Kosho-Ryu Mitose
古松流拳法
Welcome to the Kosho-Ryu Mitose website.
This is the oficial web site for the martial art of Kosho-Ryu Kenpo and has been constructed as a source of information about this art.
The Mitose’s International Kosho-Ryu Kenpo Association is dedicated to the study of the philosophy and techniques of the Mitose family’s Kosho-Ryu Kenpo system, as well as the exploration of an individual’s unique style.
Our Legacy
From Soke Thomas Barro Mitose
Twenty-Second Descendant Founder and Great Grandmaster
In 1963, Soke Thomas Barro Mitose, son of Grand Master James M. Mitose, who was already a 1st Dan black belt in Kajukenbo under Joe Halbuna, began training with his father, and since then has been learning Kosho-Ryu Kenpo from him.
On March 26, 1981, Grand Master James M. Mitose passed away, and his son, Soke Thomas Barro Mitose, succeeded him as the 22nd descendant of the Mitose clan and head of all Kosho-Ryu Kenpo schools since then.
History
The Mitose’s International Kosho-Ryu Kenpo Association is dedicated to the study of the philosophy and techniques of the Mitose family’s Kosho-Ryu Kenpo system, as well as the exploration of an individual’s unique style.
The mission of the Mitose’s International Kosho-Ryu Kenpo Association is to develop, research, promote, and enhance the teaching of all styles and philosophies of Kosho-Ryu Kenpo, fostering personal growth and the physical, mental, and spiritual health benefits derived from practicing this discipline. Additionally, it aims to promote Kosho-Ryu Kenpo events and activities.
Ko means old
Sho means pine tree
Ryu means school
Our Philosophy
“Is there any higher form of true self-defense than one of peace and harmony?”
Kosho Ryu is an art of self-defense practices from the Far East. Among martial arts that do not use weapons, none surpass or compare to the art of Kenpo. In any civilization, physical confrontations between individuals are sometimes inevitable, and for a person to emerge victorious, self-defense is essential.
Kosho Ryu allows a person to defend themselves with a fist against an aggressive opponent. The power of Kosho Ryu is miraculous and goes beyond what words can explain.
The deepest and truest spirit of Kosho Ryu lies in humility and self-control and must be practiced in accordance with one’s mental awareness and belief in God.
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Events & News
Kosho Ryu Mitose Dojos
The Mitose’s International Kosho-Ryu Kenpo Association preserves the traditions of the Kosho-Ryu Kenpo system, focusing on both technique and philosophy. We encourage students to develop their unique style while staying true to the art’s core principles. Join us to grow both physically and mentally through this time honored martial art.