Learn directly from authentic Okinawan dojosExperience original karate culture and etiquetteUnderstand the roots of modern karateTrain in the same environment as legendary masters

Okinawan Karate

沖縄

Experience the traditions of Okinawa, Japan—the birthplace of karate and one of the world's original Blue Zones.

空手
The Ageshio way
Pillars of Karate + Life

Harmony

調和

Respect

尊敬

Sincerity

誠実

Heart

旅行
Tour

Curating authentic journeys through Okinawa’s martial traditions and everyday living.

Karate group training in an Okinawan dojo hall
Okinawan karate master guiding a student during a group tour training session

Okinawan Group Tour

All-Inclusive Okinawa Karate Experiences. Our Group Tours are fully organised, immersive karate journeys designed for dojos, clubs, and martial arts groups.

We take care of everything so you can focus on training.

後退
Retreat

Private, invitation-style journeys offering exclusive access to Okinawa's masters, dojos and cultural traditions.

VIP Karate Retreat

Designed around your individual goals, our VIP Karate Retreats offer a deeply personal journey into Okinawa’s martial traditions. From private training with respected masters to curated cultural experiences and seamless concierge support, every itinerary is thoughtfully crafted to provide an authentic and unforgettable connection to the birthplace of karate.

Karateka in a low horse stance during a private VIP retreat training session
Karate master in meditation on a rock, Okinawa VIP retreat
経験
Experience
Elders training karate on tatami in a traditional Okinawan dojo
Karateka mid-air performing a jumping kick in gi
Karate History Tour
Traditional Dojo Training
4 Styles Okinawan Karate
Kobudo
Tokyo Tour
Bamboo grove on the path to an Okinawan karate experience
Close-up of a traditional Okinawan tea being poured

Karate Experiences

Step onto the training floor of traditional Okinawan dojos and experience real karate practice with local instructors

Ageshio Japan is a licensed Okinawan travel company creating bespoke journeys into the birthplace of karate. Through trusted relationships with respected masters, traditional dojos and local communities, we offer rare access to the people, philosophy and culture that have shaped Okinawan martial arts for generations.

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Authentic Lineage

Train within a living karate tradition guided by Okinawa’s Grand Masters and their dojos. Our experiences are connected to real karate lineages, ensuring authenticity in every training session.

Portrait of Yusuke Onaga, Okinawan karate master
Yusuke Onaga
Sensei, 7th Dan
Portrait of Hiroshi Akamine, Okinawan karate master
師範
Hiroshi Akamine
Hanshi, 9th Dan
Portrait of Yoshimasa Kakazu, Okinawan karate master
師範
Yoshimasa Kakazu
Hanshi, 10th Dan
Portrait of Takeshi Uema, Okinawan karate master
師範
Takeshi Uema
Hanshi, 7th Dan
Portrait of Haruyoshi Shimabukuro, Okinawan karate master
Haruyoshi Shimabukuro
8th Dan
師範
(Grand Master)
(Master)

Ready to experience Okinawan karate?