At Okinogu, the sacred land of karate, we accept karate prayers for the safety of the dojo, the progress of students in training, the success of demonstrations and tournaments, and the prosperity of the dojo.

In addition to in-person prayers at the shrine, those living far away may also receive sacred items by mail after our priests perform the ritual.

We offer sincere prayers before the deity so that daily training may continue in purity, and both skill and spirit may be refined.

God of Martial Arts, Busaganashi

A prayer offering skill and spirit before the deity

God of Martial Arts, Busaganashi Tap to enlarge

In the Gongendo at Okinogu, Busaganashi is enshrined as the deity who protects and guides the martial way.

Busaganashi has long been revered throughout the world of Ryukyuan karate as a deity of the martial way.

This prayer also invites us to see karate not merely as a technique for winning and losing, but as a path to correct the body, fulfill etiquette, and clarify the heart.

At Okinogu, we perform prayers for dojo safety, training progress, and the prosperity of students before Busaganashi.

About the Prayer

Prayer for Dojo Safety, Training Progress, and Prosperity of Students Tap to enlarge

Prayer Type

Prayer for Dojo Safety, Training Progress, and Prosperity of Students

That the dojo may be kept in purity and safety.

That students may refine both skill and spirit.

That demonstrations and tournaments may be completed safely.

And that the way of karate may flourish for generations to come.

Offering

From 10,000 yen

How to Offer the Fee

If Visiting in Person

Please offer the fee at the shrine office on the day of the prayer. If you use a ceremonial envelope, a white-and-red butterfly knot with “Offering” written on it is preferred. If you do not have one, you may offer the fee as is.

If Requesting by Mail

After we confirm your application, payment is made by bank transfer. Transfer details will be provided in the confirmation email.

About Reservations

You can apply for the prayer online in advance.

We also accept requests by phone, fax, or in person.

* Online reservations may be suspended during certain periods, such as the New Year season.

Reservation Period

Applications are accepted from two months before your desired date until two days before. Please contact us directly for requests outside this period.

Capacity

Up to 10 people may attend together per reservation. Please contact us in advance for larger groups.

On the Day

Please come to the shrine office at least 15 minutes before the prayer begins and complete your check-in.

How to Apply

1
Choose how to apply

Select either an in-person prayer or a prayer by mail. If visiting in person, you may also choose your preferred date and time.

2
Enter the required information

Please enter the representative’s name, contact details, dojo name, style, number of participants, and any requests.

3
Review your application

Check the information you entered, then proceed to the confirmation page.

4
Confirmation from Okinogu

A staff member will contact you to confirm the details. Your application becomes official after confirmation.

Application

1Choose the Application Method

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