Bunkai

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Bunkai [ bɯnkai ] ( Japanese 分解 , "analysis", "decomposition") is a form of training in karate training to bring karateka a better understanding of kata . The conversion of the Bunkai to practical use is called "Oyo".

Bunkai is an application-related determination of the meaning of a kata. Individual techniques, combinations and sequences up to complete Kata applications are thought through and carried out with the partner.

While the kata is an enciphered, traditional martial arts program of karate, the bunkai is the deciphering of this program. The fighting techniques that are practiced in the Kata strung together in a stylized form, are determined and practiced in the Bunkai. Within the Bunkai, the depth of understanding is differentiated into Omote and Okuden :

  • Omote describes the external, obvious application of a kata. This stage of understanding a kata is accessible to almost any karateka who is serious about the techniques, sequences of steps (Japanese: Embusen ) and combinations in the light of a practical context. This is the first stage in understanding a kata.
  • Okuden denotes the inner, hidden potential of a kata. This stage contains unobvious uses of the kata movements and the principles behind the movements. Characteristic for this is a preoccupation with vital point stimulation and meridian theory , with breathing techniques and Kime training, lever , grip, force, choke and throwing techniques . This understanding stage is more complex and difficult to understand than the omote stage.

Only the study of the bunkai of a kata leads the karateka to an understanding of the kata. Bunkai has a strong creative character, as it forces karateka to deal not only with the form, but also with the practical meaning of the fighting. In this respect, the Bunkai increases karateka's abilities in several ways: On the one hand, the basic understanding of the movements is revealed, on the other hand, breathing, concentration, presence of mind, timing and the eye and the feeling for the partner are developed.

While the pure form (kata) must not be changed, the application can vary depending on the design, as a basic movement can often be interpreted in several possible applications.

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