In the past, it was expected that about three years were required to learn a single kata, and usually even an expert of considerable skill would only know three, or at most five, kata.

Any man will be able, after sufficient practice, to accomplish remarkable feats of strength, but he may go only so far and no farther. There is a limit to human physical strength that no one can exceed.

Seek perfection of character. Be faithful. Endeavor. Respect others. Refrain from violent behaviour.

Inner mental technique is more important than the physical one.

The secret principle of martial arts is not vanquishing the attacker, but resolving to avoid an encounter before its occurrence. To become an object of an attack is an indication that there was an opening in one's guard, and the important thing is to be on guard at all times.

Karate is like boiling water: without heat, it returns to it's tepid state

Remember that you must always have a deep regard for courtesy, and you must be respectful and obedient toward your seniors.