空手 - Meaning, Pronunciation, and Cultural Significance of "Empty Hand" #2298972 (License: Personal Use)

This image displays the Chinese characters 空手 (kōng shǒu), pronounced *kōshu* in Japanese as *karate*, denoting unarmed fighting techniques. Rendered in bold, traditional calligraphic style, the strokes convey strength and precision, reflecting the discipline inherent in martial arts practice. Though originating in Chinese martial contexts, the term became globally associated with Okinawan and Japanese karate systems.

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