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Although Karate Is Translated As 'empty Hand' In Modern Times, What Was Its Original Meaning? |
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Answer» The kanji (JAPANESE script) was actually CHANGED by Funakoshi to reflect its modern MEANING of 'empty hand'. Funakoshi's system of karate (Shotokan) was modernized to assist its export outside of Okinawa, and the use of TRADITIONAL karate WEAPONS was removed. Hence the modern meaning, empty hand. The kanji (Japanese script) was actually changed by Funakoshi to reflect its modern meaning of 'empty hand'. Funakoshi's system of karate (Shotokan) was modernized to assist its export outside of Okinawa, and the use of traditional karate weapons was removed. Hence the modern meaning, empty hand. |
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