Traditional Shotokan Karate Association of Great Britain
Dojo Kun
(The Dojo Code)
- Hitotsu, jinkaku kansei ni tsutomuro koto.
First, seek perfection of character.
- Hitotsu, makoto no michi o mamoru koto.
First, protect the path of truth.
- Hitotsu, doryoku no seishin o yashinau koto.
First, foster the spirit of effort.
- Hitotsu, reigi o omonzuru koto.
First, respect the rules of etiquette.
- Hitotsu, kekki no yu o imashimuru koto.
First, guard against impetuous courage.
The prefix Hitotsu (variously tranlated as one or first) is used to indicate that all five principles are equally important.
Another less literal translation of the Kun, though possibly a better contextual translation, used by many follows:
- Exert oneself in the perfection of character
- Be faithful and sincere
- Cultivate the spirit of perseverance
- Respect propriety
- Refrain from impetuous courage and reckless behaviour