Aspirations must be pure and free of selfishness. Arising from the depths of the soul, aspirations are spiritual demands penetrating all of a human life and making it possible for a person to die for their sake. A person without aspirations is like a ship without a rudder or a horse without a bridle. Aspirations give consistent order to life.

I have not permitted myself to be ignorant of any martial art that exists. Why? Such ignorance is a disgrace to someone who follows the path of the martial arts.

One becomes a beginner after 1000 days of training. One becomes a master after 10,000 days of practice.

As far as possible, I want nothing more than to don my training gi and teach Karate.

It is possible for even the smallest of accolades of achievement to be truly worthwhile without tears and toil?

Sice Karate exists for cultivating the spirit and training the body, it must be a moral way surpassing mere techniques.

Human beings are capable of virtually limitless degradation; they are also capable of virtually limitless improvement and achievement. Success depends on goals and on diligence in pursuing them.