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.

True karate is this: that in daily life one's mind and body be trained and developed in a spirit of humility, and that in critical times, one be devoted utterly to the cause of justice.

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.

When you leave your home, think that you have numerous opponents waiting for you (it is your behavior that invites trouble from them).

There is no first strike in Karate.

Karate-do strives internally to train the mind to develop a clear conscience, enabling one to face the world honestly, while externally developing strength to the point where one may overcome even ferocious wild animals. Mind and technique become one in true karate.

The spirit of karate practice and the elements of training are applicable to each and every aspect of our daily lives.