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"A karate do-jo is much more than a place for
physical exercise. It encompasses all aspects of life, from personal
development, competition, achievements and business development to
lifelong friendships and relationships."
Sensei Junki Yoshida. |
| JAPAN KARATE FEDERATION RYOBUKAI N.W. |
 Headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, the Japan
Karate Federation Ryobukai NW is an official affiliate of its parent
dojo in Tokyo, Japan, led by Grand Master Yasuhiro (Takehiro)
Konishi. The organization was originally formed in 1920 and has
successfully maintained the same high standards of discipline and
training upon which Ryobukai was founded.
Old Grandmaster Yasuhiro Konishi referred to his karate as Shindo
Jinen-ryu Karate Jutsu ("godly, natural style, complete empty-handed
way"). Konishi believed that those who walk a morally correct path
in this life naturally follow the divine way.  He further contended
that pure karate training allows one the opportunity to expand their
knowledge and establish the solid foundation necessary to living a
moral life. Konishi's philosophies continue to perservere at the
Japan Karate Federation.
After many years of training karate students and police officers
throughout the Northwest, Chief Instructor Junki Yoshida established
a head dojo in Beaverton, Oregon in 1976. By popular demand, the
Japan Karate Federation has since expanded its classes by opening
karate schools in Portland, Gresham, Hillsboro, Salem, Seattle,
Battleground, Kent, Bellevue, Oxbow, Everett and Auburn, taught by
more than 50 black belt instructors.
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| DOJO KUN |
 The Japan
Karate Federation's dojo kun represents our
own philosophical foundation encompassing the essential ingredients
for maximum development in martial arts training, as well as
business aspirations and personal life.
Be humble and polite.
Be loyal to Karate-Do.
Strive to reach your limits.
Be patient and not discouraged.
Work to develop a healthy mind and body
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| TRAINING PROGRAM |
Karate offers people of all ages and athletic
levels a fun method of exercise to improve and maintain well being -
a unique sport in which an entire family can participate. At JKF, we
take great pride in our students. We strive to provide as much
personal attention as each student needs in order to develop strong
karate skills at the individual's own rate of progress.
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| CLASSES |
 Classes are available to students beginning at age
six. Upon completion of the four-week beginners' class, monthly
tuition allows students to attend as many regular class sessions per
week as desired. Intermediate-Advanced classes include adult and
junior students and all kyu (belts) ranging from white (10th kyu) to
black belt. Information on private instruction and proper class
attire is available upon request.
Beginning Classes
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7pm-8pm
Junior Classes
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 5pm-6pm
Regular Classes
Monday, Wednesday 6pm-7:30pm
Tuesday, Thursday 6pm-7pm
Friday (Kata Class) 6pm-7pm
Saturday 10:30am-11:30am
Women Only Class
Monday 10:30am-11:30am
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| PROMOTION |
 Progressing at each individual's own speed,
students earn higher ranked belts by attending promotions held at
their karate school every other month. Students perform group katas
(memorized karate routines), as well as disciplined kumite (sparring
sessions) with fellow classmates. Their skill and technique is
evaluated on a point system by a panel of black belt instructors.
Kyus at the Japan Karate Federation are ranked as follows:
White • Orange • Blue • Purple • Green • Brown • Black
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| DOJO FOUNDER - JUNKI YOSHIDA |
Junki Yoshida is a 7th degree Black Belt and
founder of the Japan Karate Federation Ryobukai NW. He was born and
raised in Kyoto, Japan where he studied several forms of martial
arts throughout his childhood. Sensei Yoshida immigrated to the
United States in 1968 and earned numerous Free Form and Heavyweight
championships in International Canadian, Northwest and Western
States competitions.
Now, an established leader in the international world of karate,
Sensei Yoshida currently holds such esteemed positions as Class A
Referee for the World Union Karate Organization (governing body of
International Olympic Committee) and Executive Board Member of the
USA National Karate-Do Federation.
Perhaps best known as the founder of the internationally marketed
Mr. Yoshida's® Fine Sauces, Junki Yoshida attributes his business
success to the humble yet determined teachings of karate. Applying
such strong values in the business world led Sensei Yoshida to
establish himself as CEO and Chairman of the Yoshida Group, a
Portland-based conglomerate of 20 diverse companies. In addition to
the benefits of physical development, Sensei Yoshida strongly
contends that the philosophies instilled by Ryobukai are key
elements of growth in a leader, friend, parent and person.
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