Karate is both  an art and a philosophy, because each person has a different personality, this reflects itself in their interpretation.  Therefore, karate masters founded their own schools, teaching their style or ryu.

Kyokushinkai is the name given to our style.

Meaning of Kyokushinkai

The symbol of Kyokushinkai is the Kanku.

The Kanku is derived from the Kanku Kata, sky gazing form.

In this Kata the hands are raised to scan the sky and the symbol is formed.  The points of the Kanku represent the fingers and imply the ultimates or peaks.  The thick sections, represent the wrists and imply power.  The centre represents infinity, implying depth.  The whole Kanku is based and enclosed by a circle, representing continuity and circular action.

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