Sanchin kata with its open hands is an important aspect of uechi-ryu, but the conditioning practices are what sets uechi apart. The breathing in uechiryu is deeper and done more towards the ground. Goju-ryu may be said to be a sister style, but it is a completely different style onto itself.by practicing and even casual observation, one may easily see the Chinese influence which are evident in such kung-fu styles as White-xi eyebrow. BEHZAD AHMADI, SOKE
SHISHIRYU KARATE-DO

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