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Fumio Demura (出村 文男, Demura Fumio, September 15, 1938 – April 24, 2023) was a Japanese karateka and kobudoka, based in the United States since the mid-1960s.
Mar 20, 2024 · Ivan operated a handful of karate schools in Southern California, and after getting a chance to see Demura in action, he knew he had to find a way to get this guy to the United States. The process happened in fits and starts. Demura arrived in the States in 1963, but it wasn’t a permanent relocation.
Mar 21, 2012 · I’m pleased to present this interview with a very influential martial artist: Fumio Demura. Demura Sensei is known wordwide for his tireless efforts in spreading Shito Ryu Karate and Taira based Kobudo.
Oct 23, 2016 · Sensei Fumio Demura is often regarded as the pioneer of Kobudo ( martial arts weapons) in the United States. He's best known as Pat Morita's stunt double in The Karate Kid films as well as the subject of the documentary The Real Miyagi.
The deceitful act of issuing unauthorised dan certificates etc. (copies of certificates issued by Soke) in the name of Fumio Demura over many years. Causing confusion among overseas branches by using the names Japan Karatedo Itosu-kai, Shitoryu Itosu-kai, and Shitoryu Itosu-kai International, J.K.F. at your convenience.
Aug 6, 2018 · Fumio Demura is a world respected karate master. He's also well known as the stunt double for Pat Morita in 1984's "The Karate Kid". Read our interview!
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May 1, 2023 · The WKF is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Karate icon and renowned master Fumio Demura. A legend of Karate and one of the most influential martial art masters of the last decades, Demura passed away on April 24 at the age of 84.
