The heart of our karate is real fighting.There can be no proof without real fighting. Without proof there is no trust. Without trust there is no respect. This is a definition in the world of martial arts.

A man who understands decorum and the courtesies is a great treasure; I hope to train and send into society as many such men as I can.

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

Always remember that the true meaning of Budo is that soft overcomes hard, small overcomes large.

Subjecting yourself to vigourous training is more for the sake of forging a resolute spirit that can vanquish the self than it is for developing a strong body.

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.

Behind each triumph are new peaks to be conquered.