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Books

The Spirit of Okinawan Karate

Signed Copies of Grandmaster Kise’s Autobiography

The Spirit of Okinawan Karate by Hanshi Fusei Kise

The Spirit of Okinawan Karate Extended Throughout the World by Hanshi Fusei Kise, published by the All Okinawa Shorin-Ryu Karate and Kobudo Federation. This is the autobiography of one of Okinawa’s greatest living karate masters. Devoted student of the legendary Hohan Soken, Grandmaster Kise has spent his life teaching traditional Matsumura Shorin-Ryu karate throughout the world. Great historical photos, plus a section illustrating the kata that Grandmaster Kise developed under the guidance of Master Soken. This is a 192-page hard cover book with dust jacket, limited to 2000 numbered copies. First published in Okinawa in 2000, the English language edition was published in 2003. Each copy is personally signed by Grandmaster Kise.

The price is $35 per copy, plus $5 per copy for shipping by priority mail in the US (including APO and FPO) or $12 per copy for air mail shipping to any international address.

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New History of Shorin-Ryu Matsumura Seito

The History of Shorin-Ryu Matsumura Seito by Hanshi Fusei Kise

Okinawa Karate-Do: A Selection of Readings and Documents in the History of Shorin-Ryu Matsumura Seito, published by the Okinawa Shorin-Ryu Matsumura Seito Karate Kobudo Federation. This is the history of the style of karate taught by of one of Okinawa’s greatest living karate masters, Grandmaster Fusei Kise. The development of Suidi (Shuri-te) and Shorin-ryu are examined within the context of Ryukyuan history, and the great masters such as Kusanku, Toudi Sakugawa and Bushi Matsumura are seen in the political, cultural and economic background of their time. The history of Shorin-Ryu Matsumura in the 20th century is presented in two interviews with Master Hohan Soken that were not previously available in English. This history is brought up to the present day through interviews with Grandmaster Kise and his students throughout the world. It is a large format paperback, 8 ½ x 11 inches, 176 pages, limited to 1500 copies. There are over 100 photographs. First published in Okinawa in 2005, the English language edition was just published in May 2008.

The price is $40 per copy, plus $5 per copy for shipping by media mail in the US (including APO and FPO) or $14 per copy for air mail shipping to any international address.

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Archway Books

Books are shipped by OSMKKF through their distributor, Archway Books of Dover, New Hampshire, Orders can be paid by check or money order to

Archway Books 223 Washington St. Dover, NH 03820

For more information, Contact David Meikle at Archway Books. Phone: 603-749-2190. Email: karate@archwaybooks.com


Official Statement by OSMKKF

Official Statement of the OSMKKF regarding the ISMSKF, Jay Gravelle and Greg Lazarus
July 11, 2016

As June 15th, 2016, Grandmaster Fusei Kise, Kaicho Isao Kise, and the OSMKKF (Okinawa Shorinryu Matsumura Orthodox Karate and Kobudo Federation) have no interest in being involved with the ISMSKF, Greg Lazarus or Jay Gravelle as evidenced by the withdrawal of Grandmaster Kise’s support.

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