Demura-Ha Shito-Ryu Karate-Do Genbu-Kai
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Demura-Ha Shito-Ryu Karate-Do Genbu-Kai is an international organization long in history and steeped in tradition.

In the mid 1960s, Fumio Demura brought his style of martial arts to America, incorporating not only the physical arts but also the virtues of bushido. Currently there are over 50 locations worldwide offering classes in karate-do, kobu-do and batto-do as part of Demura-Ha Shito-Ryu Karate-Do Genbu-Kai. When Shihan Fumio Demura passed away in 2023, Sensei Thanh Nguyen and Sensei David Hines were entrusted to continue his legacy. Our main (hombu) dojo is located in Santa Ana, California. Please refer to the Dojo Listings tab for other locations.




Remembering
Shihan Fumio Demura



April 24, 2025 marks the second anniversary of Shihan Fumio Demura’s passing. Since then, there has been a renewed commitment or “shinsei”, led by Sensei Thanh Nguyen, to build on the legacy he left behind. Demura-Ha Shito-Ryu Karate-Do Genbu Kai is thriving and will continue to grow.







Upcoming Events

Demura Cup
February 19th - 22nd, 2026
Kansas Demura Cup
May 2nd - 4th, 2025
Fiestas 52nd Annual Invitational Sept. 14th, 2025


2025 Spain Seminars
Oct. 18th - 19th, 2025



News

2025 Hanamatsuri Festival
Demonstration
2025 Sensei Hobbib
Memorial Seminars
2025 Demura Cup


2025 Kangeiko
2024 Mochitsuki
2024 CA Genbu Kai Banquet