--- title: "Authentic Okinawan Shorin-ryu Karate Training in Bengaluru" description: "Train in authentic Shorin-ryu Karate with 7th Dan Kyoshi Suresh Kenichira. Our training connects directly to the Honbu Dojo in Okinawa, Japan. Build discipline today." canonical: https://mytribe.in/osk_federation_of_india/black-belt-advanced-dan-training/the-okinawan-connection-training-at-the-source last_updated: 2025-09-02 --- # Authentic Okinawan Shorin-ryu Karate Training Tribe Verified · Training directly linked to Okinawa's Honbu Dojo By [Suresh Kenichira](https://mytribe.in/osk_federation_of_india) · Advanced training at Dojos in Panduranga Nagar (Bengaluru) & Mandipet (Davanagere) · ₹3,000 per month (estimate) Part of [Black Belt & Advanced Dan Training](https://mytribe.in/osk_federation_of_india/black-belt-advanced-dan-training). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/osk_federation_of_india/black-belt-advanced-dan-training/gallery) Authenticity is the foundation of my practice. I train directly under Hanshi Minoru Nakazato at the Honbu Dojo in Okinawa, bringing the traditional Shorin-ryu curriculum to our students in Bengaluru. ## Photos and videos - ![Receiving my 7th Dan Kyoshi certificate from Hanshi Minoru Nakazato in Okinawa. This rank is a testament to my commitment to the authentic teachings of Shorin-ryu Shorinkan.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ef0ebdbe-f66d-4da8-8903-e4e50a925ca8) - ![Posing with Hanshi Minoru Nakazato after being awarded the 7th Dan certificate. It is an honor to carry forward the lineage he represents.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/90e64fc8-6a08-4c16-82d8-8a5d6bf3f71c) - ![The formal presentation of the Kyoshi Nanadan certificate at the Honbu Dojo. The traditions and etiquette of karate are as important as the physical techniques.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7f38f4e4-d8a7-48df-a23c-bc17a513dba8) - ![With my teacher, Hanshi Minoru Nakazato, at the Shorinkan Honbu Dojo. His guidance has been essential to my journey in karate.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e3bfea08-1148-4bc1-90dc-0612eaf4b6b6) - ![A collage capturing the key moments of my Kyoshi Nanadan examination and certification in Okinawa. Each moment represents a step in a lifelong journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9dd7feb5-7024-4383-9755-e02f7d56e67f) - ![It brings me great pride to see my students, Sensei Loyd Pinto, Senpai Pranav S V, and Senpai Veer Banerjee, receiving their Sandan and Nidan black belts in Okinawa.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b3280537-02d3-4df3-b1b8-584b394c80ef) - ![With Hanshi Minoru Nakazato and my senior students after their successful Dan grading. Their achievement is a reflection of our dojo's high standards.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/552a5419-ca18-4d15-9039-8da9781fb7b1) - ![A formal photograph with my students and our grandmaster in Okinawa, proudly displaying their new Dan certificates.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b536fa40-e914-4147-98cb-db65966bd446) - ![Senpai Pranav S V receiving his Nidan (2nd Dan) certificate from Hanshi Minoru Nakazato. A significant milestone achieved at the home of karate.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/492c2208-7ec3-4220-8500-afbed7dc2e2d) - ![Another shot of Senpai Pranav S V being recognized for his Nidan rank at the Honbu Dojo in Japan.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/68b0f83f-8f1b-43b7-8410-07e82503c3fe) - ![Senpai Veer Banerjee is awarded his Nidan (2nd Dan) black belt certificate in Okinawa, a reward for his persistent training.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7bf86c20-5df4-4492-bb1c-97b0b783154d) - ![A proud moment for our federation as Senpai Veer Banerjee receives his official Dan certification in Japan.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/843e3299-336c-48aa-adc2-d7bc8e20e90b) - ![Sensei Loyd Pinto receives his Sandan (3rd Dan) certificate from Hanshi Minoru Nakazato, marking his advancement to a senior instructor level.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7dbd9a08-b474-47bf-a328-503395f519f6) - ![Another view of Sensei Loyd Pinto's Sandan certification, a great achievement for him and our dojo.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ad34d7a8-ed81-477a-974f-642dddef077c) - ![A group photo of my students after their successful Dan grading examination at the Honbu Dojo in Okinawa.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0bcfa0d7-6cd4-488b-a39f-e1f743f94eef) - ![Practicing Eku (oar) kata at the Shorinkan Honbu Dojo. Training in Okinawa allows for deep immersion in advanced Kobudo.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9f4f6d11-ae25-4d57-92df-838b4885c2a2) - ![A focused stance while training with the Eku. The weapon demands both strength and precision, which we cultivate through dedicated practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0121d3e-e939-4c0d-ac7f-24ebb0beefe1) - ![A senior student demonstrates a strong kamae (stance) with a Bo staff during our training trip to the Honbu Dojo in Okinawa.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e493e6f4-f16f-4ab0-849e-e421bcabb484) - ![The focus and form of a student practicing advanced Bojutsu techniques in the very dojo where these arts were refined.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/40745c77-a96c-4b52-9515-f21200fbf409) - ![Training in Kobudo alongside esteemed masters Maeshiro Sensei, Asato Sensei, and Saijo Sensei at the Honbu Dojo in Okinawa.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b98e86c3-d010-4562-933a-29db2d771d41) - ![A group photo with the Kobudo masters in Okinawa. Learning from them directly is an invaluable experience for me and my students.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/59f79ba2-5ffd-44e0-aee0-b22772521d43) - ![Our OSKFI team with Hanshi Minoru Nakazato at the Honbu Dojo. These trips strengthen our connection to the global Shorin-ryu Shorinkan family.