Okinawa Karate Podcast

Sep 27 2024 49 ep. 34 mins 48
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The Okinawa Karate Podcast is the only Karate podcast from the Birthplace of Karate, Okinawa Japan.

Many listeners know that Okinawa is a very small island with a very large heart. This is ever true in the circle of Okinawa Karate. My goal with this podcast is to share some of this beauty with you. 

Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy. 

Best Regards,

Josh Simmers

https://linktr.ee/OkinawaKaratePodcast

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