Presentation

Kobudô is a martial art from Okinawa, an island in the South of Japan. It means "ancient martial art" but also "Art of spiritual behaviour to fighting".

Using many different weapons, it is based upon ancient arms techniques which were used by fishermen and peasants to fight back Japanese invaders during the 17th century.

These techniques reached us thanks to Master Shinko MATAYOSHI and his son Shinpo and were introduced in France by Master Kenyu CHINEN.

Traditionally Okinawa Kobudô uses 28 different weapons, some which are used more often, like the Nunchaku or the Tonfa.

The club Budo Provence proposes classes for adults and teenagers of any level in Marseille.

Okinawa Kobudô will propose initiations and demonstrations in the Martial Art Space during the whole festival!

More martial arts at South Japan Expo...

Aikibudô Pays d’Aix EC Aikibudô is a powerful and aesthetic Japanese martial art. Discover Aikibudô with the members of this club! ASPTT Marseille ASPTT Marseille is a club for anyone willing to learn Jûdô or Jujitsu, for example. Budô Provence Budô Provence will present Okinawa Kobudô at Japan Expo Sud ! Shotokukan Essential at Japan Expo Sud, the martial arts will be there! Shotokukan will present different kinds of Japanese fencing.