There is no first strike in Karate.

When you are learning a new technique, practice it wholeheartedly until you truly understand it.

The «way», who will pass it on straight and well?

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 correct understanding of Karate and its proper use is Karate-do. One who truly trains in this do [way] and actually understands Karate-do is never easily drawn into a fight.

In battle, do not think that you have to win. Think rather that you do not have to lose.

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