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. Karate (唐手道) was initially referred to as the Way of the Tang Hand (Chinese fist). In 1905, however, the name was changed to 空手道 (also pronounced Karate), meaning Way of the Empty Hand (Unarmed fist), as Japan was attempting to create a cultural divide between itself and China during its invasion.

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Karate (唐手道) was initially referred to as the Way of the Tang Hand (Chinese fist). In 1905, however, the name was changed to 空手道 (also pronounced Karate), meaning Way of the Empty Hand (Unarmed fist), as Japan was attempting to create a cultural divide between itself and China during its invasion.

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