When there are no avenues of escape or one is caught even before any attempt to escape can be made, then for the first time the use of self-defense techniques should be considered. Even at times like these, do not show any intention of attacking, but first let the attacker become careless. At that time attack him concentrating one's whole strength in one blow to a vital point and in the moment of surprise, escape and seek shelter and help.

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.

When you look at life think in terms of karate. But remember that karate is not only karate -- it is life.

Once a kata has been learned, it must be practised repeatedly until it can be applied in an emergency, for knowledge of just the sequence of a kata in karate is useless.

One of the most striking features of karate is that it may be engaged in by anybody, young or old, strong or weak, male or female.

You must ignore the bad and adopt the good.

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