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/59b2985e-17f2-44e7-8fac-66b8d3fb0532) - ![Our students attending a special seminar led by Hanshi Minoru Nakazato during the Okinawa Karate Festival.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a18741b9-3505-4450-8613-b0b7208c0599) - ![Presenting a memento from our Indian federation to Hanshi Minoru Nakazato as a sign of respect and gratitude.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/39eca4d3-b98b-48f9-bc15-55b744543ab0) - ![A senior student presents a plaque to Hanshi Minoru Nakazato at his home dojo in Okinawa, bridging our communities.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7704550-c4b5-4402-bd5b-9d1b3b1a6f13) - ![Sharing gifts with Hanshi Minoru Nakazato and his wife, Hiroko Nakazato. Our relationship is built on mutual respect and a shared love for karate.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b92b17e1-0ab1-48f9-90a9-aeb541860861) - ![A moment of camaraderie with a senior master at the Honbu Dojo, in front of the dojo's weapon rack.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/79c42e2a-c527-4f06-b33a-f0b21708ed7a) - ![Sharing a fist bump, a sign of mutual respect and friendship, with a karate master in Okinawa.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/68904cab-cf00-457f-83a3-8614768dbd8f) - ![With a senior student and a respected Okinawan master. These interactions are vital for passing down the true spirit of karate.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4e260a76-96f1-4e5c-97f8-aae756b60737) - ![Another photo with a student and an Okinawan Sensei, showing the deep connection between generations of martial artists.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cbdabe9a-a291-429f-8605-7b0aa0ce033f) - ![A student pictured with two senior Okinawan masters. This shows the welcoming nature of the Honbu Dojo to dedicated practitioners.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c3848c97-accd-46ec-88f8-81543b17abdc) - ![A student stands with two highly respected red-belted masters at the Honbu Dojo in Okinawa.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4548b631-d95b-44d3-bdc8-800beb96c624) - ![A senior student from our dojo with Hanshi Minoru Nakazato. This direct mentorship is a key part of our advanced training.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f3533fa6-aa1b-410b-80e1-3276a96c8d5c) - ![Posing with the grandmaster is a sign of respect and marks a student's progress on their journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5ce69925-7be3-48d4-827a-53c2def47807) - ![Paying respects at the monument of Shoshin Nagamine, a legendary karate master, in Tomari, Okinawa. Understanding history is key to practicing the art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c61986e9-8c05-42b5-a331-ce25234bc254) - ![Receiving the official poster for the 2nd Okinawa Karate World Junior Tournament from Sensei Kunio Uehara at the Okinawa Karate Kaikan.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c1200b5d-47e2-4262-b2b3-ed7a8a639602) - ![The hands of a seasoned practitioner, conditioned through years of makiwara training, compared to a student's. This shows the physical transformation that comes with dedication.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/97095d8c-2f22-4799-92aa-ef2f1493e346) - ![A close-up of hands that tell a story of decades of training. The calluses are a badge of honor in traditional Okinawan karate.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/21d89180-4678-4985-91a0-a668c6e5db4a) - ![The empty floor of the Shorin-ryu Shorinkan Honbu Dojo in Okinawa. This space is sacred, holding the history and spirit of generations of masters.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/493c3154-10a9-400e-9420-99d38b63449d) - ![Another view of the pristine Honbu Dojo, a place of immense focus, discipline, and martial arts history.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9cd7a790-ea86-4432-a0ed-16451fe43814) ## About The Okinawan Connection: Training at the Source When you train here, you follow a syllabus verified by the Honbu Dojo in Japan. My recent Kyoshi Nanadan (7th Dan) certification is not just a title; it is a commitment to ensuring that every Kata movement I teach here matches the precise techniques practiced at the source in Okinawa. ### Why Lineage Matters In traditional martial arts, the source is everything. Too often, forms are diluted over time, losing their intent and application. My focus is on preserving the integrity of Shorin-ryu Shorinkan. When we talk about our connection to Okinawa, it means there is no guesswork. Every strike, block, and pivot follows the syllabus set by Hanshi Minoru Nakazato. ### Training at the Source I frequently travel to the Honbu Dojo in Okinawa with senior students. This is not just a visit; it is an immersive experience that allows us to correct our techniques and bring back current insights directly from the source. It is where my senior students sit for their Dan gradings, ensuring that their black belt recognition is authentic, registered with the Japan lineage, and recognized globally. ### Your Journey Whether you are a beginner looking for discipline or an advanced practitioner preparing for a Dan rank, you are training in a system that rewards patience and grit. You will not find shortcuts here. You will find hours of conditioning, technical Kata correction, and weapon training with the Bo or Tonfa. This is not about getting a belt quickly; it is about the long-term development of character, confidence, and self-reliance that only consistent, authentic training can provide. ## About Suresh Kenichira I am Shihan Suresh Kenichira, and I have been teaching the traditional way since 1992. I believe that karate is a lifelong journey of self-improvement, and I am here to guide you through it with the same discipline I learned from my teachers in Okinawa. 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