Japan Karate Association-Kerala

Warm greetings from Kerala, God's Own Country! ❇️

We are delighted to welcome the esteemed Yuko Hirayama Shihan, 7th Dan of the Japan Karate Association Headquarters 🇯🇵, to the Japan Karate Association Kerala Karate Technical Seminars in Mananthavady, Wayanad and Triprayar, Thrissur on 10th and 11th January respectively.

Joining Shihan are Somnath Palchowdhury Sensei, Chairman of the JKAWF INDIA 🇮🇳; Ameer Adukkattil Sensei, Chairman of the JKA Shotokan Karate Club, UAE 🇦🇪; and our cherished friends from JKAWF INDIA Karnataka and JKAWF INDIA Tamilnadu.

Together we look forward to a wonderful weekend of authentic JKA Shotokan Karate training, shared passion, and lasting camaraderie. May the spirit of JKA Karate unite us all!
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Calling all JKA members/practitioners of Kerala and neighbouring states! 🎯

Don't miss the opportunity to train with the world-renowned Japanese instructor, YUKO HIRAYAMA Shihan (7th Dan/JKA HQ)! 🙏

You have the option to train with Yuko Hirayama Shihan in Wayanad on January 10th, 2026, or in Thrissur on January 11th, 2026, or attend both sessions to maximize the benefits of Hirayama Shihan's visit to Kerala. 🌟

Enhance your skills and learn from the best! 💪

JKA Dan (1st - 4th Dan) and JKA Licence Exams (Upto Instructor C / Judge C / Examiner C) are exclusively for JKAWF INDIA selected candidates.

Register now and be a part of this unforgettable experience! 🔥

Please feel free to Call/WhatsApp Japan Karate Association Kerala (Regd) Instructors for more details. 🫱🏻‍🫲🏼

🎉🏅 **Congratulations to Our JKA WF India Champions!** 🥋✨

We are thrilled to announce that our talented junior boys team has secured a **Bronze Medal** at the **KIO National Karate Championship** held in Dehradun, Uttarakhand!

A huge thank you to our dedicated instructor **Jibin Lal Sensei** and the amazing **JKA Thrissur Team** for their unwavering support and guidance. Your hard work and commitment have truly paid off!

Let’s celebrate this incredible achievement together! 🇮🇳💪

Historic JKA Karate Event in Wayanad, Kerala:

For the first time, renowned JKA instructor YUKO HIRAYAMA Shihan, 7th Dan from Tokyo, will visit Wayanad on January 10, 2026. This esteemed Japanese karate expert will lead a seminar, sharing insights into traditional JKA Karate and its benefits, rooted in Bushido principles.

Special Session for Parents:

Hirayama Shihan will also discuss the advantages of JKA Karate training for female students, providing valuable perspectives for parents.

Opportunity for Local Karate-ka:

All JKA and Shotokan karate practitioners in the district are invited to attend this prestigious event. Interested participants can contact us to secure their spot.

Organisers:
JKA WAYANAD & JAPAN KARATE ASSOCIATION KERALA (branch of JKAWF INDIA)
Sanil KS @ +91 99217 94948
Ravish KC @ +91 79074 87731

Thanks to the students/members and parents of the participating karate-ka of Wayanad district for your overwhelming response. Thanks to the Association Instructors of Wayanad Biju Mariyam Antony Sensei, Sanil KS Sensei and Ravish KC Sensei for being wonderful hosts.
We are looking forward to seeing you again soon.

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🌟 **Day 1 Recap: Japan Karate Association Kerala (JKAWF INDIA) State Camp** 🌟

What an incredible first day at the JKA Kerala State Camp in beautiful Mananthavady, Wayanad! 🥋✨

A huge thank you to JKA Kerala Instructors for organizing this amazing event and to JKA Wayanad for being such gracious hosts. The energy, dedication, and passion from all participants are truly inspiring! 💪

A special shoutout to Somnath Palchowdhury Sensei and Ameer Sensei for leading a fantastic class! Your guidance, care and expertise to the 100 or so KYU grades made this day even more memorable. 🙏

Looking forward to more enriching training sessions, friendships, and unforgettable moments over the coming days. Let’s keep pushing our limits together!

Join us for an unforgettable weekend of karate training in breathtaking Wayanad, Kerala! We warmly invite all JKAWF INDIA instructors from across the country to come together, train, and connect in God's own country.

Expect inspiring sessions, heartfelt hospitality, and lifelong memories. For more details, kindly reach out to Biju Antony Sensei.

We have started enrollment for the JKAWF INDIA Keiko Hajime 2025 (first training of the year 2025) with TATSURO IGARASHI Sensei, JKA World Kumite Silver Medalist of this year 2024.

Date: 7 January 2025
Venue: TSGA Indoor Stadium, Thriprayar, Thrissur
Hosted by: JKA Thrissur
Supported by: Japan Karate Association Kerala
Approved by: JKAWF INDIA & JKA HQ

TENTATIVE ITINERARY

7 JANUARY 2025

2 pm: Reporting
2:30 pm: Inauguration Ceremony

3 pm to 4 pm: 1st Seminar
4 pm to 5 pm 2nd Seminar
5 pm to 5:30 pm: Photo Session
5:45 pm to 6:15 pm: DAN Test

Please contact JIBINLAL NS Sensei at 95442 92255 or any JKAWF INDIA association instructors in Kerala for more details. OSS!

THE JAPAN KARATE ASSOCIATION - KERALA wishing everyone in Kerala A VERY HAPPY ONAM !!!! OSS !!!