Kyokushin & Martial Arts

Minimalist Bushin blog banner explaining the meaning of Osu in Kyokushin Karate.

What Does Osu Mean in Kyokushin Karate?

If you've ever trained in Kyokushin karate, you've probably heard one word more than any other. Osu. Students say it when greeting each other. They answer their instructor with it....

What Does Osu Mean in Kyokushin Karate?

If you've ever trained in Kyokushin karate, you've probably heard one word more than any other. Osu. Students say it when greeting each other. They answer their instructor with it....

Kyokushin kanji

What Does Kyokushin Mean? The Kyokushin Kanji E...

The Kyokushin kanji is one of the most recognisable elements of Kyokushin karate. It can be seen on karate uniforms, dojo walls, certificates and clothing worn by practitioners around the...

What Does Kyokushin Mean? The Kyokushin Kanji E...

The Kyokushin kanji is one of the most recognisable elements of Kyokushin karate. It can be seen on karate uniforms, dojo walls, certificates and clothing worn by practitioners around the...

Kanku symbol

Kyokushin Kanku Symbol: Meaning and Philosophy

The Kanku is one of Kyokushin karate’s most recognisable symbols. Learn where it comes from, what its shape represents, and the philosophy behind it.

Kyokushin Kanku Symbol: Meaning and Philosophy

The Kanku is one of Kyokushin karate’s most recognisable symbols. Learn where it comes from, what its shape represents, and the philosophy behind it.