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General overview of grades
This ladder is not yet attributed to a specific organisation. Federations differ in belt colours and time requirements.
Kobayashi Shorin-ryu Karate, established by Choshin Chibana in 1933 in Okinawa (direct Anko Itosu lineage), is famed for fast, light, and elastic stance transitions. The 10 Kyu and 10 Dan cascade evaluates hip snap acceleration, core kata (Naihanchi 1-3, Pinan 1-5, Passai, Kusanku), and Okinawan Kobudo.