Bunkai is the practical application of kata. It’s the essence of traditional Okinawan Karate (唐手) but widely misunderstood.
In this video, Jesse Enkamp (The Karate Nerd) explains his Chinese Kung Fu discovery from exploring the roots of Tode in Fujian, China together with @MonkeyStealsPeach
The key to bunkai is language, and modern Japanese terminology might be our greatest obstacle.
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WARNING: The advice and movements shown in this video are for informational and educational purposes only. Consult a health professional before engaging in any exercise or martial arts program.
Special thanks to Will Wain-Williams from Monkey Steals Peach.
Music credit: Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0 - www.scottbucjkley.com.au