Budoka

But while the karate men were on their best behavior, it’s interesting to note that their brother budokas in the judo world were creating an awful rumpus.

The budoka facing an opponent in a formal contest might be more inclined to employ correct body shifting, maneuvering for position; being absolutely sure before launching an attack.

Another function of these stories in the learning of Okinawan karate is to give depth and history to the activity you are engaged in, to show what you are pursuing today was pursued by others long ago, and that the challenges you are currently facing were also faced by budoka decades before you were even born.