Inner mental technique is more important than the physical one.

When two tigers fight, one is certain to be maimed, and one to die.

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.

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

Don't pretend to be a great master and don't try to show off your strength.

In time of grave public crisis, one must have the courage to face a million and one opponents.

You may train for a long time, but if you merely move your hands and feet and jump up and down like a puppet, learning karate is not very different from learning a dance. You will never have reached the heart of the matter; you will have failed to grasp the quintessence of karate-do.