Kyokushin Karate Nepal

07/10/2025

Nepal to Participate in Kyokushinkan World Karate Championship 2025, Japan

Kathmandu: Nepal will take part in the upcoming Kyokushinkan World Karate Championship 2025, which is scheduled to be held on 22nd and 23rd November 2025 at the National Yoyogi Olympic Stadium, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan.

Dharmindar Ram (22) from the Nepal Kyokushin-kan Karate Association, Lalbandi, Sarlahi has been confirmed as Nepal’s representative for this year’s event. He will compete in the -55 kg category as a 1st Dan Black Belt athlete.

The championship is organized by Kyokushinkan Headquarters, Japan, and will feature top-level Kyokushin fighters from various countries competing under weight divisions.

Participation in this global tournament highlights Nepal’s ongoing involvement in international full-contact karate under the Kyokushin discipline.

Event Details:
📅 Date: 22–23 November 2025
📍 Venue: National Yoyogi Olympic Stadium, Shibuya, Tokyo
🏢 Organizer: Kyokushin-Kan International Headquarter, Japan

Kyokushin Karate Nepal extends its best wishes to Dharmindar Ram for a successful performance at the world championship.

Osu.

05/10/2025

This miniature statue of Late Shihan Ramji is not just a figure…
It is a memory, a legacy, and a reminder of the strength he left behind.
Forever in our hearts. Osu.

30/09/2025

विजया दशमी, तिहार, नेपाल सम्वत् (न्हु:दया) ११४६, छठ लगायत २०८२ सालका महत्वपूर्ण चाडपर्वहरूको पावन अवसरमा देश–विदेशमा रहनु भएका आदरणीय गुरुवृन्द, खेलाडी, अभिभावक तथा दाजुभाइ दिदीबहिनीहरू सबैलाई सुख, शान्ति, समृद्धि, सुस्वास्थ्य, दीर्घायु र निरन्तर प्रगतिका लागि हार्दिक शुभकामना व्यक्त गर्दछौँ।

26/09/2025

Belt Promotion Test Successfully Conducted

The Belt Promotion Test of Lohachowk So Kyokushin Karate Dojo was successfully conducted on Ashoj 3 & 4 under the guidance of Nepal So Kyokushin Karate Association.

Congratulations and best wishes to all the participating students for their hard work, discipline, and achievement. 🥋💪

21/09/2025

The 14th belt test of the IKO Kyokushinkai Karate Dojo in Nakhipot, Lalitpur, was successfully completed. Head instructor Sensei Sameer Shrestha said 34 junior players who train regularly at the dojo appeared for the test on Saturday.

The belt test was held on Friday and Saturday, supervised by Sensei Samir Shrestha, Sensei Uttam Sthapit, and assistant instructor Amit Chalan Lama. Among the participants, 2 tested for brown belt, 3 for senior green belt, 2 for green belt, 6 for yellow belt, 14 for blue belt, and 7 for orange belt.

Branch Chief Sensei Deepak Lama said the belt test helps identify each player’s skill level and prepares them for national and international competitions. He added that the test also gives players confidence and knowledge about their abilities according to their belt level.

Sensei Samir Shrestha emphasized that only players who train hard and follow discipline are allowed to take the belt test. Players must attend at least 60 days of training and complete written, basic (kihon), step, kata, and kumite exams. Those who do not perform well are not allowed to take the test. Belt tests are held every three to four months.

The IKO Kyokushinkai Karate Dojo in Nepal operates under the Sweden-based Honbu International Karate Organization Kyokushinkai. The dojo provides a space for players to show their talent and gives them chances to participate in national and international competitions, helping them improve their skills.
IKO Kyokushinkai Karate Dojo Nakhipot
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20/09/2025

The general assembly of the Nepal Full Contact Karate Federation has elected a 22-member central executive committee, with Surya Bahadur Budhathoki as the president, without opposition.

The assembly was held in Kirtipur and was inaugurated by the Member-Secretary of the National Sports Council (NSC), Tanka Lal Ghising. NSC executive member Bhan Bahadur Chand and others were also present at the event.

The newly elected officials received certificates from NSC member Jagat Singh Dhami, Chief Election Officer and Head of the Sports Development Department Saroj Kumar Pokharel, and others.

20/09/2025

The 6th Open Blood Donation Program, organized by Makwanpur Kyokushin Karate Association, Balkumari IKO UNION Hetauda, was successfully held on 2082/06/04 at District Sports Development Committee, Hetauda-4, Hupachaur.

