayor ROTH stopped by to say Hi. Walter took this brief opportunity to introduce himself and requested a meeting with me at a later time to discuss this subject. This is a follow-up since that first meeting.
He has scheduled this follow-up meeting and site visit for this Friday (1-9-26), at 8 am. He told me I could invite other martial artists to this meeting.
Meet at the gate on the highway. 4WD vehicle is necessary. We can car pool, but you must be on time bc we will lock the gate after everyone arrives. Call me if you are running late. If you cannot make this meeting, more are being scheduled. This meeting should run about two hours, about 8-10:30 am. This is undeveloped land so dress appropriately with good hiking type shoes. Sorry for the short notice, but he just called me yesterday. Mahalo.
Oss!
Shiroma Hanshi
Hedges-Sensei's Edit:
I may get in trouble for this, but the correct name is "Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints". "Mormon" is a derogatory term.
01/06/2026
Stupid s.... stuff... we will NEVER do in my dojo!
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12/20/2025
11/24/2025
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