Kizuna represents the community that is our dojo, and the bonds that we form and nurture with our fellow karateka. But it also represents the greater communities we inhabit outside the dojo.
Kizuna 絆 is community – a powerful foundation for happiness and satisfaction, and a strong driver for finding purpose in life. Whether Kizuna 絆 is a dojo, or a family, or a company or a city, Kizuna 絆 is integral to the happiness and success of all our relationships.
The audio presentation of the shodo lecture, which was delivered by Sensei on March 4th, 2026, is now available.
Kizuna 2026
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BONUS: The lecture notes on Kizuna 絆 are also available:
Kizuna — Community 絆 [edition 2026]
Kizuna represents the community that is our dojo, and the bonds that we form and nurture with our fellow karateka. But it also represents the greater communities we inhabit outside the dojo.
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