The Japanese writing above is Dojo Kun which is translated below:
Hitotsu. Jinkaku Kansei ni Tsutomuro Koto:
Seek perfection of character.
Hitotsu. Makoto no Michi wo Mamoru Koto:
Defend the Path of Truth.
Hitotsu. Doryoku no Seishin o Yashinau Koto:
Endeavor to Excel.
Hitotsu. Reigi o Omonzuru Koto:
Display Courtesy.
Hitotsu. Kekki no Yu o Imashimuru Koto:
Refrain from Violent Behavior.
Welcome to the Dojo Kun Page.
Dojo Kun are the mottoes of Karate, the spirit of which serious students of Karate should try to follow if they wish to gain the maximum from their training. The Kun's are like the sayings: "Service not self",
"Deeds not words", "Be prepared", and exemplify an attitude which
dictates a way of life.
Reisetsu O Mamory: (stick to the rules)
In the Dojo, good etiquette must be observed by following the rules.
Shingi O Omanji: (stick to the source)
A student must have loyalty to his/his instructor. This is a very important thing in Martial Arts. It is not possible for someone to change their style in Japanese Martial Arts. People who do so can't learn the correct etiquitte and spirit of Martial arts.
Jojitsu Ni Oberezu: (teachers and students are not all one)
Outside the Dojo you can be friendly with your Sensei, but do not take advantage of this friendship. In the Dojo respect and revere him/her.
Shinkemni Ni Tesseyo: (concentrate, train hard)
Be serious in your efforts. No flippancy, chattering, smoking, chewing gum, eating or drinking in the Dojo.
Concentrate solely on Karate when you train and train hard in everything you do.
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Brian W Hicks