KANRYO HIGAONNA
(1851 - 1915)

A student of Chinese Kempo Master Liu Liu Ko. Trained in Foochow, China for 3 years. (other accounts say 15 years). Laid the basis for the integration of 'hard & soft' movements. Noted for his powerful Sanchin Kata. With Itosu, the most important 19th century Okinawan Karate Master.

His eminent students include (Shito-Ryu founder) Kenwa Mabuni; Chojun Miyagi; Kangen Toyama; Tatsuo Shimabuku; Juhatsu Kyoda and Seiko Higa.

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