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Two Pechin or Samurai of the Ryukyu Kingdom, now Okinawa, c. 1880.

Ryukyuan Caste System

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Hierarchy in the Ryukyu Kingdom – A Complex Caste System. The Ryukyu Kingdom, a historical gem situated in the captivating landscapes of what is now Okinawa, Japan, was characterized by ...




Muchimi

First of all, let's understand the translation of Muchimi. It comes from the word "mochi" (餅), which means (sticky) rice cake. In standard Japanese, it is pronounced "mochimi," while in…




New photograph of Itosu Ankō

Re-examination of the Itosu Ankō photo Only a few karate masters have had as much influence on karate development as Itosu Ankō (Itosu Yasutsune). He was born in Gibo Village ...

Kung fu styles

Kung Fu is a vast and diverse martial arts system that encompasses a wide range of styles, techniques, and philosophies. While it is challenging to provide an exact number, there ...

The 36 Clans of the Min-People

The families from Min, known as the 36 families from Min (閩人三十六姓), were sent to the Ryukyu Islands (modern-day Okinawa) under the orders of the Ming Chinese Emperor. These families ...




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