Choki Motobu
Motobu no Saaru
Legendary Okinawan fighter famous for real-life street bouts and Motobu-ryu karate.
Quick Facts
Date of Birth4/5/1870
Date of Death4/15/1944
Era20th century
Country of Origin
Okinawa (Japan)
Okinawa (Japan)Rank / TitleFounder of Motobu-ryu
Active Years1890–1944
Biography
Choki Motobu was a pragmatic Okinawan master renowned for testing his skills in street challenges. He prioritized close-quarters fighting, aggressive counter-striking, and kata application.