[IKO　MATSUSHIMA]　INTERNATIONAL KARATE ORGANIZATION KYOKUSHINKAIKAN » Branch News in 2026 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e It searches for true strength of the mind and the body through KYOKUSHIN KARATE. I.K.O.MATSUSHIMA martial arts Karate that progresses to the world is succeeded to, and it contributes to international exchange. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:39:06 +0000 ja hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.0.38 Serbia’s Head Sensei Vojkan Bizic organized the IKO Matsushima European Training Camp from July 1st to July 20th, 2026. http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34800 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34800#comments Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:50:40 +0000 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34800 The camp leader was Shihan Klus Rex. The invited fighting coach was Ifl. Shihan Gyarmati Imre 2xEuropean Champion! Karatekas from ten countries participated in 4 training sessions per day. In addition, there was a judges’ meeting and a discussion of the European situation. The five days were excellently organized and spent in a family atmosphere. Friendships were built and deepened. 10 people from the Hungarian team participated, including my son and his family. Osu! With respect: Shihan Gyarmati Imre

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The trainings were held by Shihan Zsolt Tóth, Shihan Károly Vers, Shihan Vladimir Sekelj and myself. Our Croatian friends also participated in the camp. 16 people from my clubs participated in the event. There was also a judge training in the camp.

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D.O. Shihan Imre Gyarmati

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]]> http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?feed=rss2&p=34790 0 The reports from Panama Branch http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34769 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34769#comments Tue, 11 Aug 2026 02:45:17 +0000 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34769 Our first major activity of the year was the traditional Kagami Biraki 2026, held on January 11th.

Central American Cup 2026 was held in Honduras.

On June 21, 2026, Panama Bustos Dojo proudly organized the Third Edition of the Gojunin Kumite, one of our most demanding and inspiring annual events.

Shihan Jorge Bustos

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]]> http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?feed=rss2&p=34769 0 On June 28, 2026, Panama Bustos Dojo had the honor of participating in the Japan Fair 2026, organized by the Embassy of Japan in Panama at Albrook Mall. http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34764 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34764#comments Tue, 11 Aug 2026 02:27:53 +0000 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34764 On June 28, 2026, Panama Bustos Dojo had the honor of participating in the Japan Fair 2026, organized by the Embassy of Japan in Panama at Albrook Mall.
The event celebrates Japanese culture and attracts thousands of visitors each year. Our dojo participated with an exhibition booth where attendees were able to learn about Kyokushin Karate, as well as a live demonstration on the main stage featuring kihon, kata and kumite performed by our students.
It was an excellent opportunity to promote the philosophy of Kyokushin Karate while continuing to strengthen the cultural ties between Japan and Panama. We are grateful to the Embassy of Japan for including our dojo in such an important celebration of Japanese culture.

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]]> http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?feed=rss2&p=34764 0 Dan & Kyu test was held in Tamilnadu India http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34754 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34754#comments Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:57:50 +0000 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34754 Dan & Kyu test was held in Tamilnadu India.

Branch Chief; K.Rameshkumar

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]]> http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?feed=rss2&p=34754 0 Championship and Seminar was held in Australia http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34748 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34748#comments Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:44:59 +0000 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34748 Championship and Seminar was held in Australia
Branch Chief; Gary Viccars

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]]> http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?feed=rss2&p=34748 0 The 15th European kyokushinkai karate camp was held in Serbia on from 16.07 to 20.07.2026 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34737 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34737#comments Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:38:10 +0000 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34737 The 15th European kyokushinkai karate camp was held in Serbia on from 16.07 to 20.07.2026.

Camp was held, where there were karate players from the following countries: Spain, Italy, Croatia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Denmark, Canada, Hungary, Turkey, and Serbia.

Branch Chief; Vojkan Bizic

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Branch Chief; 1Gary Viccars

]]> http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?feed=rss2&p=34734 0 Russia and India Branch Chief Dan test was held in honbu matsushima dojo on 26th July 2026 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34719 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34719#comments Sat, 01 Aug 2026 03:54:22 +0000 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34719 Russia and India Branch Chief Dan test was held in honbu matsushima dojo on 26th July 2026.

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Branch Chief; Gary Viccars

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]]> http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?feed=rss2&p=34710 0 On 24 July 2026, a Kyokushin (Kai) Karate master class and demonstration performances were held at the ABAD neighborhood sports ground in Nizami District, dedicated to the 32nd anniversary of the establishment of the Ministry of Youth and Sports of the Republic of Azerbaijan (26 July). http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34695 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34695#comments Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:03:23 +0000 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34695 On 24 July 2026, a Kyokushin (Kai) Karate master class and demonstration performances were held at the ABAD neighborhood sports ground in Nizami District, dedicated to the 32nd anniversary of the establishment of the Ministry of Youth and Sports of the Republic of Azerbaijan (26 July).

Branch Chief;　Vidadi Khalilov

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]]> http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?feed=rss2&p=34695 0 On Saturday, July 11th, 2026 the 7th National Tournament “La Serena Cup” was held in Coliseo Monumental in the City of La Serena, in the North of Chile. http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34684 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34684#comments Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:50:02 +0000 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34684 On Saturday, July 11th, 2026 the 7th National Tournament “La Serena Cup” was held in Coliseo Monumental in the City of La Serena, in the North of Chile.
This amazing tournament was organized by Karate and Contact Club “La Serena Dojo” directed by Sensei Gonzalo Valderrama and Sensei Gabriela González, and included infant, youth and adult categories for both Kata and Kumite competitions.
In between competitions there was a presentation of a Fencing Academy from the city of La Serena. The audience was really surprised and motivated to see the basics of this ancient discipline.
Competitors from major Chilean cities arrived early on Saturday morning, full of energy and excitement, this was an incredible opportunity to live an awesome experience together with friend organizations like Sokyokushin, KWF, Kyokushinkan, WKB, Seishin Kyokushin.
There were around 230 competitors and 88 were going for the Kata Tournament. All teams were supported by coaches, instructors and parents, that added up to around 400 people.
The tournament started at 10 am, after a technical meeting for referees, coaches and instructors, and ended at around 7pm with a closing ceremony and an inspiring IKO Matsushima Chile Team Photograph.

Branch Chief; Claudio Toledo

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D O; Vitaly Evremchikov

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]]> http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?feed=rss2&p=34657 0 Summer Camp was held in Hungary from July 1 to 5 2026 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34653 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34653#comments Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:55:24 +0000 http://kyokushin-matsushima.jp/e/?p=34653 Summer Camp was held in Hungary from July 1 to 5 2026.

Branch Chief; Zsolt Tóth

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