Oyadomari Passai

June 24th, 2006 at 16:02 · Filed Under Karate, Kata and Bunkai · 3 Comments 

Finally, I learnt Oyadomari Passai yesterday. This kata is the oldest kata in Shorin-ryu passed down to Shimabukuro Sensei from Oyadomari Kokan through Chotoku Kyan Sensei. This kata still preserves its traditional essence wrapped in its ancient form.

Having learnt both Shotokan-like and Shito-ryu Bassai-dai, I felt Passai was uneasy at first. After a while, I began to feel its ancient serenity embedded in those powerful techniques of a Leopard and Lion.

There are many techniques in Passai which are powerful and lethal. Many modern version of Bassai has lost its touch. I began to love this kata as I practiced it.

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