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Hironori Ōtsuka standing outdoors in a karate uniform

Hironori Ōtsuka

Hironori Ōtsuka founded Wadō-ryū by developing Karate through his prior study of Shindō Yōshin-ryū jūjutsu and Japanese budō.

Vermilion Romon gate at Kashima Jingu in Ibaraki Prefecture

Kashima Jingu

Kashima Jingu is an ancient Shinto shrine in Ibaraki dedicated to Takemikazuchi, with deep connections to warrior worship, sword traditions, and modern budo facilities.