Dōjō Kun 道場訓
The Kyokushin dōjō kun 道場訓 (training hall oath) was written by Mas Oyama with the help of Eiji Yoshikawa, the author of the novel Musashi, which was based on the life and exploits of Miyamoto Musashi, one of Japan's famous Samurai warriors.
The dojo kun is recited at the end of each training session with each line of the dojo kun being said by the most senior student and repeated by the entire class.
Hitotsu, wareware wa, shinshin o renmashi, kakko fubatsu no shingi o kiwameru koto.
We will train our hearts and bodies, for a firm unshaking spirit.
Hitotsu, wareware wa, bu no shinzui o kiwame, ki ni hasshi, kan ni bin naru koto.
We will pursue the true meaning of the martial way, so that in time our senses may be alert.
Hitotsu, wareware wa, shitsujitsu gōken o motte, kokki no seishin o kanyo suru koto.
With true vigour, we will seek to cultivate a spirit of self-denial.
Hitotsu, wareware wa, reisetsu o omonji, chōjō o keishi sobō no furumai o tsutsushimu koto.
We will observe the rules of courtesy, respect our superiors, and refrain from violence.
Hitotsu, wareware wa, shinbutsu o tōtobi, kenjō no bitoku o wasurezaru koto.
We will follow our spiritual principles, and never forget the true virtue of humility.
Hitotsu, wareware wa, chisei to tairyoku to o kōjō sase, koto ni nozonde ayamatazaru koto.
We will look upwards to wisdom and strength, not seeking other desires.
Hitotsu, wareware wa, shōgai no shūgyō o karate no michi ni tsūji, Kyokushin no michi o mattō suru koto.
All our lives, through the discipline of karate, we will seek to fulfill the true meaning of the Kyokushin Way.
21 май 2021
