The Dojo Kun

This is a set of ethical statements which all students recite at the end of each class. Like a little prayer that reminds students of the principles on which Bukon Shotokan was created.

English

Seek perfection of character

Be faithful

Endeavour

Respect others

Refrain from violent behaviour

Japanese

Hitotsu! Jinkaku kansei ni tsutomuru koto!

Hitotsu! Makoto no michi o mamoru koto!

Hitotsu! Doryoku no seishin o yashinau koto!

Hitotsu! Reigi o omonzuru koto!

Hitotsu! Kekki no yu o imashimuru koto!

Note:

Tthe literal translation of the dojo ethics from the Japanese characters is as follows:

To strive for the perfection of character

To defend the paths of truth

To foster the spirit of effort

To honour the principles of etiquette

To guard against impetuous courage