Home

Are You Passionate About Martial Arts!
History and Culture?
If so, you’re in the Right Place!

Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen

Hi, I’m Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen

Martial Arts Researcher
Author and Blogger

Jissen Karate

The Bubishi – Part 1

Bubishi - The classic manual of combat. The origin of the Bubishi. The Bubishi is a classical Chinese martial arts manual that holds significant importance in the realm of Okinawan ...

The history of Japan’s mythical lion dogs, known as shisa

The history of Japan's mythical lion dogs, known as shisa, is rooted in Okinawan folklore and cultural traditions. Shisa is often depicted as a pair of lion-like creatures, with one ...

The Ancient Origins and Evolution of Karate

Karate, a martial art that has captured the imaginations of millions worldwide, has a rich history that dates back centuries. Originating in the ancient civilizations of China before finding their ...