空手道 — The Way of the Empty Hand

OKINAWA SHORIN-RYU (MATSUBAYASHI) KARATE-DO

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RYU-KYU KOBUDO BUKENKAN OF INDIA

(World headquarters Okinawa, Japan)

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Bukenkan of India  ·  Authentic Okinawan Tradition Since 1985

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1985Founded in India
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40+Years of Legacy
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6+Active Dojos
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10th DanHighest Rank in India
Golden Jubilee
GOLDEN JUBILEE
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Golden Jubilee High Res
— About the Art

Shorin Ryu Matsubayashi Karate

The art of Karate was developed across the islands of Okinawa. The style which emerged in Shuri came to be known as Shorin Ryu — emphasising speed, breathing, coordination, and internal peace. The Matsubayashi branch was founded by O'Sensei Shoshin Nagamine, one of the most revered karate masters of the 20th century.

Grandmaster Katsuo Shiroma trained directly under O'Sensei Nagamine, and after his passing founded the Bukenkan — meaning "Art Focus School". The Bukenkan Dojo in India is proudly led by Hanshi S. Rajamani, who has practiced Shorin Ryu Karate continuously since 1975.

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Speed & Power

Explosive technique rooted in Shuri-te tradition

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Mind & Spirit

Inner peace through disciplined practice

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Tradition

Unbroken lineage from Okinawan masters

— Chain of Mastery

Our Masters

Hanshi Shoshin Nagamine
10th Dan — Red Belt

Hanshi. Shoshin Nagamine

Founder — Shorinryu Matsubayashi Karate

Hanshi Shoshin Nagamine (1907–1997) founded Shorin Ryu Matsubayashi Karate Do. He studied under Ankichi Arakaki and Chotoku Kyan Sensei. Practicing Karate for 75 of his 90 years, he earned world recognition and served as the first president of the Okinawa Shorin Ryu Karate Association.

  • 10th Dan Red Belt — Okinawa, Japan
  • Founder, Shorinryu Matsubayashi Karate
  • First President, Okinawa Shorin Ryu Karate Association
Hanshi Katsuo Shiroma
10th Dan — Red Belt

Hanshi. Katsuo Shiroma

GrandMaster — Bukenkan Karate

Born in Okinawa, Hanshi Shiroma began training at age 14 under Shimu Masau and became a dedicated pupil of O'Sensei Nagamine. Following his master's passing he founded the Bukenkan — "Art Focus School" — continuing the lineage.

  • 10th Dan Red Belt — Okinawa, Japan
  • GrandMaster — Japan
  • World President, Bukenkan Karate
— Leadership in India
Hanshi S Rajamani
10th Dan — Red Belt

Hanshi. S Rajamani

Chief India

Trained under Hanshi Shiroma in Okinawa. Referee at World Tournaments 2003 & 2009. The first and only 10th Dan Red Belt holder in India, he has built a nationwide network of dojos.

  • 10th Dan Red Belt — Okinawa, Japan
  • Chief India
  • First & Only 10th Dan Red Belt in India
Kyoshi Dr S R Arun
8th Dan — Black Belt

Kyoshi. Dr. S R Arun

All India President & Technical Director

Eldest son of Hanshi S. Rajamani. Participated in World Tournaments and trained at Okinawa HQ in 1997, 2003, 2005 and 2009.

  • 8th Dan Black Belt — Okinawa, Japan
  • All India President
— The Teaching Corps

Our Instructors

— Global Recognition

International Achievements

Russia 2018 Russia 2018 Russia 2018 Russia 2018

Glory on the Global Stage: SIROMITA and HARITHBARAN Shine as Gold Medalists at the 2018 International Karate Tournament, Russia.

Serbia 2019 Serbia 2019 Serbia 2019

Karate Excellence on the Global Stage : Serbia, Europe - 2019 SIROMITA shines with Silver, AARADHANA AND HANISWAR strike Gold, and KULSAM secures Bronze, marking a historic triumph for India in the international arena.

Japan Japan Japan Japan Japan

Okinawa World Karate Tournament, Japan 2022 – Siromita makes history as the first Indian to win Silver at the birthplace of karate and Kobudo, marking a remarkable achievement.

Australia Australia Australia Australia

9th WKC World Karate Championship 2013, Melbourne, Australia – A proud moment for India as our champions showcased exceptional skill and determination on the global stage, earning international recognition and bringing honor to the nation.

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The ultimate aim of Karate-Do lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the character of the participant.
— O'Sensei Shoshin Nagamine, Founder of Shorinryu Matsubayashi Karate
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Contact & Location

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7, Australia Avenue, Injambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Training Hours

Sunday: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM