On Sunday, January 12th, a New Year’s Budō Ceremony marking the beginning of training (“Budō Hajime”) was held at the Okinawa Prefectural Budokan Arena, hosted by the Okinawa Prefecture Budō Liaison Council (hereafter referred to as "the Council") and the Okinawa Prefectural Budokan.
Demonstrations by black-belt practitioners from nine organizations affiliated with the Council were performed.
If you are planning a visit to Okinawa, be sure to check the karate-related events calendar as well as Okinawa event calendar beforehand. Timing your trip with various events of your interest will allow you to make the most of your stay in Okinawa.