| 1950 |
JKF Goju-kai was established under Gogen Yamaguchi, the first president. |
| April 2, 1972 |
With the establishment of Japan Karatedo Federation, Shozo Ujita Shihan and others modified its organization into JKF Goju-kai. |
| 1973 |
Tournament for paying homage to 20th anniversary of Chojun Miyagi Sensei's death was held in Okinawa. |
| February 1975 |
1st Japan Cup was held in Kyoto. |
| November 1975 |
4 basic Kata Sanchin, Tensho, Saifa and Seiyunchin were decided. |
| 1980 |
The rest of 8 Kata (Gekisai 1 and 2, Shisochin, Sanseiru, Seisan, Seipai, Kururunfa and Suparinpei) were decided. |
| August 21, 1983 |
Tournament for paying homage to 30th anniversary of Chojun Miyagi's death was held in Okinawa. |
| April 1987 |
1st Goju-ryu International Tournament was held in Singapore |
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