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Founder Anko Itosu
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1830
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Born in Gibo, Shuri, Okinawa.
Studied Karate from childhood under Master Sokon Matsumura and Master Kosaku Matsumora. |
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1879
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After the abolition of feudal domains clans and establishment of prefectures, he devoted himself to teaching Karate. |
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1901
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Taught Karate as part of the physical education curriculum of P.E. at Shuri Elementary School. This was the first step in the popularization of Karate. |
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1905
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He actively taught Karate at 1st Okinawa Prefectural High School and Teacher Training School as a part-time teacher. |
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1908
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At the age of 77, he wrote "Karate Juka-jo" in October. |
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1915
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Passed away on 26th January at the age of 85. |
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1964
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A monument to Master Anko Itosu was erected in a cemetery on August 30th. |