This event reflects the true Kyokushin spirit – not only training for strength and discipline, but also contributing to society and humanity.

A heartfelt thank you to all blood donors and supporters who made this noble cause a success.
Blood Donation is Life Donation ❤️

18/09/2025

08/09/2025

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07/09/2025

काठमाडौं – सिम्रिक युवा क्योकुशिन कराते डोजो, बज्र सिम्रिक युवा परिवारले २०८२ भदौ २१ गते (२०२५ सेप्टेम्बर ६) स्व. गुरु रामजी प्रसाद बज्राचार्यको सम्झनामा सन्नी सिंहलाई विशेष सम्मान गरेका छन्।

सिम्रिक युवा डोजो स्व. गुरु रामजीले लामो समयसम्म विद्यार्थीहरूलाई प्रशिक्षण दिनुभएको डोजो हो। श्रीलंकामा जुलाई २७, २०२५ मा सम्पन्न २५औं दक्षिण एशियाली इन्टरनेशनल फुल कन्ट्याक्ट ओपन च्याम्पियनसिपमा स्वर्णपदक जितेका सन्नीलाई सोही डोजोमै सम्मान गरिएको हो।

अतिथिहरूले सन्नीको उपलब्धिले नेपाली कराते र राष्ट्रलाई गौरवान्वित बनाएको बताए। सिम्रिक युवा परिवारले खेलाडीहरूलाई सहयोग र प्रोत्साहन गर्दै करातेको विकासमा निरन्तर योगदान दिने आश्वासन व्यक्त गरेका छन्।

Kathmandu – Simrik Yuwa Kyokushin Karate Do – Bajra Simrik Yuwa Family, Chhetrapati successfully organized a felicitation program on August 27, 2025 (Bhadra 11, 2082 BS).
The program, held in memory of the late Guru Ramji Prasad Bajracharya, honored Sanny Singh, the gold medalist of the 25th South Asian International Full Contact Open Championship held in Sri Lanka on July 27, 2025.

Simrik Yuwa Sub Dojo the place where the late Guru Ramji trained students for many years in the past. Over time, the dojo has produced numerous national and international players. Against this backdrop, felicitating Sanny at the same dojo added special meaning to the program, symbolizing the continuation of its proud legacy.

Guests at the event remarked that Sanny’s achievement has brought pride not only to Nepalese karate but also to the nation. They expressed confidence that his dedication will inspire the younger generation toward even greater success. The Simrik Yuwa Family reaffirmed their pride in Sanny’s achievement and their commitment to continuously supporting and encouraging athletes.

22/08/2025

When K-1 Kickboxing was created in the 1990s, one martial art stood out above the rest – Kyokushin Karate. Known as the “strongest karate,” it produced warriors who dominated both in the dojo and the ring.

🇨🇭 Andy Hug, 🇧🇷 Francisco Filho, 🇧🇷 Glaube Feitosa, 🇳🇱 Semmy Schilt, and many others carried the Kyokushin spirit into K-1, defeating legends and becoming champions.
• Andy Hug – 1996 K-1 World Grand Prix Champion
• Francisco Filho – 1999 Kyokushin World Champion, later defeating Peter Aerts in K-1
• Semmy Schilt – 3-time K-1 World Grand Prix Champion
• Glaube Feitosa – famous for his “Brazilian Kick,” twice a K-1 finalist

👉 Their success proved that the discipline, toughness, and OSU spirit of Kyokushin could dominate even in the world’s biggest striking stage.

This documentary on Francisco Filho shows just one part of that legacy – how Kyokushin fighters shaped the history of K-1 and inspired generations worldwide. ✊

Back in the '90s, with a picturesque swing of his leg, Francisco Filho became the first non-Japanese Kyokushin karate world champion. Later, storming into th...

19/08/2025

Fight Fifty Grand Team Championship 2025 Announced in Kathmandu

Kathmandu – The International Federation of Kyokushin Kaikan Karate Nepal (IFKK Nepal) has announced the Fight Fifty Grand Team Championship 2025, which will take place on 19–20 September 2025 at the National Sports Council, Tripureshwor, Kathmandu.

The event will feature team-based full-contact karate matches under the theme “One Hit to Victory.” According to the organizers, a cash prize of Rs. 50,000 will be awarded to the group winners.

The championship is being organized by IFKK Nepal, Main Dojo Kathmandu. Teams from different dojos are expected to participate, with the event aiming to provide a competitive platform for karatekas while promoting Kyokushin Karate in Nepal.

More details regarding participation and schedules are expected to be released closer to the event dates.