Bill Stewart performing a side kick in a Kyokushin karate gi and black belt, with Texas-themed artwork, Kyokushin kanji, and the Texas Kyokushin Karate Stewart Dojo emblem.

Kyokushin Karate Blog

Bill Stewart performing a side kick in a Kyokushin karate gi and black belt, with Texas-themed artwork, Kyokushin kanji, and the Texas Kyokushin Karate Stewart Dojo emblem.

Kyokushin Karate Blog

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Mas Oyama Quotes: Wisdom from the Founder of Kyokushin Karate

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Sosai Masutatsu Oyama (1923–1994) was more than the founder of Kyokushin Karate. He was also a teacher, philosopher, and lifelong student of Budo. These Mas Oyama quotes continue to inspire karateka around the world. Below are a collection of his quotes

Mas Oyama quote about perseverance – Keep pushing Osu – photo of Kyokushin black belt

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