Masao Kawasoe, 8th Dan: Recollections of a Shotokan Karate Master the Early Years (1945-1975) Matt Baker "My friend

"My friend

Hong Kong trained Wing Chun Master Alan Lamb brings to the public his system of Combat Wing Chun

■ Kumite kata (sparring forms)

each with its own unique techniques and philosophies

Inspired by the challenge posed by the belief that recreating ancient swords with modern technology was impossible

Masao Kawasoe, 8th Dan: Recollections of a Shotokan Karate Master the Early Years (1945-1975) Matt Baker "My friendMASAO KAWASOE, 8th DAN, tells the fascinating story of the first thirty years of the making of a world class karate master. Master Kawasoe began training in Shotokan under Master Katsunori Tsuyama, in 1960, before successfully attaining a JKA black belt from Minoru Miyata, in 1963. Awarded a full karate scholarship to Takushoku University, upon completion of his degree, Master Kawasoe was then invited to attend the prestigious JKA Instructors' Course