Tsuyoshi Uechi 8th dan Isshinryu Karate
Tsuyoshi Uechi, 8th dan master of Isshinryu karate. We photographed him at his dojo in Okinawa City. His preferred weapons for kobudo are sai, which as you might expect, he wields with complete control.
Tsuyoshi Uechi 8th dan Isshinryu Karate
Tsuyoshi Uechi 8th dan Isshinryu Karate
Tsuyoshi Uechi 8th dan Isshinryu Karate
Tsuyoshi Uechi 8th dan Isshinryu Karate
Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
A few shots of the various Koteka worn by men of one tribe at the Goroka Show. I can’t find the name of this tribe in my notes so if anyone knows please tell me!
Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Karate Day Masters Demonstration at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa
After the earlier demonstrations in the shicha-nu-una, the final events of karate day took place in the forecourt of Shuri Castle. Eight of the most senior karate masters in the world each performed a kata. Of the eight, I’ve only photographed Zenpo Shimabukuro sensei which just shows how much further we have to go with the Karate Masters Portrait Project.
Karate Day Masters Demonstration at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa
Karate Day Masters Demonstration at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa
Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa
On Okinawa, October 25th is Karate Day. There have been various events happening all month, but yesterday the main ceremony took place at Shuri Castle.
Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa
As you can imagine, there were a lot of black belts, and quite a few red / white belts worn by the masters of certain karate styles.
Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa
There were a few demonstrations of traditional kata both in groups and alone.
Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa
And some set movement sparring
Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa
Kiyohide Shinjo demonstrated why he’s known as the Okinawan Superman.
Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa
And why he doesn’t need an axe to chop firewood.
Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa
Kowampi Singsing Group, Obura Wanenara District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Three shots of the same boy from the Kowampi tribe. He had this half smile on his face, and was standing amongst a group of women.
Kowampi Singsing Group, Obura Wanenara District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Kowampi Singsing Group, Obura Wanenara District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Nomba Womens Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
I was told that the black skin is done by mixing ash from a wood fire with butter. This is then smeared onto the skin to create the traditional tribal style of the Nomba.
Nomba Womens Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Nomba Womens Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Nomba Womens Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Members of the Eyarokawe tribe had wonderful interesting faces, and their headdresses reminded me of Tina Turner. I believe the tusks in their mouths are from wild boar. The young kid above, would probably win the award for most adorable child in Papua New Guinea.
Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Yoga Instructor Mayumi Fujita
A few studio images for yoga instructor Mayumi Fujita. If you’re looking for yoga lessons in Okinawa, visit her Facebook page.
Yoga Instructor Mayumi Fujita
Yoga Instructor Mayumi Fujita
Yoga Instructor Mayumi Fujita
Owapai Singsing Group, Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
Owapai Singsing Group, Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea
TRAVEL 67 : Chris Willson Photography 