13/11/2025
To All Concerned,
Japan Karate Association (JKA)
Executive Managing Director – Seizo Izumiya
Dear Sir or Madam,
We hope this letter finds you in the best of health and spirits. We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your continued support and encouragement.
As you may know, this year marks the 100th anniversary of Master Gichin Funakoshi’s introduction of Karate-do to mainland Japan.
In order to preserve and pass down the true history and spirit of Karate-do to future generations, the Japan Karate Association will establish the “JKA Reference Room” within the JKA Headquarters.
To commemorate this significant occasion, we are inviting the general public to support this initiative through voluntary contributions.
We will do our utmost to ensure that this project resonates with people of all ages and backgrounds, and we kindly ask that you visit the official JKA website for more information.
We would also be most grateful if you could help spread the word and encourage as many people as possible to participate.
Your personal support and contributions will be most warmly welcomed and deeply appreciated.
Kindly note that the deadline for receiving support contributions is Friday, December 19.
As part of our broader mission, the JKA Headquarters intends to utilize this crowdfunding initiative to further promote the spirit and practice of Karate-do worldwide. We sincerely ask for your continued understanding and cooperation.
Respectfully yours,
Japan Karate Association Headquarters
【How to Support】
For supporters residing overseas:
We have prepared special return gifts that take into account international shipping.
Please visit the official JKA website and contact us at:
E-mail: [email protected]
Notes:
1. Return Gifts: Please choose one from four types of wooden plaques (Kifuda).
2. Quantity: Please indicate the desired number.
3. Payment: Credit card payment only.
【Contact Information】
Japan Karate Association Headquarters Office
Contacts: Ms. Yamamoto, Ms. Okuie, Mr. Machida
Tel: (03) 5800-3091
E-mail: [email protected]