Fighting Arts Seminars and Bespoke Tours on the island of Karate
Challenge Okinawa – your partner in Okinawa
We create, host and deliver martial arts events in Okinawa specialising in organising unique opportunities for martial artists and tourists coming to these beautiful and historic islands. Whether a solo traveller or a large organisation please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss your goals.
We have conceived and delivered seminars in karate, kobudo, kung fu, kalari payattu, jujitsu, kyusho jitsu and more at local dojos, The Karate Kaikan, The Naha Budokan and other prestigious venues.
We also offer a range of island day tours and fun outdoor activity options. We will take care of reservations, group transport, local translator support and booking you great places to enjoy the best local cuisine during your tour day.
Please check out our Youtube Tours channel to enjoy some of the online tours we shared recently and see some of the locations awaiting you in Okinawa!
2023 Koryu Uchinadi Okinawa Gasshuku a huge success!
Challenge Okinawa was honoured to host and support a hugely successful first KU World Gasshuku in the birthplace of Karate, the beautiful island of Okinawa. This international seminar program featured the best of KU instruction and practice, led by Patrick McCarthy sensei, to 150 participants along with fully catered social events in unique locations.
October 25th “Karate Day” – view the full official video here…
2024 merch now available in the Bujin.tv Shop – CLICK HERE TO VISIT
Challenge Okinawa was established in 2014 by James Pankiewicz, founder of The DOJO Bar and the Asato Dojo. A Japanese speaker and karate teacher, his local knowledge and experience has been gained over many years living in Okinawa. (Learn more…)
News
- Meet James Pankiewicz, owner of Challenge Okinawa and Asato DojoA big Thanks to JJ Walsh for hosting and producing this interview which was a joy to be a part
- Asato Dojo – international karate & kobudo dojo in Okinawa welcomes visitorsLooking for an international dojo in Okinawa? A place to start your journey of discovery and personal study? The Asato
- 100 Kata Challenges – Karate Day 2024The 100 Kata Challenges are a celebration of our passion for martial arts and our connection with Okinawa, the birthplace
Events and Tours
100 Kata for Karate Day Challenge - October 25th, 2024 - Join this global event - Click image for info
Follow the paths of the old masters - take a karate history tour with us in Okinawa. Small or large groups.