Asato Dojo 安里道場

International Fighting Arts Study Centre

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めんそーれ! ようこそ! Welcome!

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空手に興味がある方はもちろん、英語上達や運動不足解消にも

道場のことを日本語で詳しく説明しています。良ければこちらもご覧ください

Welcome to the Asato Dojo, based in Naha, Okinawa. We are an international dojo where you can learn a range of fighting arts from resident and visiting experienced teachers of Okinawan arts and others.
The dojo is led by James Pankiewicz sensei who teaches Matsubayashi/Shorinryu karate and kobudo. In addition we offer weekly classes in Gojuryu karate led by Andrea Klementisova sensei, Ryukyu kobudo and Gojyuryu karate by Dan Antonsen sensei, and Moidi Motobu-ryu by Tatsuya Tamaki sensei.
All of our senior instructors are qualified to at least 5th Dan in an Okinawan based school of martial arts. Most are also bilingual and with years of experience training in Okinawa and Japan. All continue as students and active members in local dojo.
We welcome visitors of all experience levels including those who wish to try karate for the first time in Okinawa.

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DM @asatodojokancho or email us to request a private class – kancho@asatodojo.com

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We share a lot of our teaching resources for free online via our Youtube channel.
Please visit our Youtube channel for free content that also includes seminars and instructional videos as well as video tours of Okinawa.(click here)

Coming soon: Online Academy

Dojo Information

Events Calendar

Seminars

Ryukyu Bubishi seminar in Okinawa, Nov 6, 2026

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   jan Alberto 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Super evaring gehad met karate. Ik ken veel verschillende vechtsporten maar dit is totaal anders heel leuk om eens mee temaken. Ik kom zeker terug
  
 
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   KSDojo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have visited and participated in multiple classes and seminars at Astro dojo since 2023. I highly recommend Astro Dojo to everyone. Whether a beginner or someone with decades of training experience, Astro dojo is a welcoming place where everyone can participate and learn. This unique venue offers instruction in a variety of empty hand and traditional weapons styles - each with highly qualified instructors. This is the perfect place to learn martial arts, deepen your connection to Okinawa martial arts culture, and make friends.
  
 
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   John Sweeney 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Decided to drop in for a Karate class while visiting Okinawa.  Haven’t done any Martial Arts in a very long time but looking into getting back into it.  Sensei James was great, highly knowledgeable and a excellent teacher.  Highly recommend.
  
 
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   tara linnell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome! Welcoming, kind, wonderful classes and sensei!
  
 
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   Caleb Teo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am new to karate and got a lot of exposure to the basics within a short period of time during a private session. James is passionate about what he teaches and was generous with his knowledge. I really appreciated his sharing on the history of karate as well! I'm grateful I managed to find his dojo when I was looking for one near my hotel.
  
 
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   Roshan Daryanani 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend Asato Dojo in Naha. James Pankiewicz Sensei and his team offer excellent training in karate, kobudo, and more, with top-class facilities and a very welcoming atmosphere. The teaching is clear, supportive and suitable for all levels. James also organises fantastic karate tours, connecting visitors with high-level masters across Okinawa. A great dojo with a brilliant atmosphere—definitely worth training at.
  
 
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   Julio Saldaña 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tuve una excelente experiencia tomando una clase de Kobudo con el sensei James. Como estudiante de Karate esta fue mi primera vez practicando con armas, las instrucciones del sensei ayudaron a que fuera fácil y entretenido.
  
 
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   Zac Leong 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently had the honor of a private karate lesson with Sensei James. I have a year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience, but I was completely new to karate. It was an incredible experience to be introduced to this art by a true legend of Okinawan karate. Sensei James was welcoming, patient, and deeply knowledgeable. I highly recommend Asato Dojo to anyone—of any age—interested in martial arts and philosophy, or in gaining a deeper understanding of Okinawan culture, history, and tradition.
  
 
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   Dominic Clark 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great Dojo! I have done classes in Gojuryu with both Dan & Andrea who were both amazing with highly skilked teachers for all levels. I highly recommend for any Karate students in Japan. 👊
  
 
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   Pascal 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. On September 15th, I had the special opportunity to train at the Asato Dojo in Naha Okinawa, the birthplace of Karate – even though I had only registered at very short notice. James Pankiewicz Sensei responded quickly and without complication, and the dojo even provided me with a karate dogi. The training itself was an outstanding experience: Pankiewicz Sensei teaches with impressive expertise, a deep understanding of Karate as well as the physics and dynamics of the body. His ability to convey techniques with precise body awareness makes the training both highly educational and truly inspiring. If I were still in Naha, I would visit this dojo as often as possible. In this sense, it’s not “farewell” but rather “see you again.” どうもありがとうございます
  
 
  
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