Masutatsu Ōyama
Karateka and founder of Kyokushin Karate
Born
June 4th, 1923
102 years ago
Died
April 26th, 1994
31 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Japan
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Founded Kyokushin Karate, a style known for its emphasis on full contact sparring. Established the first Kyokushin dojo in Japan in 1953, which became a significant institution for karate training. Promoted karate worldwide through demonstrations and tournaments, which drew large audiences. Authored various books on martial arts, greatly influencing martial arts culture.
Founded Kyokushin Karate in 1953
Promoted full contact sparring internationally
Wrote several influential martial arts books
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